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Jacqueline E. Giaquinto
May 28, 2023
Jacqueline “Jackie” E. Giaquinto, 86, of Bethlehem, passed away Sunday, May 28,2023 at her residence. She was the wife of the late Joseph C. Giaquinto. Jackie was born in Paterson, NJ on June 6, 1936 to the late Francis and Emily (Stoll) Donnelly. She worked as a Secretary for the Moravian College Psychology Department for many years until retiring. Survivors:...
Rev. Msgr. David C. Joseph Morrison
May 28, 2023
Reverend Monsignor David C. Joseph Morrison was born into eternal life on Pentecost Sunday, May 28, 2023. Monsignor Morrison was born to the late Chandler and Mary (Pounder) Morrison in Narberth, PA on March 20, 1929. At 94 years of age, he was the oldest living Diocesan priest in the Allentown Diocese. He was educated in parochial schools; graduated from...
Joan Willey Thirion
May 25, 2023
Joan Willey Thirion, 81, of Glen Cove, NY, formerly of Bethlehem, PA passed away on Thursday May 25, 2023, in NY. She was born in Bethlehem, the daughter of the late J. Jere and Agnes (Brugger) Willey. She was the wife of the late John Thirion. Joan was a proud graduate of Chestnut Hill College and after graduation she worked...
Irene E. Albertson
May 25, 2023
Irene E. Albertson, 89, of Bethlehem, passed away peacefully on Thursday, May 25, 2023. Born on June 18, 1933, in Bethlehem, she was a daughter of the late John and Anna (Spevak) Kelhart. Irene was a licensed hairdresser. She owned and operated Dragos Beauty Salon on West Broad Street, Bethlehem, for thirty years before retiring to Fort Meyers, Florida. After...
James J. Godovin
May 24, 2023
James J. Godovin, 73, of Bethlehem passed peacefully in his home on Wednesday, May 24th, 2023. He was a 1967 graduate of Liberty High School and attended the first class of Northampton Community College later that year. He served proudly in the United States Marine Corps from 1967 to 1970. He received a certification in electronics from De Vry Institute...
James J. "Junie" Rich
May 20, 2023
For devout Catholics throughout the world, the date December 8th looms large, because it is a holy day of obligation, commemorating the Immaculate Conception. For those touched by the life of James “Junie” Rich, that date also has represented another “sacred” event and a welcome reminder of an urgent imperative: “Phone Junie!” because its his birthday, especially if you want...
Dolores J. Schnecker
May 19, 2023
Dolores "Dee" J. Schnecker, 92, of Bethlehem passed away on Friday, May 19, 2023 at Atrium of Allentown with family by her side. Born on April 24, 1931, she was the daughter of the late Ida (Granice) and Angelo Jordan. She was the loving wife of the late Joseph J. Schnecker. Dolores loved to entertain and care for her family....
Hilda Rivera
May 18, 2023
Hilda Rivera, 89, of Bethlehem, passed away Thursday, May 18,2023 at St. Lukes Hospital, Fountain Hill. She was born in Puerto Rico on November 3,1933 to the late Faustino and Virginia (Vazquez) Rivera. Hilda worked as a cleaning lady for the Lehigh University for 30 years until retiring in 2000. Prior, she had worked for the former Forte Necktie Wear...
Sarah A. Urban
May 18, 2023
Sarah A. Urban, 96, of Bethlehem, passed away on May 18, 2023, at Riverton Nursing Home. Born on June 9, 1926, in Ashland, Pa., she was the daughter of the late John Snyder and Lottie (Lebo) Snyder. Sarah earned her bachelors degree in nursing and worked in many local hospitalsincluding, Holy Family Manor. She retired from Holy Saviour Cemetery. She...
Barbara Guldner
May 15, 2023
Barbara Guldner, 89, formerly of 778 Redfern Lane Bethlehem, PA, passed away Monday May 15, 2023, at South Mountain Memory Care in Emmaus, PA. She was born in Schenectady, NY, the daughter of the late H. Louis and Edna (Stahl) Thompson. She was the wife of the late George F. Guldner Jr. Barbara graduated from Millcreek High School, Erie, PA...
