Shirley Eleanor Hader, 85, of Danielsville, died peacefully at her daughter’s home Jan. 11, 2026. She was born in Allentown to the late Paul E. Roth and the late Elsie L. (Miller) Roth. She was the wife of the late John L. Hader Jr.

She graduated from Emmaus High School, Class of 1958 and continued her education earning a Bachelor of Science degree in education from Kutztown University in 1962.

She began her career as a teacher at Alburtis Elementary School, later continuing her work in education with the Moore Township School District after her marriage. Once her children began school, she became a tutor for the Nazareth Area School District, where she continued to make a meaningful impact on young lives.

Following the death of her husband, she embraced a new chapter, opening Mountain View Farm Nursery in Danielsville, with her then partner. From 1994 until 2009, she managed the nursery on her farm, combining her entrepreneurial spirit with her lifelong love of plants.

A proud alumna and devoted historian of the Emmaus High School Class of 1958, she took great pride in preserving the memories of her classmates. Her dedication culminated in memorable reunions, including a fashion show featuring clothing she had carefully saved through the years.

She also devoted over a decade of service to the Bath Area Jaycettes from the mid-1970s through the mid-1980s. She held numerous leadership roles, including state director, historian, chairman and president, finding purpose, friendship and fulfillment in her service.

She had a deep love of music she and her partner played the keyboard and sang together delighting shoppers at QMart in Quakertown.

She was an active member of both the Nazareth Garden Club and the Moorestown Garden Club. Her talent and dedication were recognized with numerous honors, including first runner-up for Best of Show in Nazareth in 2003, Best of Show for her Jade Bonsai in Moorestown in 2000 and first runner-up in 2002.

She is survived by her daughters, Jennifer J., wife of the late Victor Collazo, Chanin M.; grandchildren, Breanna and Keith Collazo, Eliza, Kavanah Gabriel, Aris Gabriel; stepdaughters, Leah Sanoguet (Israel), Nicole Barran (Shawn); seven great-grandchildren; sister, Barbara Bergenstock and her husband, Barry; nieces, Brenna Brouillette and Blayne Miller; partner, Marvin Navarre Sr.; Marvin Navarre Jr.

Private services will be held at the convenience of the family. Her services have been entrusted to Cantelmi Long Funeral Home, Bethlehem. A memory tribute may be placed at www.cantelmifuneralhome.com.

Memorial contributions may be made in her name to The Center for Animal Health & Welfare, 1165 Island Park Road, Easton, 18042.