Obituaries

Athena N. Stamus, 83, loving wife, mother, grandmother extraordinaire, sister, and a true friend to many. A teacher, a brilliant award winning fine artist, a successful local business owner and a faithful Greek Orthodox Christian, passed away peacefully with her family by her side May 25th, 2021. Born on October 26, 1937 in Marion, Indiana, daughter of Nicholas Chochos and Demetra (Maheras) Chochos, both of Sparti, Greece. She was the youngest of four siblings, survived by he

Brunilda Castro,56 of Kingston formerly of Bethlehem passed away at home on May 16, 2021. Brunilda was born in Bethlehem on July 21, 1964 daughter of the late Salvador and Carmen (Burgos) Castro. She was a housekeeper at Holy Family Manor for many years. She was a member of Holy Infancy Catholic Church in Bethlehem. Survivors: Brother Salvador, sister Ana, nephews Brandon Moore, aunts, uncles and cousins. Viewing & Service: Friday May 21st viewing 11:30AM-12:30PM followed by

Jonathan M. Dech, 53 of Macungie passed away peacefully on May 14, 2021 at Lehigh Valley Hospital-Cedar Crest. A gentle man with a big heart, Jon always thought of others first. He was born on February 23rd, 1968 in Allentown, PA to the late Roderick and Nancy (Weida) Dech. Jon was the oldest of three children. He attended Anderson University, located in Anderson Indiana, where he graduated with a BA in Economics and met his wife Karen. As a devoted family man, Jon poured

Carol A. Maurer, 66 of Bethlehem passed away suddenly at home on May 11, 2021. She was the wife of Craig E. Maurer, Sr., they were married 42 years on March 30th. Carol was born in Allentown on March 30, 1955, daughter of the late William and Joyce (Fegley) Schaffer. She was currently a Certified Occupational Therapist at the Good Shepherd Home in Allentown for 30 years. Carol was a faithful member of the Star of Bethlehem Lutheran Church. She was a member of the Petersvill

Harry F. Lee, 78, of Bethlehem, passed away at home on May 10, 2021 with his loving family by his side. Harry was the husband of Judith (Siegfried) Lee, they were together for 47 years. Harry was born in Allentown on May 14, 1942, son of the late Harry and Bette (Brittenburg) Lee. He worked in the maintenance department at Spirax Sarco company for many years. Harry was a master electrician and could fix or repair anything and always had a spare part for everything. He was

Carlos M. Coriano, 75 of Allentown passed away on May 8, 2021 at Lehigh Valley Hospital-Muhlenberg. Carlos was born in Bayamon, Puerto Rico on May 21, 1945 son of the late Felix and Lydia Marie (Reyes) Coriano. Carlos owned a Puerto Rican Cuisine Restaurant. Survivors: His children Maritza Coriano – Lopez( Marco Lopez), Madeline Coriano, Marilu Coriano(Harry Clare), Maira Mancini( Marc Mancini), Ivette Coriano Rivera, Carlos Coriano(Milagros), Ricardo Cortes(Caitlin),Rebecca

Donna Lee Kokolis, 68, of Allentown, passed away on Saturday, May 8, 2021 after a brief stay at Cedarbrook Nursing Home with her loving husband at her side. Born in Allentown and raised in Palmerton, she was the daughter of the late Richard E and Jean L (Shupp) Kosman and the wife of Emmanuel “Manny” Kokolis for 38 years. As a survivor of a stroke in her late teens, Donna, a member of the National Honors Society at Palmerton High School, rehabilitated to eventually work as an

John Kiniropoulos, 75 of Palmer Twp. passed away at home on May 4, 2021. Husband of Helen (Fouflias) Kiniropoulos, they were married 52 years on February 23rd.John was born in Thessaloniki, Greece on December 3, 1945, he was the only child of the late Stefano and Sofia (Mouhtsi) Kiniropoulos. He served in the Greek Navy. He began his work career as an electrician that repaired elevators for Siemens Company. He was the owner of Johnny’s Gyro on Easton Avenue for over 31 years.

Michael E. Cuvo, 56 of Easton, lost his battle against underlying medical conditions on May 3, 2021. He was the son of the late Richard R. and Mary (Hamerstone) Cuvo, Sr. He had been employed by the Hub Cap store in Easton for over 20 years. He is survived by his siblings, Richard Jr. (Diane), Charles (Chris), Tina (Edward), John (Amanda), his fiancé Alicia Flagler and many nieces and nephews. At Michael’s request there will be no service,

Alberto Cortez, 44 of Allentown passed away at home on April 24, 2021. Alberto was born in Brooklyn, NY on August 26, 1976, son of Angel and Jenny (Miranda ) Manjarrez. Survivors: Mother Jenny, son Aliyus Cortez, his mother Shantia Perez, sisters Jessica Manjarrez and Rosa Pellot-Manjarrez, brothers Fernando Manjarrez and Angel H. Manjarrez, many nieces and nephews. Viewing & Service: Friday April 30, 2021, viewing from 2PM to 4PM followed by the service at 4PM all at the Sel

