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Leila Padilla
Sep 6, 2021
Leila Padilla, 60, of Lakeworth, Florida, formerly of Brooklyn, New York, passed away on Monday, September 6, 2021. Born April 27, 1961, in Cidra, Puerto Rico, she was a daughter of the late Mercedes and Jovita (Otero) Rivera. A stay-at-home mom, Leila loved her children and grandchildrenshe was a “phenomenal mom.” She was extremely loving and excelled at making others...
Kenneth Melvin Zellner, Sr.
Sep 6, 2021
Kenneth Melvin Zellner, Sr., 81, of Coopersburg, PA, died on September 6, 2021. He was born in Allentown; son of the late Fred and Eva Zellner. He was preceded in death by his wife, Lois Joy Zellner in 1995. Kenneth retired from B. Braun Medical in 1996, where he worked as an injection molding maintenance manager. He enjoyed his several...
David Joseph Valek
Sep 6, 2021
David Joseph Valek,64, of Bethlehem, passed away on Monday September 6, 2021, after battling courageously through his illness. He was married to Lisa Elizabeth (Kienle) Valek for just shy of 42 years. Born in Allentown on October 25, 1956, David was the son of the late Joseph S. Valek and Margaret (Lipka) Valek. David graduated from Liberty High School in...
Edward G. Morrison
Sep 5, 2021
Edward G Morrison, 84, passed away on September 5, 2021, at his residence. He was born on July 16, 1937, in Bethlehem, PA, one of 4 children to the late Leo and Grace (Gregory) Morrison. Ed was recently preceded by his beloved wife of 58 years Shirley A. Morrison. They were married in 1963 and formed their relationship five years...
Ana O. Rivera
Sep 4, 2021
Ana O. Rivera, 84, of Bethlehem passed away on Saturday, September 4, 2021. She was born on September 26, 1936 the daughter of the late Luisa (Alvarez) and Ramon De La Rosa. She was the loving wife of the late Juan R. Ortiz Ana was a member of Holy Infancy Catholic Church. She worked in the food services department at...
Maria Mercedes Vega
Sep 4, 2021
Maria Mercedes (Ramos) Vega, 73, of Bethlehem, passed away on Saturday, September 4, 2021, at Lehigh Valley HospitalMuhlenberg. Born August 31, 1948, in Anasco, Puerto Rico, she was a daughter of the late Domingo and Dominga (Valentin) Ramos. Mrs. Vega was a very joyful person and dedicated mother and wife. She loved cooking and gardening. She was a member of...
Julius M. Herz
Sep 4, 2021
Dr. Julius M. Herz, PhD., 95 of Riegelsville, PA died in his home surrounded by his loving family. Born in Vienna, Austria he was the son of the late Michael and Maria Herz. He was married to Anna (Pirscenok) Herz for 47 years until her death on July 2, 2013. Dr. Herz lived a modest and simple life, and was...
Frank V. Decarlo
Sep 2, 2021
Frank V. DeCarlo, 91, passed away on Thursday September 2, 2021 at his home. He was born in Bethlehem, PA, the son of the late Anthony and Lena (Pelizotto) DeCarlo. He was the husband of Maria (DeSousa) DeCarlo. They celebrated 66 years of marriage this past November 13th. Frank worked for Durkee Foods for 33 years. He was a member...
Shirley Mae Arawjo
Sep 2, 2021
Shirley Mae Arawjo, 90, of Freemansburg, died on September 2, 2021 at Moravian Hall Square. She was born February 7, 1931 in Freemansburg; daughter of the late Robert and Sylvia (Werkheiser) Burgess. Shirley was preceded in death by her husband, Walter "Cogi" Arawjo in 2012. Shirley will be lovingly remembered as a selfless and giving woman who lived her life...
Robert James Byrne
Sep 2, 2021
8/13/1948 - 9/2/2021 Robert (Bob) James Byrne was the only child of Robert Anthony and Margaret Catherine Byrne of Bethlehem, PA born on August 13th, 1948. Bob attended Bethlehem Catholic High School where he met the love of his life, Mary Eleanor (Harris) Byrne. He graduated in 1966 and later attended Penn State University. Bob received his Bachelor of Science...
