Faye Y. Kreider, 88, of Lebanon, passed away on Wednesday, Sept. 9, 2026, at her residence. She was the wife of Homer G. Kreider, with whom she recently celebrated 70 years of marriage.
Faye was born in Cocalico Township, Lancaster County, on July 22, 1938, to the late Raymond and Elsie (Clair) Hirneisen. She was a member of Fontana United Christian Church, where she was a Sunday school teacher for many years. Faye enjoyed sewing and made many outfits for both her daughters and their dolls. For many years, she made outfits for dolls for the Salvation Army and won ribbons for her efforts. Faye also enjoyed cooking, canning, gardening, baking, watching birds, and collecting dolls. She loved children and enjoyed teaching her children and grandchildren. She was also a 4-H leader. Faye was also known for always having a hug to give to her family and friends.
Surviving, in addition to her husband, Homer, are her daughters, Debra Kreider, of Cleona, Diane Dellinger, and her husband, Todd, of Lebanon, and Donna Denlinger, of Cornwall; and grandchildren, Derek Dellinger, Danielle Dellinger, and Chad Denlinger. She was preceded in death by her son, Robert Lee Kreider; and sisters, Anna Heilinger, Betty Fetter, Mabel Baringer, Arlene Adams, and Catherine Shaak.
A funeral service will be held on Friday, Sept. 18, 2026, at 11 a.m., at Fontana United Christian Church, 22 Fontana Ave., Lebanon. Interment will be at Gingrich Mennonite Cemetery, Lebanon. There will be a visitation on Thursday, Sept. 17, 2026, from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m., at the church. There will be an additional visitation on Friday, Sept. 18, 2026, from 10 a.m. until 11 a.m., at the church.
In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to Fontana Union Sunday School, 22 Fontana Ave., Lebanon, PA 17042. Please click the following link to see the story of Homer and Faye’s 70th anniversary: wgal.com/article/lebanon-couple-celebrates-70th-anniversary-vow-renewal/73478451.
