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Joseph J. O'Keefe
Feb 10, 2021
After a long life well lived, Joseph J. OKeefe Jr, 97, of Bethlehem, PA passed away peacefully on February 10, 2021. Born in the 6th ward of Allentown, PA and known as “Joe,” “Dad,” “Grandad,” and a neighbor and friend to many, Joe graduated from William Allen High School in 1941 as class president and began his engineering studies at...
Rosa Agosto Rivera
Feb 9, 2021
Rosa “Luly” Agosto Rivera, 46, of Bethlehem, PA passed away on Tuesday February 9,2021 at St. Lukes Hospice House in Bethlehem. She was born in San Juan, Puerto Rico, the daughter of the late Rosa Rivera and Ernesto Agosto of TX. She was the wife of Dereck Mercado. They were married for 7 yrs. this past December 14th. Luly loved...
Daniel M. Gallagher
Feb 7, 2021
Daniel M. Gallagher, 83, of Bethlehem passed away on Sunday, February 7, 2021. Born on April 24, 1937 in Hazleton, he was the son of the late Michael and Alice (McGeehin) Gallagher. He was the loving husband of Ann H. (Gallagher) Gallagher. Dan was a graduate of Villanova University Class of 1959. He retired from PP&L as the manager of...
John D. Shaffner
Feb 4, 2021
John “Jack” D. Shaffner, 93, of Northampton, PA passed away peacefully on Thursday February 4, 2021 at Sarasota Memorial Hospital in Sarasota, Florida. He was born in Easton, PA, the son of the late Fred and Madelyn (Magnuson) Shaffner. He was the husband of the late Mary E. (Hydro) Shaffner and is now forever reunited with her, his recently deceased...
Charles R. Wolle
Feb 4, 2021
Charles R. Wolle, 80, of Bethlehem, died at home on February 4, 2021. He was born in Bethlehem on May 6, 1940; son of the late Walter and Eleanor (Masteller) Wolle. Charles is survived by his devoted wife of 55 years, Rose M. (Curatola) Wolle. Charles will be lovingly remembered for his laid-back attitude, his ability to fix anything, and...
Michael C. "Ackey" Atkinson
Feb 3, 2021
Michael C. “Ackey” Atkinson, 56, of Bethlehem, died unexpectedly on February 3, 2021. He was born and raised in Bethlehem; the son of MaryAnn (Barboza) Atkinson and the late James “Roach” Atkinson, Jr. Ackey will be remembered as a loving father and a tremendous sports fan. He lived for sports; both playing and coaching. Ackey was a player and later...
Martha T. Camp
Feb 3, 2021
Martha T. Camp, 95, of Bethlehem passed away on Wednesday, February 3, 2021. She was born in Athens, GA on June 13, 1925, the daughter of the late William T. and Nellie (Day) Thornton. She was the loving wife of the late James K. Camp. Martha enjoyed reading, golfing, gardening and traveling throughout the states. Her southern cooking will be...
Adelino T. Sousa
Feb 1, 2021
Adelino T. Sousa, 83, of Bethlehem, passed away on Monday, February 1, 2021 at home. He was the loving husband of Maria (Silva) Sousa with whom he shared 60 years of marriage. Born in Vale De Cambra, Portugal, he was a son of the late Manuel and Gloria Sousa. Adelino served in the Portuguese Army before working as a heavy...
Linda Sue Briody
Feb 1, 2021
Linda Sue Briody age (71) went home to be with her Lord and Savior Jesus Christ on Monday, February 1, 2021 at Manor Care West Allen in Allentown. She was born on January 11, 1950 to James and Norma (Hall) Duff. She was a graduate of Bethlehem Catholic High School class of 1967. She attended Bethlehem Business School, where we...
John W. Soldo
Jan 30, 2021
John W. Soldo, 84, lifelong resident of West Bethlehem, died on January 30, 2021. He was born in Bethlehem, son of the late Rudi and Mary (Puhan) Soldo. John is survived by his wife of 61 years, Sheila (Young) Soldo. John was a graduate of Liberty High School. He was a parishioner of Saints Simon and Jude Catholic Church and...
