Obituaries

Louis Anthony Arias, Jr., 60, passed away on December 10, 2022, at his residence in Allentown, PA. It is with a heavy heart that we announce the passing of our beloved brother. Louis was born in Manhattan, New York on March 4, 1962, son of Luis Arias and Luz Celene Bustamente Estrella. He lived most of his life in New York City where he became a computer programmer working on the Y2K project for the banking systems. He was a self- employed actor who continued to work on new p

Joseph Michael Carl, 88, of Bethlehem, passed away peacefully November 25 after a long illness. Joe was born in 1934 in Carbondale Pennsylvania to Orval and Mary Carl. He graduated Scranton Central High School. He then entered into the United States Army where he proudly served until 1959. Joe then worked as a buyer for A&P and Supermarket Services. Using his buyer background, Joe eventually started his own business selling flowers, movies, and other profitable items at the l

Alissa E. DiPasquale, 53 of Easton passed away at Gracedale Nursing Home in Nazareth on November 21, 2022. She was the loving companion of Daniel (Dan) Conover of Wilson Boro. Alissa was born in Easton on March 30, 1969, daughter of William Pilz, Jr. and the late Sharon (Horn) Pilz. She graduated from Freedom High School in Bethlehem. Survivors: Father William Pilz, Jr., stepmother Georgia Pilz, sisters Carrie Pilz, Emmie Grazer wife of Scott, Lauren Pilz and Leeann Geladi

Carolyn Ruth Carlson, 76 of Bethlehem passed away at home surrounded by her family on November 19, 2022. She was the wife of Jan Paul Carlson, they were married 54 years on June 15th. Carolyn was born in Philadelphia on September 15, 1946, daughter of the late Dr. Raymond and Gladys (Lumley) Blood. She graduated from Boston School of Nursing in 1968 and worked as a registered nurse at Wellesley College in the Infirmary for many years. She was a lifelong member of Fisk United

Alan P. Smith, 85 of Easton passed away on November 18, 2022 in Harborview Nursing Home in Doylestown.He was the husband of Joan F. (Germano) Smith, they were married 32 years on September 15th. Alan was born in Eastbourne, England on August 21, 1937, son of the late George and Emily (Ebdon) Smith. He was a Sales Manager of a Printing Company for many years. Survivors: Wife Joan, son Kelly R. Smith of Piscataway, NJ, daughter Samantha K. Smith of New York, NY, brother Davi

Terrence “Terry” S. Conrad, aged 74, passed away on November 17, 2022, surrounded by his family. He was born in Allentown on February 7, 1948, to the late Samuel and Nina (Heller) Conrad. After graduating from Liberty High School in 1966, he enlisted in the United States Navy and served for 8 years. In 1967, he married his high school sweetheart, Colleen N. (Long), and they celebrated their 55th anniversary on Veterans Day. Following his naval service the family relocated to

Judy A. (Jones) Handley, 74, of Allentown, PA, passed away on Saturday, November 12, 2022 at the LVHN- Cedar Crest. Born in Poughkeepsie, NY, she was the daughter of the late Harold Ellis Jones and Laura Bernice (Oliver) Jones of North Catasauqua, PA. She was married to Richard Handley for 42 years who passed away in 2015. They had no children. She is survived by three sisters: Jean Kokolus of Slatington, PA, Kathy Zatko and her husband Michael of Oxford, PA, Patti Wise of

Jonathan M. Rivas-Ayala 29 of Bethlehem. Passed away on November 12, 2022 surrounded by his family at Hospital of the University of Pennsylvania in Philadelphia. Jonathan was born in Guayama, Puerto Rico on August 26, 1993. Son of the Miguel Rivas-Rodriguez and Flor Ayala. Survivors: His Parents, son Joniel I. Rivas, Brothers Miguel A. Rivas-Ayala, Jose M. Rivas-Ayala and spouse Christina; Sisters Amanda M. Rivas-Ayala, Katiria M. Rivas-Ayala and spouse Omayra. Viewing and

Terrance L. Mann, 64 of Allentown passed away on November 10, 2022 at Lehigh Valley Hospital-Pocono. He was the husband of Marie D. (Lazor) Mann, they would have been married 33 years on November 18th. Terrance was born in Allentown on May 13, 1958 son of the late Bruce L. and Anna (Morris) Mann. He was a painter and custodian for the Allentown School District for over 20 years. He was a member of the Twilight Truckers, a custom van and truck club. He enjoyed deer hunting an

Harry Tubbs Deisroth 94 of Macungie passed away on November 9, 2022 at the Inpatient Hospice Unit at Lehigh Valley Hospital in Allentown. He was the husband of the late Nancy (Krapf) Deisroth and the late Phyllis (Frey) Slocum. Harry was born in Hazleton, PA on April 17, 1928 son of the late George E. and Kathryn L. (Tubbs) Deisroth. He served in the US Army during World War II and the Korean War. Harry graduated from Hazleton High School in 1946 and from the University of T

