OBITUARIES

Elizabeth Hothouse

Jun 14, 2024

Elizabeth Hothouse, 72, of Hackettstown, NJ passed away on Friday June 14, 2024, at the Atlantic Health Hospital in Hackettstown, NJ. She was born in Bethlehem, PA, the daughter of the late Luis Huertas and Mary (Diaz) Huertas of Puerto Rico. She was the wife of Everett Hothouse. Elizabeth was a healthcare worker and retired after many years.

She will be...

Anna Mae Kita

Jun 12, 2024

Anna Mae (nee Hollendersky) Kita

Anna Mae passed away, peacefully, on June 12, 2024, at Country Meadows Nursing Home, in Bethlehem Township, PA. She was born in Gates, PA on June 30, 1934. She was the daughter of the late Anna Hugya and George Hollendersky. She was married to Bernard F Kita for 67 years.

She attended Ss Cyril & Methodius Parochial...

John M. Bellew

Jun 10, 2024

John "JJ" Bellew, 62, of Bethlehem, PA passed away on June 10, 2024, at his home. He was born in Bethlehem, the son of the late John J. and Rose Marie (Guinta) Bellew. John was an independent contractor for many years. He was also a talented musician and guitarist, who was known as the Valley Legend, who played in the...

Madonna E. Zullo

Jun 8, 2024

Madonna E. (Weaver) Zullo, of Bethlehem, died peacefully on Saturday, June 8, 2024. Madonna worked for Bethlehem Business School for many years and then Hanover Engineering where she retired after over 25 years in 2012. Madonna loved playing dominos with her friends; cooking and baking for family; visiting the casino with her sister-in-laws; and spending time with David and Audrey's...

Carmine Litz, Jr.

Jun 7, 2024

Carmine Litz, Jr., 85, of Coopersburg passed away on Friday, June 7, 2024 at St. Luke's Hospice House. Born on April 13, 1939, he was the son of the late Philomena (DeNofa) and Carmine Litz. He was the loving husband of Mary K. (Lynch) Litz.

After graduating high school, Carmine joined the United States Air Force. After being honorably discharged, he...

Nancy Felker

Jun 7, 2024

Nancy J. Felker, 84, of Pennington, New Jersey, formerly of Bethlehem, passed away with family by her side on June 7, 2024. Born on May 22, 1940, she was the daughter of the late Anna (Venanzi) and Chester Kocher. She was the loving wife of the late John D. Felker.

Nancy was a 1958 graduate of Liberty High School and attended...

Victoria A. Balog

Jun 6, 2024

Victoria A. Balog, 72, of Bethlehem passed away on Thursday, June 6, 2024. Born on December 16, 1951, she was the daughter of the late Irene (Novak) and John Peters. She was the loving wife of Joseph M. Balog.

Victoria had an amazing green thumb. She loved gardening and with her love and talents, even kept plants and flowers alive for...

Frank Dougherty

Jun 5, 2024

Frank A. Dougherty, 75 of Bethlehem Twp., passed away Wednesday, June 5, 2024 at Northampton Post Acute, Bethlehem Twp. He was the husband of Carol (Capik) Dougherty. Frank was born in Manhatten, NY on October 5, 1948 to the late John and Irene (Kolasz) Dougherty. He worked in Sales, Marketing, & Finance for many years until retring. Frank was a...

John L. Kerchner, Sr.

Jun 5, 2024

John L. Kerchner, Sr. 87, of Freemansburg, passed away Wednesday, June 5, 2024 at his residence surrounded by his loving family. He was the husband of Sandra L. (Leibig) Kerchner. John was born in Hazelton, on July 1, 1936 to the late Roland and Helen (Coyle) Kerchner. He was one of 14 children. He served our country faithfully in the...

Marilyn Petraitis

Jun 4, 2024

Marilyn Jean "Dancin' Queen" Petraitis, 65, of Allentown, passed on Tuesday, June 4, 2024. Born on January 4, 1959, in Fountain Hill, she was the daughter of the late Martin S. and Ann (Skrip) Petraitis.

Marilyn enjoyed music and also had the ability to draw. As a child, she and her family took many summer road trips. In...

