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Local Obituaries for Bethlehem, PA, Lehigh Valley & Surrounding Areas

Olga Hoysan

Olga Hoysan

Jan 1, 2021

Olga Hoysan, 88, of Bethlehem, died on January 1, 2021 at Phoebe Personal Care Community. She was born in Bethlehem on December 14, 1932; daughter of the late Vasil and Bertha (Lazorchak) Beleykanich. She was preceded in death by her devoted husband, Russell Hoysan, Sr. Olga was a member of St. Josaphat Ukrainian Catholic Church. She dedicated her life to...

Joseph M. Skutches

Joseph M. Skutches

Dec 31, 2020

Dr. Joseph M. Skutches, 90, died peacefully on December 31, 2020 at St. Lukes Hospital in Fountain Hill. A 1948 graduate of Slatington High School, he earned his Bachelor of Science degree from Muhlenberg College (1953) and his Doctor of Medicine degree from Jefferson Medical College (1957). After completing his internship and residency in Obstetrics and Gynecology at Misericordia Hospital...

Gloria Theresa Schiavone

Gloria Theresa Schiavone

Dec 31, 2020

Gloria Theresa Schiavone, a lifelong resident of Allentown died at Holy Family Senior Living in Bethlehem, PA on December 31, 2020 at age 95. She was a loving wife, mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother, a gifted poet and painter, gardener extraordinaire, and enthusiastic conversationalist. Gloria will be remembered as a gregarious and fun-loving woman who loved the outdoors, especially ocean beaches...

Robert Anthony Miller

Robert Anthony Miller

Dec 30, 2020

Robert Anthony Miller, 64, of Bethlehem, died unexpectedly at Hershey Medical Center on December 30, 2020. He was born in Easton, PA; son of the late Harold and Louise (Ottaviano) Miller. He is the husband of over 40 years to Mary Ann (Steirer) Miller. The two met while working together at Almart; Robert working security and Mary Ann a cashier....

Dr. Frank P. Corcione

Dr. Frank P. Corcione

Dec 30, 2020

I have elected to write my own epitaph in the third person. Frank Corcione, also Chico, was born on May 2, 1940 and passed on December 30, 2020. He is survived by his wife, Sandra Cowell Corcione, his two sons, Christopher and Matthew Corcione, and his grandson Michael Corcione. He is the son of the late Analdo and Agnes Corcione...

Michael L. Kozo

Michael L. Kozo

Dec 30, 2020

Michael L. Kozo, 67, of Bethlehem, died Wednesday, December 30, 2020 in his home with his family by his side. Born in Bethlehem, he was the son of Dorothy M. (Danner) Kozo and the late Joseph E. Kozo. He was married to Patricia (Hludzik) Kozo with whom he celebrated 44 years of marriage this past June 12th. Mike was a...

Marie A. Eckman

Marie A. Eckman

Dec 29, 2020

Marie Eckman, 67, of Bethlehem, died on Tuesday, December 29, 2020 at Lehigh Valley Hospice in Allentown. Born in Hazelton, she was the daughter of the late Paul and Stella (Stefanowicz) Skiba. Marie was known to everyone as bubbly, upbeat, and cheerful. She made friends wherever she went and lit up every room she entered. She was very artistic and...

James B. Benner

James B. Benner

Dec 28, 2020

James B. Benner, 57, of Bethlehem, died unexpectedly on December 28, 2020. He was born in Bethlehem on May 23, 1963; son of the late Harry R. and Jeanne B. (Dutko) Benner. Jimmy is survived by his loving wife, Suzanne M. (Strunk) Benner. Jim was a graduate of Liberty High School and earned degrees from Northampton Community College in the...

Diane R. Gugie

Diane R. Gugie

Dec 28, 2020

Daine R Gugie passed away peacefully at St.Lukes Hospital-Fountain Hill Campus on Monday December 28, 2020 in Bethlehem, PA at the age of 66. Diane is survived by her Son Charles Gugie, wife Jessica and daughter Haily, and Daughter Kerrie Gugie, Husband Mike and children Kaylee and Michael. Grandchildren Jazmine Montgomery, Husband Ian Montgomery and children Ian, Kali-Marie, and Freya....

Cindy Lee Henning

Cindy Lee Henning

Dec 26, 2020

Cindy Lee Henning, 62, of Bethlehem, died on Saturday, December 26, 2020. She was born in Bethlehem; daughter of Joan (Smith) and Robert Bright. Cindy will be lovingly remembered as a caring, humorous, and compassionate mother, grandmother, daughter, sister, and friend. She was a talented singer and shared her lovely voice by performing at weddings, local variety shows and the...

