Obituaries

Berry G Richards, 90 of Bethlehem, formerly of North Adams, MA died peacefully at home on July 15, 2021 following a brief illness. Daughter of the late Steven and Athena (Melachroinides) Gargal, Berry received her AB from Vassar College and her MS from SUNY Albany. The first woman Director of Libraries at Lehigh University, Berry introduced innovative technologies and services; created the special collections division, and planned the building of Fairchild-Martindale Library

Warren C. Seagreaves, 87 of Allentown passed away on July 12, 2021. He was the husband of Nancy M. (Maxin), Seagreaves, they would have been married 66 years on August 27th. Warren was born in Allentown on May 28, 1934, son of the late Oliver Nelson and Blanche P. (Baus) Seagreaves. He was the top car salesman at Emmaus Ford Motor Company for many years. Earlier he owned the Gulf Gas Station on South 4th Street and the Sunoco Gas Station on Lehigh Street and Route 78 in A

Chrysanthy Englesson Axiotis, 89, of Warren, died July 10, 2021, at Trumbull Memorial Hospital, Warren, Ohio. Born July 17, 1931, in Bethlehem, Pennsylvania, she was the daughter of the late John and Sophia (Pupalos) Englesson. She was the wife of the late Nickolas Axiotis whom she married on November 2, 1952 at Saint Nicholas Greek Orthodox Church in Bethlehem. She was the co-owner of the Kountry Kupboard Restaurant on Ohio Route 5 in Leavittsburg, Ohio until her husband’s d

Mary Hillegas born October 15, 1932, passed peacefully at home, July 7, 2021, surrounded by love. She was the daughter of the late Raymond and Marie (Waters) Mink. She was married to Richard A. Hillegas for 61 years prior to his passing in 2014. Mary was a devoted wife, mother, grandmother and great-grandmother and friend who enjoyed so much in life. She had a huge heart and never anything negative to say. She enjoyed reading, walking, dancing, going to the movies, and enjoye

Eugene J. Iasiello, 92 of Bethlehem died peacefully on July 6, 2021. He was the husband of LaMay (Siegfried) Iasiello for 65 years until her passing on June 2, 2015. Eugene was born in Fountain Hill on August 22, 1928, son of the late Anthony and Amelia (DiMeglio) Iasiello. After graduating from high school, Eugene proudly served his country in the US Navy on the USS Oriskany, specializing in hydraulics. Eugene was a great athlete, who loved sports and competed in high leve

Sara E. Pinter, 30 of Slatington passed away on June 29, 2021. Sara was born in Bethlehem on March 28, 1991 daughter of Francis M. and Lisa L. (Lowright) Pinter of Hanover Twp. Sara graduated from Liberty High School in 2009. She loved all animals, especially her dogs Cooper and Millie. She was a Lead Associate at ShipBob in Bethlehem PA where she earned the respect of all her coworkers while holding them all in the highest respect. To Sara teamwork was everything. Sara’s u

Arlene M. Davidson, 91 of Bethlehem passed away on June 29, 2021. She was the wife of the late Raymond H. Davidson, Jr. who passed in 2013. Arlene was born in Wind Gap on February 2, 1930, daughter of the late Elmer F. and Minnie (Laubach) Heberling. She was a former member of Messiah Lutheran Church in Bethlehem. Survivors: Son Raymond H. Davidson, III of Duson, Louisiana, two grandchildren Jennifer L. Nicholas of Bethlehem and Justin Davidson of Brookshire, Texas. Predeceas

Barbara “Bobbi” (Cary) M. McDowell, 84 of Bethlehem passed away on June 27, 2021 at home. She was the wife of John N. McDowell, Jr. Born in Philadelphia, she was the daughter of the late Egbert S. and Sara (Carr) Cary, Jr. She attributed her appreciation and love for nature to having resided at Pocono Lake Preserve for many years before coming to the Lehigh Valley. She was a graduate of the Westtown School and Cedar Crest College, where she graduated with honors in the Bu

Hector Rodriguez Resto, 62 of Allentown passed away on June 27, 2021. Hector was born in Bayamon, Puerto Rico on August 2, 1958 son of the late Amador Rodriguez and Basilia Resto. Survivors: Sons Hector Rodriguez, Jr., Juan Rodriguez and Timothy Rodriguez; Bothers Ferdinand Rodriguez Resto and Amador Rodriguez Resto; Sister Maria Elena Rodriguez Resto; Granddaughter Nyalisa Rodriguez Viewing & Service: Wednesday July 7, 2021, viewing 9 to 10AM followed by the Funeral servi

Richard L. Ursu, Sr., 75 of Bethlehem passed away on June 22, 2021 in Lower Nazareth. He rode off to heaven riding on his Harley and telling jokes along the way. Richard was born in Bethlehem on September 25, 1945 son of the late Eli V. and Anna T. “Gerry” Ursu. In 1979 and 1980, Richard was the back-to-back Veterans Men’s Pennsylvania State Roller Speed Skating Champion and cycling champion of the Tour of Wildwood. Richard worked for Martin Guitar, and then became a self-e

