Susan M. Slaven, 78, of Lebanon, passed away on Monday, Nov. 24, 2025, at her home.

Born in Lebanon on Feb. 4, 1947, she was the daughter of the late Richard and Vera (Shartel) Eckert. Susan retired from Hershey Foods, where she worked on the setup line.

She is survived by her sister, Maureen Brubaker, of Myerstown; brother, Jerry Eckert, of Jonestown; and nieces, Diane, Bonnie, Wendy, Jodi, Karen, Susan, and Lori.

She was preceded in death by her brother, Ronald Eckert; sister, Louise Miller; and nephews, Brian and Corbett.

Services will be at the convenience of the family.

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