Christine Garganta

Christine Garganta, 50, of Bethlehem, passed away tragically on May 7, 2026, as a result of injuries sustained from a residential fire. Born on April 10, 1976, she was the daughter of the late Albert "Moe" Garganta and Eleanor L. "Ellie" (Reichley) Garganta.

Christine was known for being loud, honest, and unapologetically herself, always speaking her mind with no filter. She was a loving aunt who cherished spending time with her niece and nephew and rarely missed one of their sporting events. Christine shared an especially close bond with her mother, who was truly her best friend. In a heartbreaking coincidence, Christine passed on the four-year anniversary of her mother's passing. She also deeply loved her pit bull, Gemma, who passed by her side.

Christine was a 1994 graduate of Liberty High School. She attended Northampton Community College, where she earned her associate degree, and later furthered her education at Allentown Business School. Christine worked as a certified medical assistant in the medical billing departments of a few local organizations, most recently Secure Healthcare Information Management.

She will be dearly missed by her brother, Michael Garganta and his wife, Tiffany; her niece, Natalie; her nephew, Noah; as well as extended family and many friends.

The family will receive friends on Wednesday, May 13, 2026, at Connell Funeral Home, 245 E. Broad St. Bethlehem, PA 18018 from 9:00 to 10:30 a.m., immediately followed by a prayer service. Burial will be private.

Memorial contributions in honor of Christine may be made to the Center for Animal Health and Welfare, 1165 Island Park Road, Easton, PA 18042.

Condolences may be offered at connellfuneral.com