Germaine A. Brown

Jun 4, 2024

It is with profound sadness and deep gratitude for a life well-lived that we announce the passing of our beloved matriarch, Germaine A. Brown, who peacefully left this world on June 4, 2024, at the age of 90. Her unwavering faith in God and her immense love for her family were the cornerstones of her remarkable life.

Born in Fountain Hill...

Constance M. Kita

Jun 4, 2024

Constance M. Kita, 90, of Bethlehem Township, and more recently Fellowship Community in Whitehall, passed on June 4, 2024. She was born in Bethlehem on May 27, 1934, the daughter of the late Joseph and Stephanie (Kotash) Gori. Connie was preceded in death by her husband, Joseph T. Kita in 1991.

Connie will be lovingly remembered for her dedication to her...

Gregory Barwick

Jun 3, 2024

Gregory J. Barwick, 66, of Bethlehem, died unexpectedly on June 3, 2024. He was born October 3, 1957, in Bethlehem, son of the late Harold A. Barwick, Jr. and Justine "Judy" E. (Sullivan) Barwick.

Greg was a 1975 graduate of Liberty High School where he was on the wrestling team. Earlier, Greg wrestled for West Bethlehem Youth Association. Greg was an...

Robert William Prebosnyak

Jun 3, 2024

Robert (Bob) William Prebosnyak, 79, of Bethlehem, passed away on Monday, June 3, 2024, at his home. Born on September 21, 1944, in Bethlehem, he was the son of the late William James Prebosnyak and Betty Mae Paulus.

Bob graduated from Liberty High School before joining the United States Army and later working for the Bethlehem Steel's PBNE Railroad. He had...

Leroy Loveless

May 30, 2024

Leroy James Loveless 79, of Allentown, passed away Thursday, May 30, 2024 at his residence. He was born in Front Royal, VA on January 4, 1945 to the late Harry Clinton and Esther Irene (Weinstein) Loveless. Leroy was a member of the Community Services Group where he was loved and cared for by many. He retired from VIA workshop. He...

Joanne Alexandra Moffitt

May 30, 2024

Joanne Alexandra Moffitt, 77, of Bethlehem, passed away peacefully at home on May 30, 2024. She was the beloved wife of Dr. Augustine E. Moffitt. They were high school sweethearts who were celebrating 57 years of marriage this year.

Born on September 12, 1946, in Pottsville, PA, Joanne was the daughter of Paul Klatko and Susan (Krysak) Klatko. After her father's...

Michael V. Blanchet

May 30, 2024

Michael V. "Mikey" Blanchet, 10, of Bethlehem passed away unexpectedly on Thursday, May 30, 2024. Born in Orlando, Florida on June 23, 2013, he was the son of Michelle L. (Barlics) Blanchet and Andre B. Blanchet.

Mikey was a fun-loving boy who, with his infectious laugh, loved to make others laugh and smile. He enjoyed the outdoors and wildlife, always looking...

Eileen T. (Reilly) Norton

May 28, 2024

Eileen T. Norton, 97, of Bethlehem and formerly of Deer Park, NY, passed away on May 28, 2024. Born on May 19, 1927, she was the daughter of the late Grace (Callahan) and John Reilly.

Eileen was a gentle, generous, and kindhearted woman. She spent many years working for Geico Insurance Company in New York. Her family was the center of...

Eleanor S. Zick

May 27, 2024

Eleanor Zick, 84, of Bethlehem, PA passed away on Monday May 27, 2024, at the St. Luke's Hospice House in Bethlehem. She was born in Nesquehoning, PA, the daughter of the late Michael and Anna Bazik. She was the loving wife of George R. Zick and they had been married for 63 years. She graduated from Nesquehoning High School in...

Ann L. Hassick

May 25, 2024

Ann L. Hassick, 93, of Bethlehem, PA passed away on Saturday May 25, 2024. She was born in Bethlehem, the daughter of the late Antonio and Giovina Fatebene. She was the wife of the late Edward J. Hassick Sr. Ann was a member of the former Our Lady of Pompeii of the Most Holy Rosary Catholic Church and current member...