Allen P. Christman, 55 of Bethlehem Twp. passed away on November 8, 2022 surrounded by his family at Temple University Hospital in Philadelphia. He was the husband of Rafaela (Rodriguez) Christman, they would have been married 30 years on December 19th. Allen was born in Bethlehem on July 12, 1967, son of the late Albert P. and Mary A. (Wargo) Christman. He was the Head custodian for the Bethlehem Area school District at Lincoln Elementary School and prior at Freedom High S

Gilberto Cosme Rodriguez, 80 of Bethlehem, peacefully passed on from this life to one eternal on November 6, 2022. Gilberto, better known as “Gato Prieto”, was born in Toa Alta, Puerto Rico on March 29, 1942 to his father, the late Dolores Rodriguez Perez and late mother, Julia Cosme Rivera. He was the proud father of Tania Rodriguez, of Bethlehem, and very proud grandfather of Private First-Class Elizabeth Rodriguez, also of Bethlehem currently serving the US Army in Hawaii.

Izetta H. Thompson, 86 of Bethlehem passed away on November 4, 2022 at Country Meadows of Bethlehem. Izetta was born on December 9, 1935 in Bowersville, Ohio, daughter of the late William Robert and Helen (Poland) Gerard. Survivors: Son Kevin R. Thompson husband of Holly and two brothers Phill Gerard and Larry Gerard. Service: Private, funeral arrangements by the Herron Funeral Home in Bethlehem, PA.

Christopher Francis Lett of Easton, PA passed away peacefully on November 4, 2022 due to complications of a stroke. He was 64. He is survived by his wife of 34 years, Diana Bruning Lett, his daughter Alexandra Lett, his son Nicholas Lett and his grandson, Oliver Cisneros. Also mourning his loss are his father, Alexander Lett, his five siblings Kathy, Stephen, Stephanie, David and Brian Lett and numerous aunts, uncles, nieces, and nephews. Chris attended St. John the Evange

Victoria Ann DelGrosso, 94, passed away on November 2, 2022 in Gahanna, Ohio. She was born on August 26, 1928 in Hazelton, Pennsylvania to Harry and Anna (Kukol) Lucci. She attended Central Catholic High School Allentown, Pennsylvania and graduated as part of the 1946 class. Victoria married the love of her life, Michael J. DelGrosso, Sr. in 1953. They shared 48 years together, until his passing in 2001. Victoria was a loving mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, and aunt,

George C. Yialamas, 92 of Kutztown, formerly of Allentown, passed away on November 1, 2022 surrounded by family at Lehigh Valley Hospital in Allentown. George was born in Filia, Lesvos, Greece on December 26, 1929, son of the late Constantine and Dorothea (Vamvakoula) Yialamas. He served in the Greek military, married, and emigrated to the United States in 1955. He deeply loved both Greece and the US. He was a Real Estate Developer in Allentown as well as a Licensed Mast

Constantinos Grigoras passed away on Saturday, October 29, 2022 at the age of 97. He passed away peacefully at St. Luke’s Hospital-Anderson in Easton, PA surrounded by his family. Costas was the husband of Aspasia (Bouras) Grigoras, they were married 48 years on March 17th. Costas was born on January 31, 1925 to Andreas Grigoras and Maria (Thoma) in Andros, Greece. Costas was the youngest of 12 siblings. Following his time in the Greek navy and earlier years working aboard

Thomas C. Kilker, 74 of Bethlehem passed away on October 25, 2022 at the Hospice House of St. Luke’s in Bethlehem. He was the husband of Mary (Donaghue) Kilker for 33 years until her passing on February 5, 2017. Thom was born in Danville, PA on July 21, 1948, son of the late Cletus and Mary (Canfield) Kilker of Girardville, PA. He graduated from Immaculate Heart High School in 1966, did his undergraduate at Allentown College and received his Masters from Lehigh Universi

Carol Ann Riepensell, 51 of Allentown passed away at home surrounded by her loving family on October 24, 2022. Carol Ann was born in Allentown on December 15, 1970, daughter of Anne Marie (Kaliniak) Riepensell and the late Joseph B. Riepensell. Carol Ann graduated Mercy School for Special Learning. She volunteered at Growing Connections Daycare, Good Shepherd Rehabilitation Hospital and was a Girl Friday for Dr. Nathanson. Carol also volunteered and loved supporting th

Scott L. Fichter, 55 of Bethlehem passed away on October 21, 2022 at Lehigh Valley Hospital-Cedar Crest. Scott was born in Allentown on January 31, 1967 son of the late Kenneth Lee Geist and the late JoAnn Fichter. He was a truck driver for Whitetail Disposal Service. Scott loved going to concerts and was a #1Pittsburgh Steelers fan. Survivors: Fiancé Vanessa Kalivas; daughters Keirrie Fichter fiancé of Daniel Vetere and Jordon Fichter; sisters Misty Krick and Sherry Lynn J