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Peter Bulcavage
Feb 26, 2020
Peter Bulcavage, 92, of Bethlehem, PA passed away peacefully on Wednesday February 26, 2020 at his home surrounded by his loving family. He was born in Trenton, PA, the son of the late Stephen and Helen (Falatovich) Bulcavage. He was the husband of Marie (Demyanovich) Bulcavage. They celebrated 70 years of marriage on June 11th of this past year. Peter...
Ramon A. Fischetti
Feb 25, 2020
Ramon A. Fischetti, 75, of Bethlehem, PA passed away on Tuesday February 25, 2020 at Lehigh Valley Hospital NS ICU, Cedar Crest in Salisbury Twp. He was born in the Bronx, New York, the son of the late Anthony and Geraldine (Manzo) Fischetti. He was the husband of Gertrude “Trudi” (Endres) Fischetti. They celebrated 47 years of marriage this past...
Dominick Thomas Defilippo
Feb 25, 2020
Dominick “Tom” DeFilippo, 93, of Northampton, PA died Tuesday, February 25, 2020 at Cedarbrook Nursing Home in Allentown. Born in Queens, NY he was the son of the late Theresa (Zacarra) and Nicholas DeFilippo. He was preceded in death by his wife of 62 years, Grace (DeAngelo) DeFilippo, daughter-in-law, Analisa DeFilippo and grandson, Tommy. Tom proudly served his country in...
Anthony Enrique
Feb 24, 2020
Anthony Enrique, 24, of Gilbertsville, passed away on Monday, February 24, 2020. Born in Bethlehem, he was a loving son of Angeline Alvarez and Newton Longacre. Anthony attended Temple University before going on to work as a customer service supervisor for Raymour and Flanigan. Anthony achieved the rank of black belt under Master John Gallagher. He enjoyed playing video games...
Kenneth Dale Simmons
Feb 24, 2020
*UPDATE: The services to celebrate the life of Kenneth Simmons have been postponed until further notice. Please feel free to call the funeral home with any questions. Kenneth D. Simmons, 94, of Springtown, PA, died suddenly on Monday, February 24, 2020, doing what he loved to do - out walking and working on the property known as Far Horizons where...
James A. Lipovsky
Feb 23, 2020
James A. Lipovsky, 77, of Marlton, NJ died Sunday, February 23, 2020 at Jefferson Hospital in Cherry Hill, NJ. Born in Bethlehem, PA he was the son of the late Elizabeth (Slafkosky) and Andrew Lipovksy. He was married to Alexandra “Sandy” (Baxevane) Lipovsky. James was a graduate of Moravian College. He proudly served his country in the U.S. Army. James...
Elizabeth R. Bokan
Feb 23, 2020
Elizabeth R. Bokan, 95, of Bethlehem, PA, formerly of Hellertown passed away at her home on Sunday February 23, 2020. She was born in Bethlehem, the daughter of the late Stephen and Rose (Kozo) Lockey. She was the wife of the late Frank S. Bokan. She loved to cook special meals at home for her family, and spend quality time...
Jennifer Cauthen
Feb 22, 2020
Jennifer Marie Cauthen,38, of Allentown passed away unexpectedly on Saturday, February 22, 2020. She was the daughter of James Vertilla, Sr. and Brenda (Mayer) Vertilla. Jennifer was the loving wife of John Cauthen. Jen loved working with children at My Little World Daycare for 19 years. She enjoyed music, going out to eat and laughing with family and friends. Jen...
Theodore E. Trone
Feb 22, 2020
Theodore E. Trone, 86. of Bethlehem, died on Saturday, February 22, 2020 with his loving family by his side. He was born October 15, 1933 in Fountain Hill, the son of the late Theodore and Alice (Leary) Trone. Theodore will be remembered as a good, hardworking man who loved his family very much. He was determined, always up for having...
Lewis Robert Malpedo
Feb 19, 2020
Lewis Robert Malpedo, 68, of Bethlehem and more recently of Punta Gorda, FL; passed away on February 19, 2020 with his family by his side. He was born December 21, 1951 in Fountain Hill, the son of the late Lewis A. and Dolores M. (Tarole) Malpedo. Lovingly known by family and friends as Bobby or Lou; he will be remembered...
