Obituaries

Mary P. Moukoulis, 78 of Bethlehem passed away on October 17, 2022, at Lehigh Valley Hospital-Cedar Crest. Mary was the wife of Thomas V. Moukoulis for 49 years until his passing on February 8, 2016. Mary was born in the village of Pano Lefkara, on the Mediterranean Island of Cyprus on January 26, 1944, daughter of the late Harry G. and Chrystalla H. (Kousouros) Pitsilos. At the age of 5, she immigrated to the United States on November 29, 1949, arriving at John F. Kennedy A

Bienvenido Nieves, 83 of Allentown passed away on October 17, 2022 at Lehigh Valley Hospital-Cedar Crest. He was born in Laros, Puerto Rico on March 25, 1939, son of the late Ventura and Genara (Muniz) Nieves. Survivors: Sons Raul, Jose, Rafael and Orlando, daughters Bienvida and Gloria; 12 grandchildren and 4 great grandchildren; former wife Ana Flores. Predeceased by a sister Inocencia Sepulveda. Viewing and Service: Friday October 21, 2022 viewing 10AM to 11:30AM followed

Carl J. Buttillo, Sr. 88 of Bethlehem passed away on October 16, 2022 at the Hospice House of St. Luke’s in Bethlehem. Carl was the husband of Mary Frances (De Leon) Buttillo, they were married 66 years on April 7th. Carl was born in Bethlehem on April 25, 1934 son of the late John and Irma (De Meglio) Buttillo. He served in the US Navy during the Korean War. He was a Letter Carried for the USPS retiring after 26 years. Carl was a faithful member of Our Lady of Perpetual He

Dorothea I. “Dottie” Altemose Bowers, 76 of Bethlehem passed away on October 13, 2022. She was the wife of the late Gordon Altemose who passed in 1994 and the late Leroy Bowers who passed in 2020. Dottie was born in Fountain Hill on January 1, 1946 daughter of the late Robert and Rita (Gable) Werner. She was a bookkeeper at Neffs Bank for many years. Dottie was a member of Bethany Wesleyan Church. Survivors: Son Scott R. Altemose husband of Kelly of Whitehall, daughter Nanc

Jannyna E. Cordero ,45 of Kutztown passed away on October 12, 2022 at Reading Hospital. Jannyna was born in Santo Domingo, Dominican Republic on March 23, 1977 daughter of Samuel Francisco and Eulalia Ramona Rivera de Cordero. She was trained as a graphic designer, which enabled her to become a Project Manager in the Medical Field. Her hobbies included a passion for cooking, sewing, drawing, painting and loved her plants. Her family were long time members of Sacred Heart of J

Janice W. Helm, 90 of Allentown passed away on October 11, 2022 at the Phoebe Home-Miller Building in Allentown. She was the wife of the late Arthur G. Helm who passed in 1984. Janice was born in Camden, NJ on September 14, 1932, the youngest of eight children of the late Albert and Dorcas (Beegle) Williams. She worked for American Greeting Cards and volunteered for many years at Lehigh Valley Hospital. Janice was an avid bridge and mahjong card player. Janice loved her fa

Robert M. Belisonzi, 74 passed away on October 9, 2022. Devoted father of four, grandfather of six, founder and owner of what became a North Jersey landmark, The Mason Jar Restaurant, and retired in 2010. Robert was born in Teaneck, NJ to parents Robert C. and Aileen (Casey) Belisonzi. Bob is survived by his partner Liz Kaminski of 22 years and his four children and families: son Rob, his partner Jenn Mesce, children Lily and Will, daughter Kerri, her husband Gregory Pace, d

John A. Miller, 63 of Allentown passed away of Colon Cancer surrounded by his family on October 9, 2022 at the Inpatient Hospice Unit at Lehigh Valley Health Network. He was the husband of Donna M. (Fritch) Miller, they just celebrated their 36th wedding anniversary on October 4th. John was born in Allentown on January 6, 1959 son of Dalton A. and Patricia (Spaar) Miller of Allentown. He worked in the heating and air conditioning industry as a sheet metal installer for mo

It is with great sadness that we share the passing of Dr. Amy Elizabeth Kelleman, 50, of Bethlehem, on October 8th 2022. Amy passed peacefully surrounded by the comfort of her son and close family. Amy was born in Bethlehem on June 14, 1972 daughter of Joseph and Judith (Palenchar) Kelleman. Amy graduated from Bethlehem Catholic High School, and she proceeded to pursue post-secondary education at Northampton Area Community College and Moravian College. Amy later earned her d

Carmen M. Kerrigan, 82 of Easton passed away at home on September 26, 2022 surrounded by her family. She was the wife of the late Russell Kerrigan. Carmen was born in Ponce, Puerto Rico on November 1, 1939, daughter of the late Jaime and Antonia (Vargas) Morales. She worked at PP&L in the computer payroll control department for many years before she retired. She was a Jehovah Witness. Survivors: Her children Migdalynn Castaing-Vega, Marlynn J. Rodrigues wife of Edwin, Gilbert