Michael S. Benedict, 45 of Emmaus passed away on June 13, 2021 at home. Michael was born in Allentown on December 19, 1975, son of Carol (Novasilech) Bachman and the late Robert Benedict. Michael was of the Christian faith. He was a self-employed entrepreneur who enjoyed buying and selling antiques. He loved skateboarding, fishing, music and being a DJ. Survivors: Son Michael S. Benedict, Jr. his girlfriend Jacquelyn Spotts, daughter Kiara Benedict fiancé of Eddie Tiburcio

Beth Anne Walko, 56 of Bath passed away on June 12, 2021 at home. Beth Anne was the wife of Thomas M. Walko, they would have been married 25 years on October 5th. Beth Anne was born in Coaldale on July 5, 1964, daughter of the late Joseph and Mary (Polak) Pavlovich. Beth Anne graduated from Panther Valley High School in 1983, then graduated from Kutztown University in 1987 with a degree in Business. In 1991 Beth graduated from St. Luke’s School of Nursing as a Register

Annette Riepensell, 65 of Allentown passed away on June 9, 2021. Annette was born in Allentown on June 2, 1956, daughter of Anne Marie (Kaliniak) Riepensell and the late Joseph B. Riepensell. Annette was a teacher’s aide at Lehigh Valley Child Care Growing Connections for over 20 years. She loved children. Annette was a member of St. Paul’s Catholic Church in Allentown. Survivors: Her Mother Anne Marie Riepensell, sister Carol Ann Riepensell and her brothers Joe Riepensell, J

Edward John Lilienthal, Jr. July 22, 1957 – February 6, 2021 “Never Say Goodbye, only See You Later.”-EJL, jr. Edward aka, “EP” as his father called him, was born in Englewood, New Jersey to Edward Sr. and Catherine Lilienthal on July 22, 1957. In a close-knit, Italian-German American family of 6, Ed was the leader of the pack. He was followed by his adoring sisters Laura and Nan, and his (big) little brother Eric. It was in Livingston, NJ in a 13-room farmhouse where many of

William G. Montgomery, 87 of Allentown passed away on May 31, 2021 at Lehigh Valley Hospital-Cedar Crest. He was the husband of Patricia A. (Doncsecz) Montgomery for 47 years until she passed in 2006. William was born in Allentown on April 13, 1934 son of the late William P. and Ethel (Billings) Montgomery. He served in the US Navy. He was a self employed upholster for many years. Survivors: Son Eric (Robin) of Alburtis, daughter Lisa A. Wunderler (Ronald), sister Linda Zeis

Ellie Argeros, 95 of Bethlehem passed away on May 31,2021 at Saucon Valley Manor in Hellertown. She was the wife of the late William S. (Bill) Argeros who passed in 1986. Ellie was born on May 9, 1926 in Limnos, Greece daughter of the late Nicholas and Malamo (Carageorgorikas) Macronis. She was an assembler at Piercing Pagoda for many years. She was a faithful member of St. Nicholas Greek orthodox Cathedral in Bethlehem. Ellie was active with the Ladies Philoptochos, Senior

Donald B. Easen, of Bethlehem, passed away on May 30, 2021 at home surrounded by his family. He is the husband of Betsy (Fox) Easen for 18 years and the late Eleanor E. Easen who died on January 8, 1997. Donald was born in Wilkes- Barre on January 28, 1928, son of the late Thomas and Helen (Majors) Easen. Don graduated from Meyers High School in Wilkes-Barre and attended Penn State University. He served in the US Navy during World War II. He is a member of the Church of the

Ernesto Liciaga-Lopez, Jr. 48 of Tamaqua passed away on May 30, 2021. Survivors: Parent’s Ernesto Liciaga Gonzalez and Julia Lopez-Valle; fiance Elizabeth Almodovar, children Xavier Liciaga de Jesus, Hector Escalara, Felicia Liciaga and Priscilla Liciaga; sisters Janet Liciaga (Bruce Lee Colon), Joswin Liciaga and Bianca Liciaga (Brian Denny Ramos); 6 grandchildren . Viewing &Service: Thursday June 10, 2021 at 11 AM with a viewing 10-11AM all at the Sell-Herron Funeral Home i

God called home his beautiful dedicated servant Martha Ann “Mattie” (Paslawsky) Hoben, on May 27, 2021, surrounded by her family. Martha was born July 1, 1953 in Coaldale to William Paslawsky and Elizabeth Sweeney both deceased. Martha was a proud member of the 1971 Panther Valley graduation class where she was a member of the Marching Band, gymnastics team, Student Council, prom committee, Prom Court, chorus and several other activities. She served on the class reunion

Patricia Dunkirk, 75 of Allentown passed away peacefully on May 26, 2021 at Manor Care-Cedar Crest. She is survived by her daughters Mona L. Purcell (husband Jon) and Sasha Sallard, her son Todd Dunkirk (wife Stacey) and sister Kathy Garmon. She loved dearly her 12 grandchildren, and 1 great-granddaughter. She is predeceased by her brother John Barry and son Sean Dunkirk who died earlier this year. Memorial Service: Saturday June 5, 2021 at 11 AM with a calling from 10AM to 1