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Bernard Baran

June 15, 1937 — June 20, 2025

Bethlehem

Bernard E. Baran Sr, 88, of Bethlehem, PA passed away on Friday, June 20, 2025, at the Lehigh Valley Hospital- Muhlenberg Campus. He was born in Punxsutawney, PA, the son of the late John and Celestine ( Druchniak) Baran. Bernard was the husband of Catherine (Bacso) Baran, and they celebrated 67 years of marriage this past October 29th. He was a veteran of US Army serving from 1957-1959. He worked as a computer operator for the former Western Electric for almost 40 years in Allentown, PA. Bernard was an avid golfer and enjoyed hunting, gardening, and going to the beach but most importantly being with his family.

He will be lovingly remembered by his wife, Catherine, daughters, Lee Ann Scotto and husband Larry of Summit Hill, PA, Donna Painter of Weston, West Virginia, and Cheryl Baran of Bethlehem, son, Bernard Baran Jr and wife Colleen of Allentown, PA. 7 grandchildren, 11 great grandchildren, 2 great great grandchildren and nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by a brother, and 2 grandchildren.

A viewing will; be held from 10-11am on Wednesday June 25, 2025, at the Connell Funeral Home 245 E. Broad St. Bethlehem, PA followed by a service at 11am. Burial will be held at Holy Saviour Cemetery in Bethlehem.

Memorial contributions may be made to a charity of one's choice.


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