David Alan Vanhorn, Phd, P.E.
Sep 2, 2021
David Alan VanHorn, Sr. passed away peacefully on September 2, 2021 at the age of 91, in Bethlehem, Pennsylvania. David was born on April 4, 1930 in Des Moines, Iowa. He graduated from Iowa State University in 1951 with a degree in civil engineering and then worked three years for the Federal Highway Administration before returning to Iowa State to...
Nora J. Miller
Sep 1, 2021
Nora J. Miller, 86, of Freemansburg, PA passed away on Wednesday September 1, 2021 at her home. She was born in Allentown, PA, the daughter of the late George and Sarah (Bartholemew) Trapp. She was the wife of the late Robert J. Miller, Sr. Nora worked for the Grief Factory for many years. She was an avid gardener and loved...
Charles B. Sweigard
Sep 1, 2021
Charles B. Sweigard, 82, passed away on September 1, 2021 at his home in Bethlehem, PA. He was born on May 06, 1939 in Allentown, PA to the late Charles and Virgina (Pearl) Sweigard. Charles is survived by his devoted wife, Paula A. (Wertman) Sweigard. They would have shared 54 years of marriage in November of this year. Charles proudly...
Helen Morrison Downey
Sep 1, 2021
Helen Morrison Downey, 75, of Breinigsville, formerly of Bethlehem, passed away on September 1, 2021 at St. Luke's Hospice House. She was born on July 20, 1946 in Germany to the late Stanley and Tekla (Prach) Morrison. Helen worked as a clerk in the medical field for many years. She was an active member of St. Josaphat Ukrainian Catholic Church...
James R. Glick
Aug 30, 2021
James Robert Glick, 46, of Phoenix, Arizona, passed away suddenly from a heart attack on August 30, 2021. Born in Bethlehem, he was the son of Gracinda "Cindy" Glick and the late Robert Glick. Jim graduated from Freedom High School and attended Penn State University. He was employed by Cox Communications in Business Intelligence for 19 years. In addition to...
Shirley A. Morrison
Aug 30, 2021
Shirley A. Morrison, 79, passed away on August 30, 2021, at her residence. She was born on August 19, 1942, in Bethlehem, PA, one of 12 children to the late Clinton and Isabella (Keiper) Schoch. Shirley is survived by her devoted husband, Edward G. Morrison. The two were married in 1963 and formed their relationship five years prior. Shirley will...
Dennis Chrush
Aug 30, 2021
Dennis Chrush, 74, of Bethlehem passed away unexpectedly at his home on Monday, August 30, 2021. Born on August 24, 1947 in Pottsville, he was the son of the late Olga (Tatusko) and Joseph Chrush. For 32 years, he was the loving husband of the late Lynn E. (Sagan) Chrush. Dennis proudly served his country as a sergeant in the...
Joseph M. Foreman
Aug 29, 2021
Joseph Mills Foreman, 40, of San Antonio, passed away August 29, 2021. Joe was born to Stephen and Geri Foreman, October 14, 1980, in Douglasville, Georgia. He was the eldest of six sons. Joe was known for his love of music and baseball. He studied the piano and used his talents to entertain friends, family and co-workers for many years....
Shirley E. Strokelitus
Aug 29, 2021
Shirley E. Strokelitus, 79, of Bethlehem, passed away peacefully on Sunday, August 29, 2021. Born September 29, 1941, she was a daughter of the late Ludwig and Naomi (Weil) Breidenbach. Shirley enjoyed life as a homemaker, wife and mother. She gave loving care to her beautiful koi pond and her beloved dog, Pebbles. Shirley had a vibrant personality, a talent...
Alton L. Fritz
Aug 28, 2021
Alton “Scoop” L. Fritz, 84, of Whitehall, passed away in South Carolina on Saturday, August 28, 2021. He was born on September 14, 1936, the son of the late Mamie (Flore) and Charles Fritz. He was the loving husband of the late Marie C. (McGinnis) Fritz. Scoop proudly served his country as a member of the United States Marine Corps...
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