Obituaries

Enrique Fernandez, 60 of Bethlehem passed away on September 12 at home surrounded by his family. Enrique was born in San Juan, Puerto Rico on June 17, 1962 son of the late Enrique and Leonor (Ramos) Fernandez. Survivors: Sister Milagros Fernandez wife of Carlos Pacheco, her children Catherine, Amanda, Johnny and CJ. Predeceased by brothers Julio and Jimmy. Service: Private, funeral arrangements by the Herron Funeral Home in Bethlehem,

Lloyd L. Kemmerer, 94, of Bethlehem passed away on September 9, 2022. Born in Hellertown PA on November 20, 1927. Lloyd attended Hellertown High School. He started his working career at 16 years old starting at Dennis Drugs, then enlisted in the Navy and continued his working career as a Partner in Dennis Drugs, K S & Z Builders, and K & K Apartments. He sold Real Estate at John Judd Real Estate for 42 years. He also had his own office on East Broad Street for many years. Ll

Isila I. Jimenez, 76 of Allentown passed away on September 9, 2022. Isila was born in San Miguel, El Salvador on November 4, 1945, daughter of the late Benjasmin Martinez and Raymunda Jimenez. She worked at B. Braun for many years. She was Catholic. Survivors: Four daughters Marria Chabla wife of Rolando, Ana Velasquez wife of Edgardo, Maria Luna wife of Jose and Rosa Guardado; six grandchildren and one great-grandchild. Predeceased by a son in law Jose Guardado. Viewing: F

Albert Fraind passed peacefully in his sleep on Sept. 6th He was one of 4 brothers born in Allentown on Feb 6, 1920 to Albert and Caroline Fraind. Albert graduated from Central Catholic High School in 1939 where he was a member of the basketball team. In 1941 at the start of World War II he was drafted to serve in the Army as a member of the 9th Infantry Division. He took part in 8 major campaigns mostly under the leadership of Gen. George Patton. Some of the campaigns were

Michael Sklodowski, 65 of Allentown passed away at home on September 5, 2022 surrounded by his family. He was the husband of Laurie Sklodowski, they would have been married 14 years on November 1st. He was a heavy equipment operator for Brandenburg Commercial Demolition retiring after 25 years. He was a member of Local union 542 for 25 years. Michael loved his car a 1922 Dodge Street Rod. He was a member of the Wheels of Time, enjoyed traveling for work and on Caribbean va

Ruthy S. Silva, 64 of Bethlehem passed away on August 26, 2022 surrounded by her family at Lehigh Valley Hospital-Muhlenberg, Bethlehem. She was the wife of Nicholas Silva, Sr. , they would have been married 47 years. Ruthy was born in Bethlehem on September 6, 1957 daughter of the late Richard and Ruth (Williams) Thomas. She was a dietician at Kidspeace for over 25 years. Ruthy was a member of Jerusalem Lutheran Church in Salisbury Twp. She loved the beach, salsa dancing,

Craig M. Kuczynski, 34 of Bethlehem passed away on August 25, 2022. Craig was born in Bethlehem on October 24, 1987 son of Edward M. and Kathryn (Kirk) Kuczynski, Sr. He graduated from Liberty High School. He worked in the warehouse at Amazon. Survivors: His parent’s Edward and Kathryn of Bethlehem, brothers Edward Kuczynski, Jr. husband of Krista of Bethlehem Twp. and Timothy S. Kuczynski of Bethlehem, aunts uncles, and cousins. Memorial Service: Tuesday August 30, 2

William F. Brunner, 47 of Allentown passed away on August 24, 2022 at the Inpatient Hospice Unit at Lehigh Valley Hospital in Allentown. William was born in Allentown on January 27, 1975 son of Frederick W. Brunner of Allentown and the Julie I. (Geist) Brunner. He graduated from William Allen High School. William worked as a custodian in a Medical Professional Office Building. He was a member of the Sons of the American Legion. Survivors: Father Frederick Brunner, Aunt, Uncl

Deborah Ann Plastino, 58 of Pocono Summit, PA passed away on August 22, 2022 at St. Luke’s Hospital-Anderson in Easton. She was born in Manhattan, NY on May 31, 1964 daughter of Ursula Dehling. Deborah loved her friends and family, and often acted as a trusted confidant to those who she loved. Deborah spent most of her life in South beach, on Staten Island where she attended Curtis High school. Deborah spent her early life working as an executive assistant to the president an

Our hearts are heavy as Dave “Davino” Venturella, 50, of Mertztown, Pennsylvania left this earth to move on to his next adventure, and what we’re sure is the greatest concert he’s ever attended, on August 21st 2022. He was born on March 20th, 1972 in Elizabeth, New Jersey the son of Carol M., and Alan (wife Mary) Venturella. Dave was full of life. He lit up a room, befriended everyone he met and always greeted you with a smile and a hug. There will never be another person lik