Keith L. Wanamaker, 76 of Allentown passed away on September 26, 2022 at ProMedica in Bethlehem. Keith was born in Allentown on January 12, 1946 son of the late Leroy G. and Magdalene (Reese) Wanamaker. He was a master mechanic. He drove many years for VAST. Worked security before retiring. He volunteered with MANY organizations over the years. He loved anything to do with cars and motorcycles. He passionately loved his grand-dog Apollo and grand-cat Johnny. He appreciated th

Thomas C. Epsaro, 89 of Bethlehem passed away at home on September 25, 2022, He was the husband of Bernadine (Lucci) Epsaro for 61 years until her passing on November 19, 2016. Thomas was born in Easton on October 3, 1932 son of the late Thomas and Mary (Pelonero) Ipsaro. He was stock chaser of parts at Mack Trucks for 35 years and later a school bus driver for 15 years for BASD. He was a faithful member of Notre Dame Catholic Church of Bethlehem. He was an avid Penn State

Leonardo was born in Azogues, Ecuador on March 18, 1976 son of Gricelda Rojas and the late Segundo Echeverria. He was a truck driver for JB Hunt Trucking Company. He was a member of St. Paul Catholic Church in Allentown. Survivors: Wife Sandra, son Gerald Echeverria, daughters Jennifer Echeverria, Rebeca Echeverria and Camila Echeverria; brothers Geovanny Echeverria husband of Meisy and Rolando Echeverria husband of Nelly, sisters Yolanda Echeverria wife of Wilson, Diana Eche

Ann Lorraine Hudak, 86 of Allentown passed away on September 21, 2022 surrounded by her family at the Hospice House of St. Luke’s in Bethlehem. Ann was born in Allentown on February 1, 1936 daughter of the late Raymond Franklin and Rachel Victoria (Bartholomew) Schaffer, Sr. She was a Millworker at Phoenix Clothing for 30 years retiring in 1995. Survivors: Sons Terry L. Snyder husband of Judy of Orefield, Donald E. Snyder of Emmaus and Scott A. Snyder husband of Debra of Emma

David Diaz, 74 of Allentown passed away on September 21, 2022 at ProMedica in Bethlehem, PA. David was born in Naguabo,Puerto Rico on May 17, 1948 son of the late Luis and Ines (Montanez) Dias. Survivors: Brother Julio Diaz, many aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews and cosins. Predeceased by abrother Raul Dias and a sister Miriam Diaz. Viewing & Service: Thursday September 29, 2022, viewing 10AM to 11AM followed by the funeral service at 111M all at the Sell-Herron Funeral Home

Wanda Felician (Gitz) Schmitt passed away peacefully on September 20th, 2022. She was married to Robert, “Bob” Schmitt for 68 years. Wanda was born to John Gitz and Blanche (Talkowski) May 11th, 1934. She was a homemaker and mother of five children. Her family resided in Hazleton, PA until 1967 when they relocated to Bethlehem, PA. Upon her husband Bob’s retirement in 1985, they worked side by side for nearly 20 years. Her goal was to accumulate 40 quarters of a working histo

James E. Solarek, 66 of Salisbury Township passed away at home on September 19, 2022. He was the husband of Susan (Moyer) Solarek, they would have been married 39 years on February 18th. James was born in Freeland on April 7, 1956, son of the late Raymond and Hannah (Carter) Solarek. He was a production worker for Mopac/JBS for 35 years until he retired in July 2021. He was an avid Pittsburgh Steelers fan. And loved watching his kids and grandkids playing sports. Survivors:

Craig E. Maurer, Jr. 39 of Bethlehem passed away at home on September 18, 2022. Craig was born in Bethlehem on November 5, 1982, son of Craig E. Maurer, Sr. of Bethlehem and the late Carol (Schaffer) Maurer. He worked in the Deli Department at Valley Farms and Giant for many years. He was a member of Star of Bethlehem Lutheran Church in Bethlehem. Survivors: Father Craig, brother Kyle (Devon) of Telford, aunts, uncle and cousins. Memorial Service: Saturday September 24, 202

Janet Kaiser, 81 of Bethlehem passed away at Promedica-Old Orchard in Easton on September 15, 2022 surrounded by her family. She was the wife of John Frederick Kaiser for 53 years until his passing on March 2, 2016. Janet was born in Bethlehem on June 27, 1941 daughter of the late Edwin and Marie (Knechel) Lerch. She was a receptionist at St. Luke’s Hospital retiring after many years. Janet enjoyed camping with her children gardening, baking, cooking and reading. Survivors:

Hector Bonilla 70 of Bethlehem passed away on September 14, 2022 at Rosewood Nursing and Rehabilatation Center in Schuylkill Haven, PA. Hector was the son of the late Rosalina Pomales and the late Juan Bonilla-Negron. Survivors: Sisters Antonia Correa, Isabel Trinidad, Margarita Lebron, Yolanda Abru, brothers Antonio Pomales, Gregoria Correa, Ismael Correa, aunts, uncles, cousins, nieces and nephews. Viewing and Service: Monday September 19, 2022, viewing 10AM to 11AM follow