Eleanor V. Greene
Feb 18, 2020
Eleanor V. Greene, 86, of Bethlehem passed away Tuesday, February 18, 2020 at St. Lukes Hospital in Fountain Hill. Born at home in Nazareth, she was the daughter of the late Ada (Reiss) and Artie Snyder, Sr. She was married to John A. Greene, Jr. for 49 years until his death on March 6, 2002. Eleanor dedicated her life to...
Devon Bryce Alpha
Feb 17, 2020
Devon Bryce Alpha, 28, of Bethlehem, passed away on Monday, February 17, 2020. He was born in Allentown; the son of Raymond H. and Karen (Becker) Alpha. He was a graduate of Freedom High School and attended Duquesne University. Devon then served our nation as a member of the United States Navy. More recently, he worked in the construction industry...
Lara R. Shapiro-Ellis
Feb 13, 2020
Lara R. Shapiro-Ellis, loving wife, mother, daughter and friend to many, of Bethlehem passed away on Thursday, February 13, 2020 with her family by her side. She was the daughter of Milton Shapiro and the late Gayle (Drewett) Shapiro. Lara was the loving wife of Josh Ellis. Lara was a special woman. She was as kind, genuine and honest as...
Sally L. Bradley
Feb 11, 2020
Sally L. Bradley, 69, of Bethlehem, PA, passed away on Tuesday February 11, 2020 at Gracedale Nursing Home in Upper Nazareth Twp. She was born in Bethlehem, the daughter of the late Donald and Lucy (Gallagher) Wagner. She was the wife of Ronald Bradley of Bethlehem and celebrated 51 years of marriage this past December. Sally was a member of...
Joseph B. Zaun
Feb 10, 2020
Joseph B. Zaun, 85, of Bethlehem, died on Monday, February 10, 2020. Born in Bethlehem, he was the son of the late Joseph and Anna (Wenczel) Zaun. Joe was the beloved husband of Jackie (Robell) Zaun. They were married for 62 years. Joe was a lifelong athlete. He was a three sport letterman at Liberty High School and played in...
Pauline D. Hunsicker
Feb 9, 2020
Pauline D. Hunsicker, 102 of Bethlehem, PA passed away on Sunday February 9, 2020 at Alexandria Manor in Bethlehem. She was born in Passer, PA, the daughter of the late William and Matilda (Hottle) Bealer. She was the wife of the late Robert W. Hunsicker, Jr. Pauline was a homemaker and loved to garden. She was a former member of...
Kelly Ann Koons
Feb 9, 2020
Kelly Ann Koons, 55, of Bethlehem, began her new journey, on February 9, 2020. She was born in Bethlehem on June 8, 1964; the daughter of Walter Koons and the late Priscilla (Shuck) Koons. Kelly is survived by her husband, Edward James Hartman. Kelly will be forever remembered for her selflessness, kindness, and friendly demeanor. She felt connected to nature...
Robert M. Pilzer
Feb 8, 2020
Robert M. Pilzer, 78, of Bethlehem Twp., died on Saturday, February 8, 2020 in Bowling Green, FL. Born in New York City, NY, he was the son of the late Stephen and Mary (Rice) Pilzer. He was the beloved husband of Dolores (Mitko) Pilzer. They were married for 54 years. Robert was employed by the former Lucent Technologies where he...
Michael L. Griffis
Feb 7, 2020
Michael L. Griffis, 71, of Bethlehem, died peacefully at home on Friday, February 7, 2020. He was the loving husband of Judy (Lux) Griffis with whom he shared 22 years of marriage. He was the son of the late Richard Griffis and Barbara (Stiles) Mackes. Michael graduated from Liberty High School in 1966 before honorably serving in the United States...
Rita F. Diefenderfer
Feb 6, 2020
Rita F. Diefenderfer, 74, of Bethlehem, PA passed away on Thursday, February 6, 2020 at St. Lukes Hospice House in Bethlehem. She was born in Bethlehem, the daughter of the late Charles and Bertha (Trabel) Braxmeier. She was the wife of Danny Diefenderfer with whom she celebrated 51 years of marriage this past June. Rita dedicated her life to children...
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