Elizabeth Agnes Carregal, 59 formerly of Midland Beach, Staten Island, NY passed away on August 17, 2022 after a long battle with cancer at Lehigh Valley Hospital-Muhlenberg in Bethlehem, PA. Elizabeth, affectionately known as Lisa, was born in Manhattan, New York on May 3, 1963 daughter of Henry J. Carregal, Jr. of Bethlehem Twp. and the late Eileen (McNamee) Carregal. She moved to Midland Beach when she was 5, where she resided until 1999. Lisa attended St. Margaret Mar

Mary “Pauline” Hurlburt, 76 of Bethlehem passed away on August 11, 2022 at the Hospice House of St. Luke’s in Bethlehem. Pauline was born in Bethlehem on May 24, 1946, daughter of the late John Rogers Hurlburt, Jr. and Genevieve (Duffy) Hurlburt Geever. She worked in retail management at the BonTon for many years until she retired. Survivors: Daughter Christine K. Ondria of Bethlehem, son John Patrick Daptula husband of Sherry of Bethlehem, five grandchildren Britany Daptul

A loving heart stopped beating on August 10, 2022, Constance L. “Connie” Chickersky, 84 of Emmaus passed away at Lehigh Valley Hospital-Cedar Crest, Allentown. Connie was born in Ashland, PA on April 22, 1938 daughter of the late Jerome and Lillian (Deitz) Strausser. Connie had a heart of gold and never an ill feeling towards anyone. When life handed her many health challenges she never complained. She cherished 50 years of marriage to her husband Joseph P. “Joe” Chickers

Agustin Solivan Jr passed away suddenly on July 31st, 2022 in Bethlehem, PA. Agustin was born on January 11th, 1968 in Salinas, Puerto Rico to parents Agustin Solivan Sr and Norma Rosario. Agustin was the youngest child of three, his sister Brenda Lee Diaz passed in 2021, and is survived by his older brother Alexander Solivan. Agustin is survived by his nieces Tabitha Strayer and Tiffany Solivan, nephews Hector Diaz and Gabriel Solivan; along with his grandniece Leticia Soli

Grace Polak, 84 of Lancaster passed away surrounded by her family on July 24, 2022 at UMPC Hospital in Lititz . Grace was the wife of Joseph F. Polak for 52 years until his passing on January 28, 2020. Grace was born in Coaldale, PA on November 3, 1937, daughter of the late John and Annette C. (Shovelin) Kalinak. She was the valedictorian of the first graduating class of Marian High School in 1956. Grace began a career in the early days of data processing working for GAC in

Donte Shariff Chapman was born in Brooklyn, New York on June 1st 1993 to the late Tara M. Chapman and Robert Chapman. Donte was called home to be with his mother on July 23, 2022 in Allentown, PA. Donte attended P.S.6, Walt Whitman Jr. High, and AMP Alternative H.S. Donte loved being with his mother & siblings and watched over them. Donte loved family and loved going to family events. Donte loved to come down to New York to go to the Masonic Temple to go dancing with his

James A. Knecht, 63 of Allentown passed away on July 22, 2022. Jimmy was born in Allentown on July 27, 1958, son of the late Robert L. and Evelyn (Kuhn) Knecht, Sr. He was a driver for Matthews Casket Company for over 25 years. Prior to that he was a roofer, black top installer and worked at his parent’s market, Knecht’s Market in Allentown. He was an avid Penn State Football fan, loved Polka music, the Indianapolis 500, Kentucky Derby, horse racing, an avid hunter who loved

Saundra J. Romig, 80 of Bethlehem passed away on July 20, 2022 at Lehigh Valley Hospital-Muhlenberg. She was the wife of Donald R. Romig for 57 years until his passing on May 10, 2017. Saundra was born in Bethlehem on May 4, 1942, daughter of the late Steven and Arlene (Warfield) Pors. She graduated from Liberty High School in 1960. She worked as a machine operator at Durkee Foods for 32 years, and later was a custodian for the BASD at Freedom High School until she retired

Scott C. Bitting, 44 of Allentown passed away on July 17, 2022, from injuries sustained in a motorcycle accident. Born in Allentown, he was the son of Linda L. (Kroboth) Moyer and the late Marvin Bitting. Scott was a talented mechanic of cars, boats, motorcycles, and many other vehicles, as well as electronics. He was a volunteer for Han-Le-Co in the 90s and would lend a hand for anything anyone needed him for. He was an extremely kind and free soul that loved people of all a

Arlene D. Rivera Garcia, 64 of Bethlehem passed away on July 13, 2022 at home surrounded by her family. She was the wife of the late Felix Jimenez. Arlene was born in Ponce, Puerto Rico on January 18, 1958 daughter of Luis A. Rivera and the late Ana J. (Garcia) Rivera. She was a member of Holy Infancy Catholic Church in Bethlehem. Survivors: Son Felix M. Jimenez, daughters Darlix B. Jimenez, Darlene M. Jimenez, Marlene D. Jimenez and Maritza I Jimenez, 13 grandchildren and