Obituaries

Luis A. Martinez, 60, of North Plainfield, NJ passed away on December 27th, 2023, at Robert Wood Johnson Hospital in Somerville, NJ. He was the life partner of Shabida Deonarine for over 18 years. Luis was born in Guayama, Puerto Rico on March 7, 1963, and was the son of Elizabeth Gonzalez and Israel Martinez. He worked as a toll both operator for New York Metropolitan Transportation Authority for 20+ years before retiring in 2018. Luis is survived by his life partner Shabida

Janet I. Beck, 92 of Allentown passed away on December 16, 2023 at the Inpatient Hospice at Lehigh Valley Hospital in Allentown. She was the wife of Robert S. Beck, Sr. for 77 years until his passing on August 21, 2023. Janet was born in Allentown daughter of the late John Whitehouse and the late and Ann Whitehouse Movsovich. She was a member of St. Mark’s UCC in Allentown and sang in the choir. Janet was the Hot Dog Lady at Traubs Market. Janet in the Bicentennial and s

Bernice Cordes, 92 of Allentown passed away on December 14, 2023 at Above and Beyond in Allentown. She was the wife of the late Luther Cordes. Bernice was born in Upper Saucon Twp. on March 30, 1931 daughter of the late Horace L. and Ellen M. (Wean) Ohl. Survivors: Granddaughter Nicole Neas, great-grandchildren Phoenix Neas and Madison Gilbert .Predeceased by a son Greg Cordes. Time of Remembrance on Thursday December 21, 2023 from 10AM to 11AM at the Sell-Herron Funeral Hom

Beryl L. Feiertag, 89 of Allentown passed away on December 13, 2023 at Saucon Valley Manor in B Hellertown. Wife of the late Robert E. Feiertag. Beryl was born in Nazareth on April 6, 1934 daughter of the late Willis Raymond and Hattie Mae (Hoch) Rinker. Survivors: Son Curtis Regrut, his wife Hanny, their children Bryan Regrut and Michelle Komala, daughter Lisa Regrut, sister Shirley Van Norman wife of Jim, step- daughter Sharon M. wife of Barry Bartakovits, nieces and nehe

Harry C. Sell, 86 of Allentown passed away on December 12, 2023. He was the husband of Barbara A. (Crossley) Sell, they were married 65 years on July 26th. Harry was born in Allentown on January 16, 1937 son of the late Cornelius and Arlene (Miller) Sell. He worked at Lehigh Valley Dairy, drove truck for The Morning Call for 25 years and was a courier for Lehigh Valley Health Network. Survivors: Wife Barbara, daughter Julianne Sell of Allentown, son Jon Eric Sell (Elizabet

Patricia Elvin, 85 of Whitehall passed away peacefully on December 11, 2023 at home surrounded by her family. Patricia was born in Glasgow, Scotland on October 18, 1938 daughter of the late Robert and Elizabeth (Devlin) Elvin. She was a sewing operator and worked in the garment industry in Allentown for many years before retiring in 2003. She was a wonderful mother, grandmother and sister who was well loved and had a very special way of touching the lives of those she met. Sh

Marianne Eckman a beloved mother, grandmother, and wife of 50 years passed away on December 10, 2023 at the age of 74. She resided in Macungie with her husband Dean. Marianne was born in Coatesville, PA on August 21, 1949 the only daughter of the late Norman and Margaret (Kinsey) Yost. Marianne held fast to her Christian faith. She was a teacher’s aide at Honey Brook Elementary School in the Twin Valley School District for many years. She dedicated herself to helping children

Christina Torres, 44 of Bethlehem passed away on December 8, 2023 at St. Luke’s Hospital in Bethlehem. Chrissy was born in Bethlehem on April 14, 1979 daughter of Olga (Fontanez) Romero and the late Frank Gonzalez. Survivors: Mother Olga, son Johnathan J. Torres, twins Jorge L. Torres and Julissa Lexi Torres, sisters Sonya Gonzalez and granddaughter Brooklyn Torres. Services: Private at the convenience of the family. Funeral arrangements by Herron Funeral Home in Bethlehe

Nicholas “Nico” Tsamis, 46 of Bethlehem passed away at home on December 6, 2023. Nico was born in Bethlehem on December 20, 1976 son of Kiki (Kalivas) Margetis of Bethlehem and the late Loukas Tsamis. Survivors: Mother Kiki Margetis, sister Rosie Plimpton wife of Jeff and their children Laney and Grace. He was predeceased by his brother John Tsamis. Aunts Irene Sossiadis, Vanessa Kalivas, and Georgene Makovsky . Nephew Zane Tsamis. Cousins Michael Sossiadis, Barbie LaBarre

Dr. Dutt V. Bulusu, 85, of Coopersburg, Pennsylvania, passed away peacefully at his home on December 5, 2023. He was in the loving company of his wife, children, and hospice aide. Dutt was born on April 18, 1938, in Pithapuram, Andhra Pradesh, India, to Aditya Dutt Bulusu and Kanakavalli Bulusu (Gollakota). As a boy, he enjoyed singing and playing various racket sports. He was a bright and curious student who loved physics. He and his family immigrated to the United States, w