Migdalia Rodriguez
Jan 30, 2021
Migdalia Rodriguez, 68, of Bethlehem, passed away Saturday, January 30, 2021 in her home. Born in Puerto Rico she was the daughter of the late Octavia (Morales) Vazquez and Santos Rodriguez. She was eternally married to her late husband, Angel Rodriguez. Migdalia worked at Manor Care Nursing Home in Bethlehem as a CNA for 26 years. She was the backbone...
Guido P. Brita
Jan 29, 2021
Guido P. Brita, 90, of Upper Nazareth, formerly of Bethlehem Township passed away on Friday, January 29, 2021 at St. Lukes Hospice House with family members always close by his side. Born in Bethlehem on April 9, 1930, he was the son of the late Guiseppe and Romilda (Monaco) Brita. He was the loving husband of the late Nellie T....
Paul A. Hludzik
Jan 27, 2021
Paul A. Hludzik Sr., 74, of Bethlehem, PA passed away on Wednesday January 27, 2021 at Lehigh Valley Hospital-Muhlenberg Campus. He was born in Bethlehem, the son of the late Andrew and Anna (Hopeck) Hludzik. He was the husband of Dorothy “Dottie” (Dragon) Hludzik. They celebrated 25 years of marriage this past March 6th. Paul was a salesman for Bethlehem...
Luis M. Delarosa
Jan 27, 2021
Luis DeLaRosa, Sr., 77, of Slatington formerly Bethlehem, PA died on January 27, 2021. He was born June 1, 1943 in Utuado, Puerto Rico; son of the late Ricardo and Cecelia (Soto) Reyes. Luis is survived by his wife, Denise (Halpin) DeLaRosa. Luis worked for several companies throughout the Lehigh Valley but he retired from Allentown State Hospital as a...
Leonard W. Barkis
Jan 26, 2021
Leonard W. Barkis, 83, of Bethlehem passed away on Tuesday, January 26, 2021 at Lehigh Valley Hospital. Born in Bethlehem on November 14, 1937, he was the son of the late William and Mary (Toth) Barkis He was the husband of Josephine (Joanne, Jo) Sersen Barkis. They were married in October 1958 and celebrated their 62nd wedding anniversary last October....
Lorraine B. Kloiber
Jan 26, 2021
Lorraine B. Kloiber, 76, of Bethlehem, passed away Tuesday, January 26, 2021 at St. Lukes Hospital, Fountain Hill. Born in Bethlehem she was the daughter of the late Joseph and Anna (Zlomsowith) Sandor. She was married to Stanley Kloiber with whom she would have celebrated 58 years of marriage this coming September 28th. Lorraine was dedicated to raising her family....
Wyrma Acevedo
Jan 26, 2021
Wyrma Acevedo, 62, of Bethlehem Pa, Beloved Mother went home on Tuesday January 26,2021 at her home surrounded by her loving family. She was born in Philadelphia, the daughter of the late Juan Acevedo and Benedicta (Garcia) Acevedo. Wyrma was affectionately known by many people as “Tuti” She recently worked for BB&T for more than 25 years. Previous to this...
Goldie G. Vass
Jan 26, 2021
Goldie Gregoria Vass, 95, died peacefully on January 26, 2021. Born in Bethlehem on August 30, 1925, she was the daughter of the late George and Julia (Semenek) Gaul. She was a member of St. John Capistrano Roman Catholic Church (Altar and Rosary Society) and St. Annes where she was active in both choirs and acted as greeter to guests....
Flora M. Nehilla
Jan 24, 2021
Flora M. Nehilla, 90, of Bethlehem, died on Sunday, January 24, 2021. She is the wife of the late Stephen F. Nehilla. Flora was born March 20, 1930 in Bethlehem; daughter of the late James and Flora McKelvie. Flora was a graduate of Liberty High School, class of 1948. She worked for the Bethlehem Steel Corp., W.T. Grant, and Northampton...
Joseph J. Gennaro
Jan 20, 2021
Beloved driver “Mr. G”, who kept New Yorkers moving, dies at 83 Native New Yorker and great-grandfather Joseph Gennaro, 83, passed away peacefully on Jan. 20, 2021. Born in Williamsburg, Brooklyn, in 1937, he was the youngest of four boys. The child of Italian immigrants, his parents, Giovanni and Antonina, came to this country in the early 1900s. Known affectionately...
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