Robert E. Stofko, Sr., 77, of Allentown and formerly of Bethlehem, died on Monday, August 7, 2017 at Lehigh Valley Hospital-Muhlenberg Campus. He was born April 17, 1940; the son of the late John and Anna (Szabo) Stofko. Robert was preceded in death by his wife, Patricia Ann (Deutsch) Stofko.
Robert attended Liberty High School and Bethlehem Vocational Technical School. He retired from Durkee Famous Foods after 29 years of service. Robert held different roles at Durkee, including Kettleman Worker in the Coconut Department, Warehouse Worker, Sanitation and Scrubber Operator. Robert was an honest, reliable and hardworking man. He enjoyed hunting, fishing, and playing cards with friends. Robert was a lifetime member of Monocacy Field and Stream and was a member of Rosemont Fire Co.
He is survived by his sons, Robert Stofko, Jr. and his wife, Debra of Allentown; John Stofko and his wife, Linda of Bethlehem; and Daniel Stofko of Bethlehem; four grandchildren, Brandi Stofko of Phillipsburg, NJ; Brittany Stofko of Allentown; John Stofko, Jr. of Bethlehem; and Robert J. Stofko of Allentown; his sister, Roseanne Stofko and brother, Ronald Stofko; and four great grandchildren, Anthony, Aaron, Rowen, and Mia. Robert was predeceased by his brothers, Richard and Raymond.
A viewing will be held at Connell Funeral Home, 245 E. Broad St. Bethlehem, PA 18018, on Friday from 11:30 a.m.-1 p.m. with a service to follow. Burial will be held at Holy Saviour.
Cemetery
Holy Saviour Cemetery
2575 Linden St.
Bethlehem PA 18017
US
Visitation
Friday, August 11, 2017
11:30 AM - 1:00 PM
The Connell Funeral Home
245 E. Broad St.
Bethlehem PA 18018
US
610-868-8531
Service
Friday, August 11, 2017
1:00 PM
The Connell Funeral Home
245 E. Broad St.
Bethlehem PA 18018
US
610-868-8531
Funeral HomeConnell Funeral Home, Inc.
245 East Broad St.
Bethlehem PA - 18018
US
610-868-8531
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