Nancy E. Kleppinger
May 14, 2023
Nancy E. Kleppinger, 81, of Allentown, passed away Sunday, May 14, 2023 at Riverton Senior Living in Allentown. Born in Philadelphia, she was the daughter of the late William Francis Hopkins and Elizabeth Bato. She was married to Richard W. Kleppinger for 56 years until his death on December 6, 2019. Nancy worked at Ohio Casualty Insurance for 13 years...
Ernest Stark, Iii
May 14, 2023
Ernest Stark, III, 70, of Bethlehem, died on May 14, 2023. He was born December 27, 1952, son of the late Ernest Stark, Jr., and the late Ruth G. (Hyde) Stark. Ernest will be remembered as a fun, generous, loving but firm man who adored his grandchildren and great nephews. He was a NASCAR fan and enjoyed watching his favorite...
Mary Fekete
May 13, 2023
Mary Fekete, 93, of Bethlehem passed away on Saturday, May 13, 2023. Born on March 2, 1930 she was the daughter of the late Anna (Czmur) and Wasily Press. She was the loving wife of the late Ernest S. Fekete. Mary's life was centered around her family whom she loved so much. She enjoyed taking care of her house, especially...
Teresa Y. Verbos
May 11, 2023
Teresa “Tess” Y. Verbos, 89, of Bethlehem, formerly of Steelton, PA, took her long desired journey home to be with her Lord! How we all rejoice with her and for her! She passed away Thursday, May 11, 2023 at VNA Hospice House of St. Lukes. Tess was the wife of the late John L. Verbos who died January 14, 2022....
Laura L. Castellani
May 11, 2023
Laura Castellani, age 54, passed away peacefully on May 11, 2023, at home in Bethlehem, PA., surrounded by her loved ones. Born on September 20, 1968, Laura grew up in Palmerton, PA. She went on to become the most loving and generous mother, friend, and colleague. Laura gave her all to her 30+ year career working in insurance and her...
Randolph S. Kemp
May 10, 2023
Randolph S. Kemp, 60, of Allentown, passed away unexpectedly on Wednesday, May 10, 2023, at his home. Born on May 11, 1962, in Fountain Hill, he was a son of the late Roger Allen Kemp and Gloria Dee (Korn) Juless. Randolph attended Bethlehem Schools before entering the workforce. He held various positions over the years: He was employed with Buron,...
Willard W. Kulp
May 9, 2023
Willard W. Kulp, 85, of Bethlehem passed away Tuesday, May 9, 2023 at his residence. He was the husband of the late Bernice M. (Miller) Kulp who died June 30, 2014. Willard was born in Northampton on May 13, 1937, to the late Harold W., Sr. and Jennie (Groller) Kulp. He graduated from Northampton High School and was co-captain of...
Margaret C. "Moxie" Miller
May 8, 2023
Margaret C. “Moxie” Miller, 104, of Bethlehem passed away on May 8, 2023. Born on July 31, 1918, she was the daughter of the late Caroline (Ruisz) and John Bauer. She was the wife of the late G. Kenneth Miller. She will be remembered as a loving, caring, and intelligent, self-motivated, woman. She was courageous and certainly possessed a unique...
Michael John Lacomare
May 8, 2023
Michael John LaComare, 74, of Bethlehem, died on May 8, 2023. He was born March 31, 1949, in Baltimore, MD, son of the late Joseph A. Sr. and Frances (Little) LaComare. Mike will be lovingly remembered for his solitary and quiet demeanor. He appreciated his privacy and once he was comfortable with you, he let his funny side show. Mike...
Jill Rae Haines
May 8, 2023
Jill Rae Haines, 55, of Bethlehem, passed away unexpectedly Monday, May 8, 2023. Born on September 27, 1967, in Allentown, she was the daughter of Gary Fisher and Janet Fisher-Atiyeh. Jill graduated from William Allen High School in 1985. She dedicated her life to being a mother, she was the strength of the household. When summer came around, Jill enjoyed...
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