Angeline Rose Schultz

Angeline Rose Schultz

Dec 26, 2020

Angeline Rose (Delluva) Schultz, 98, of Bethlehem passed away on December 26th with her loving family by her side. Born August 14, 1922 in Bethlehem, she was the daughter of Michael and Assunta Delluva. She was the devoted wife of the late Joseph Schultz, Sr. High school sweethearts and gifted dance partners, she and Joe married when he returned home...

Robert A. Antolick

Robert A. Antolick

Dec 25, 2020

Robert A. Antolick, 64, of Bethlehem died Friday, December 25, 2020. Born in Bethlehem, he was the son of the late Arlene M. (Kelemen) and Robert W. Antolick. Robert was a graduate of Liberty High school, where he played football and wrestled. He worked for Victaulic in Easton. In his spare time Robert enjoyed fishing and hunting. He is survived...

Lonnie Kenneth Coney

Lonnie Kenneth Coney

Dec 25, 2020

Lonnie Kenneth Coney, 45, of Coplay, passed away on Friday, December 25th 2020 at Cedar Crest Hospital in Allentown. Born in Newark New Jersey, he was a son of Kenneth Lucas and Natalie Coney. He graduated from West Orange High School where he was an accomplished athlete. He played tailback and also excelled in track and field. Lonnie loved to...

Mary A. Lucas

Mary A. Lucas

Dec 24, 2020

Our beloved Aunt Mary, 101 years of age, decided on Thursday, December 24, to wish our Lord a Happy Birthday in person. Mary peacefully slipped away and began her journey home, reuniting with her family in Heaven. Born November 5, 1919 on the Southside of Bethlehem, she was the second of 5 children born to Martin and Julia (Skrilic) Resetar....

Amy M. Nesheiwat

Amy M. Nesheiwat

Dec 23, 2020

Amy M. Nesheiwat, 74, of Bethlehem, PA passed away on Wednesday December 23, 2020 at Lehigh Valley Hospital - Muhlenberg Campus. She was born in Amman, Jordan, the daughter of the late Khalik and Jalileh Nesheiwat. Amy worked for many years as a telecommunications manager. She will be lovingly remembered by her daughter, Jennifer Russell and husband Douglas, sisters, Josephine...

Helen M. Sacarakis

Helen M. Sacarakis

Dec 23, 2020

Helen M. Sacarakis of Bethlehem, PA passed away on Wednesday December 23, 2020 at Holy Family Manor in Bethlehem, PA. She was the daughter of the late Joseph and Sophie (Krajnak) Dutko. She was the wife of the late Anthony Sacarakis. Helen was a member of Incarnation of Our Lord Parish. She will be lovingly remembered by several nieces &...

Albert B. Cech

Albert B. Cech

Dec 21, 2020

Albert B. Cech, 89, of Bethlehem, died Monday, December 21, 2020 at St. Lukes Hospital, Anderson Campus. Born in Bethlehem he was the son of the late Matilda (Demjan) and Matthew Cech. He was married to Josephine (Dalint) Cech with whom he celebrated 64 years of marriage this past June 22nd. Albert was a 1949 graduate of Bethlehem High School....

Ann T. Mesko

Ann T. Mesko

Dec 21, 2020

Ann T. Mesko of Bethlehem Township, PA passed away on Monday, December 21, 2020 at Whitehall Manor in Whitehall, PA. She was the daughter of the late Louis and Amelia (Motus) Polak. She was the wife of the late Stephen L. Mesko. Ann was a founding member of Our Lady of Perpetual Help Catholic Church. She will be fondly remembered...

Herminio Bonilla

Herminio Bonilla

Dec 21, 2020

Herminio Bonilla, 78, of Bethlehem, died on December 21, 2020. He was born in Arecibo, Puerto Rico; son of the late Marcelina Rivera, and Jose Bonilla. Herminio is survived by his loving wife, Delia (Hernandez) Bonilla. Herminio will be remembered for his courageous fight during the Covid-19 Pandemic, in which he kept strong in faith, knowing that his life was...

Audrey S. Michalerya

Audrey S. Michalerya

Dec 21, 2020

Audrey S. Michalerya, 88, of Bethlehem Township, died on December 21, 2020 at her home. She was born September 15, 1932 in Hellertown, PA; daughter of the late Sebastian and Margaret (Vetrosky) Schmidt. Audrey was preceded in death by her husband of over 62 years, Nicholas Michalerya. Audrey and Nicholas loved Polkas, dancing, and going to the casino together. Audrey...

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