Loukia “Lucy” Xenakis, 84 of Bethlehem passed away on December 3, 2023. Lucy was born in Kambos, Chios, Greece daughter of the late Haralambos and Virginia Xenakis. Survivors: Sons Haralambos (Heather) and Dimitrios, daughters Kalliopi Kourpas and Theodora (Russell) Wynn, five grandchildren Veronica, Maria Loukia, John, Seth and Julia. Viewing and Service: Friday December 8, 2023, viewing 10AM to 11AM, service at 11AM all at St. Nicholas Greek Orthodox Cathedral 1607 W. U

Bob Pauls, 54, of Allentown, passed away on December 2, 2023. He was the loving companion of his dear friend, Kim Clark for nearly three years. His most cherished role was as father to his beloved daughter, Ashley Paige Pauls. Bob was born in Allentown on December 4, 1968, son of the late Robert J. and Mary L. (Getz) Pauls. Bob graduated from Central Catholic High School in 1987. After high school, he sought employment in the health care field. Some of the positions he held w

Inge Meyers (Lohmann) of Kempton peacefully passed away on November 30, 2023 at the age of 81. She and her loving husband, the late John Meyers, were married 57 years. Inge was born in Andernach, Germany to the late Johannes and El Frieda Lohmann (Dierdorf). Inge grew up in the Rhineland region of Germany prior to her immigrating to the US in 1964. She was proud to become a naturalized U.S. citizen in 1972. Inge worked a total of 36 years at Sacred Heart Hospital and Lehigh

Georgine S. Edwards, 76 of Allentown passed away peacefully on November 29, 2023 at Lehigh Valley Cedar Crest. Georgine was born in Allentown to the late Lyne L. (Boré) and Walter L. Moyer. A graduate of William Allen High School, Georgine was a devout Christian who enjoyed worshipping with numerous local churches over the years. She was also a dedicated volunteer at Good Shepherd. Survivors: Son Kris Edwards wife Wendy, Daughter Heidi Miller Husband Kevin, Sister Marlene

Dr. Benjamin Deratzou, 62 of Center Valley passed away on November 24, 2023. He was the devoted husband of Beth Ann (Homa) Deratzou and they were married for 27 years. His most cherished role was as father to his twins, Luke and Mark Deratzou. Ben was born in Drexel Hill on September 19, 1961, son of Gary and Mary (Kezerian) Deratzou. Ben graduated from Haverford High School in 1979 and the University of Pennsylvania School of Engineering and Applied Science in 1983. He ob

Susan Margaret Raring, 55, of Bethlehem passed away suddenly on November 24, 2023 at St. Luke’s- Anderson Hospital. She was the beloved daughter of the late F. Robert Raring and Elizabeth W. Raring of Bethlehem. Susan is survived by her sister, Carolyn Raring and her husband, David McGee of Bethlehem, and her sister, Elissa O’Hara and her husband, Christopher of Winchester, MA. She was the adored aunt of Jack, Grace, and Kate O’Hara. Susan was a 1987 graduate of Bethlehem C

Dr. Don C. Follmer, 96 of Bethlehem passed away on November 23, 2023 at St. Luke’s Hospital in Bethlehem. He was the husband of Muriel (Smith) Follmer for 51 years until her passing on February 27, 2004. Don was born in Berwick, PA on April 6, 1927 son of the late Joseph Roland and Edna (Dodson) Follmer. Don served in the Army Air Force from 1945-1946 stationed in Germany during World War II. He received a BS in Biology from Wilkes College in 1950, and his M.D. from the

Anna Marie Newton (80) of Bethlehem, Pennsylvania, passed away surrounded by her family on November 23, 2023. Anna Marie loved spending time with her family, going above and beyond to make unforgettable holidays with great food, games, and fun for all ages. She was a very charismatic woman who always put her family first. Anna Marie loved music, and it was not uncommon to hear her singing around the house, usually making up her own lyrics. Family members always knew what to d

Carmen A. Nieves, 91 of Allentown passed away on November 19, 2023 at the Hospice House of St. Luke’s in Bethlehem. She was the wife of the late Isaias Nieves. Carmen was born in Caguas, Puerto Rico on December 24, 1931 daughter of the late Ramon Roman and Claudiana Lopez. She was a member of Sacred Heart of Jesus Catholic Church in Allentown. Survivors: Five daughters Olga Nieves, Irma Santos, Delia Alzate, Nancy Nieves and Elena Rivera; 9 grandchildren, 16 great-grandchil

Doris Mae Gearhart, 98 of Bethlehem passed away at Moravian Village of Bethlehem.. She was the wife of William E. Gearhart for 66 years until his passing on May 15, 2013. Doris was born in Bethlehem on November 29, 1924 daughter of the late Elton G. and Pearl (Roth) Geissinger. She served in WAVES during World War II. Doris was a Secretary at the Hotel Bethlehem in the 1940’s and later at Fisher and Porter in Warminster from 1950 to 1967. She was a member of Zion’s Stone UC