Darlene M. Doerfler
November 15, 1947 - July 10, 2026
Visitation: Family and friends will be received Monday, July 13, 2026, from 3PM until 7PM at Devlin Funeral Home, 806 Perry Hwy, Pittsburgh.
Service: Mass of Christian Burial Tuesday 10:30AM at St. John Neumann Roman Catholic Church, Regina Coeli Parish, with Father Joe Mele presiding. Entombment will be in Holy Savior Catholic Cemetery, Gibsonia.
Darlene M. Doerfler, 78, of McCandless, passed away on Friday, July 10, 2026, at home and surrounded by her loving family. Born November 15, 1947, in Weirton, WV, she is the daughter of the late John and Mary Babinchak. Darlene is survived by her beloved husband of 50 years, Michael Doerfler; son Edward (Joann) Doerfler; daughter Danielle (Tim) Rowlands; grandchildren Melody Doerfler, Marigold Doerfler, McKenna Rowlands, and Christopher Rowlands, all of McCandless; sister-in-law, Kathy, of Weirton, WV, and many nieces, nephews, and cousins. She is also preceded in death by her brothers, John and David.
A dedicated teacher throughout her life, Mrs. Doerfler touched countless lives in the classroom. Yet, her most cherished roles were those of a devoted wife, mother, and grandmother. Guided by a deep and unwavering faith, her greatest legacy, and her ultimate joy, was the family she raised and the time she spent surrounded by her loved ones.
Family and friends will be received Monday, July 13, 2026, from 3PM until 7PM at Devlin Funeral Home, 806 Perry Hwy, Pittsburgh. Mass of Christian Burial Tuesday 10:30AM at St. John Neumann Roman Catholic Church, Regina Coeli Parish, with Father Joe Mele presiding. Entombment will be in Holy Savior Catholic Cemetery, Gibsonia. Memorial contributions may be made to St. Jude Shrine (www.stjudeshrine.org).
Mike, sorry for your loss.
You don’t know me but you and Darlene’s name have crossed paths many times over the years.
Darlene and I want you to know we will keep you in our prayers.
We are also members of Regina Coeli parish, Assumption.our deepest sympathy to you and you family Mike.
Merv and Darlene Doerfler
Dear Danielle and family,
We are all so sorry to hear of your mom’s passing. She was always such a loving cousin to our family and she was very proud of you and yours. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all during this time.
Our deepest condolences to Aunt Darlene’s entire family. You will be missed beyond words.