Rodger T. Braim, 77 of Bethlehem passed away on April 24, 2021 at St. Luke’s Hospital in Fountain Hill. Husband of Linda C. (Lerch) Braim. Rodger was born in Spring Creek, PA on June 8, 1943 son of the late William and Ella (Booth) Braim. Rodger was a mig welder for a tool manufacturing company. Survivors: Wife Linda, son Bryan T. Braim, husband of Rachel, sister Sherry Beiry, grandchildren Caleb, Grace and Sara, sister Ardyth Sell and step brother Joseph Kraig. Predeceased b

Emily E. Leiby, 97, passed away after a short illness on April 18, 2021. Longtime resident of Westminster Woods, she last resided at the Oaks. Born on March 14, 1924 in Allentown, PA, daughter of the late Morris and Ruth (Wolf) Snyder. Emily was married to Paul A. Leiby on April 28, 1946 at St. Matthew’s Parsonage in Allentown PA. Paul passed away in 2010 after 64 years of marriage. Emily is survived by two daughters; Linda Leiby Grant and husband Matthew of Camp Verde, Arizo

Mary K. Zevas, 79 of Bethlehem passed away peacefully at Whitehall Manor on Sunday April 18, 2021. Mary was born in Bethlehem on September 3, 1941 daughter of the late William and Anna (Karsos) Zevas. Among her belongings her family found a self-written obituary as follows: “Mary spent the greater part of her working career in education. She had a B.S. in Education from Bloomsburg University and a Master’s from East Stroudsburg. She also earned her real estate license whil

Elizabeth D. Groh, 95 of Allentown passed away at the Phoebe Home in Allentown on April 17, 2021. She was the wife of the late Warren W. Groh who passed in 1991. Elizabeth was born in Fullerton on November 20, 1925 daughter of the late David and Eva (Millham) Koch. She was a sewer at the former Atkins Shirt Factory in Allentown retiring after 30 years. The family wishes to thank the staff of the Phoebe Home for the care and compassion shown to Elizabeth while in their care. S

Angelos Zervos, 85 of Freemansburg, passed away on April 15, 2021 at St. Luke’s Hospital in Fountain Hill. Angelos was born on February 15, 1936 in Megara, Greece son of the late George and Maria (Doulatzis) Zervos Survivors: Sons Peter G. Zervos and Angelos Zervos, Jr., brother Theodore Zervos, sisters Martha Giasemia, Vivi Georgiou, Theodosioa and Augusta, grandchildren Cymoril, Brandon and Samantha. Service: Friday April 23, 2021 at 10:30AM in the Herron Funeral Home 458 C

Florence B. “Flo” Martin, 83 of Bethlehem passed away on April 14, 2021 under Hospice Care at Lehigh Valley Hospital-Muhlenberg. Flo was the wife of the late Robert Martin for 36 years until he passed on March 20, 1997. Flo was born in Bethlehem on July 8, 1937 and was one of ten children born to the late Roland and Barbara (Schalder) Sterner. Flo was a dedicated and proud mother who always found time to place her family first. Flo was a loyal and trusted friend and was thou

Edwin Rodriguez Jr, born August 21, 1978, passed away from a heart attack on April 13, 2021 surrounded by his loved ones. He was a kind hearted man who was always making others smile. He leaves behind his four children, Tatiana, Malik, Jovani and Shaylyn; his girlfriend Shanna; his parents Edwing and Marylnn; along with his siblings Samantha, Natasha, Franchesca and Jeremiaha. He had a passion for riding his motorcycle, and traveling. He also loved spending time with his fami

Matthew Allen Kromer, 38 of Lehighton passed away at home on April 12, 2021. Matthew was born in Allentown on January 22, 1983 son of Brian Kromer and Darlene (Mindler) Graton. He was a welder for Effort Foundry in Bath. Survivors: His Parent’s Brian Kromer husband of Stacey of Phoenix, AZ and Darlene Graton wife of Dave of Pittsburgh, brother Charles N. Kromer husband of Samantha Babb-Kromer, significant-other Gina M. Guerra of Lehighton, sons Kadyn Kromer and Silas Kromer o

Jerilyn F. “Jerry” (Koch) Buttillo, 78 of Salisbury Twp. passed away on April 10, 2021 at the Hospice House of St. Luke’s in Bethlehem. Jerry was the wife of Anthony Buttillo, Jr. for 51 years until he passed on January 13, 2014. Jerry was born in Lehighton on January 10, 1943, daughter of the late Earl and Pauline (Hoffman) Koch. Jerry graduated from Liberty High School in 1960. She was a layout operator for Western Electric, then Lucent and finally Agere where she retired

Paul Nelson McGee, 81 of Lansdale, formerly of Elkins, WV, passed away peacefully at Lansdale Abington Hospital after an extended illness on April 7, 2021. He was the husband of Alice Marie (Stankus) McGee of Elkins, WV, they were married 57 years on January 10th. Paul was born in Huttonsville, WV on June 3, 1939, son of the late Guss and Gladys (Simmons) McGee. He served in the US Army for 3 years, stationed in Ethiopia, Africa and served in the HQ US Army Middle East Signal