Stephen L. Kerecz

Stephen L. Kerecz, 87, formerly of Easton, died Tuesday February 23, 2010, in Midlothian, Va. Born in Bethlehem on December 17, 1922, he was the son of the late Michael and Vilma Kerecz. He was the loving husband of the late Marie Durning Kerecz who died in 1993.

He was employed by the Bethlehem Steel for 41 years retiring in 1982. While residing in Easton he was a member of St. Jane Frances De Chantal Catholic Church.

He will be lovingly remembered by his daughter, Michele Svanda, and grandsons, Jonathan and Andy Svanda, all of Midlothian, Va. He was preceded in death by his brothers, Joe and Frank, and sister, Margaret Mease.

Michele would like to express her appreciation and gratitude to Doris Booker, Stephen's wonderful caregiver for the past several years.

Arrangements are being handled by Connell Funeral Home, 245 E. Broad St. Bethlehem, where visitation will be held on Friday February 26th from 7 to 9 p.m. Visitation will also be held in the church on Saturday the 27th from 9:30 to 10:30 a.m. A 10:30 a.m. Mass of Christian Burial will follow, St. Jane Frances De Chantal Catholic Church, 4049 Hartley Ave. Easton. Interment will be in Holy Saviour Cemetery, Bethlehem.