Obituaries

Maria S. Luciano, 68 of Allentown passed away on April 6, 2021 at St. Luke’s Hospital in Allentown. Maria was the wife of Edwin Luciano, they were married 48 years on March 31st. Maria was born in San Francisco, CA on August 9, 1952 daughter of John and Rita (Suranofsky) Sedonic. She was a teacher in various Daycare Facilities for many years. Survivors: Her husband Edwin, daughters Solana Luciano (Katon Williams) and Angelik Luciano, sisters Stephanie, Annie and Barbara, 7

Madeline “Maddie” Nemesch, 89 of Allentown passed away at home on July 5, 2021 surrounded by her loving family. She was the beloved wife of Joseph J. Nemesch for 68 years. She was the daughter of the late Harvey and Evelyn (Rabenold) Woolley of Bethlehem. She was a legal secretary and owner of Maddie’s Antiques and Collectables which she and her husband managed. Maddie was of the Lutheran faith. Survivors: Husband Joseph, son Joseph Nemesch II husband of Dorothy of Allent

Carmen D. Vargas, 86 of Allentown passed away on July 4, 2021. She was the wife of the late Gonzalo Vargas. Carmen was born in Rio Grande, Puerto Rico on September 19, 1934, daughter of the late Flor and Luisa (Carrillo) Marquez. Survivors: Son Gonzalo Vargas, Jr., daughters Nereida Gerardiello (Kenneth) and Madeline Santiago (Emmanuel); sisters Inocensia, Felicita and Luisa; 5 grandchildren and 6 great-grandchildren. Predeceased by a son Jim Vargas, brothers Angelo and Eli

John J. Garcia, 84 of Freemansburg, passed away on April 4, 2021 at home surrounded by his loving family. John was the husband of Elizabeth (Loncaric) Garcia, they would have been married 59 years on July 7. John was born in Center Valley on July 12, 1936, son of the late Jesus and Helen (Phillip) Garcia. After graduating Bethlehem High School in 1955, John worked at Bethlehem Steel, was honorably discharged from the U.S. Army, and was the proprietor of Garcia’s Atlantic Serv

Mary Keramas, 94 of Bethlehem passed away on March 30, 2021 at Lehigh Valley Hospital-Muhlenberg surrounded by her family. Mary was born in Livadia, Andros, Greece on January 6, 1927, daughter of the late Savas and Adronike (Anisi) Kallivrousis. She was a member of St. Nicholas Greek Orthodox Cathedral in Bethlehem and member of the Ladies Philoptochos. Survivors: Her daughters Antronike Keramas of Bethlehem and Georgia Keramas of Fountain Hill, son Nicholas Keramas husband o

Paraskevi Zoumas, 90 of Bethlehem, passed away on March 29, 2021 surrounded by her family. She was the wife of James Zoumas for 56 years until he passed on December 29, 2015. Paraskevi was born in Kambia, Chios, Greece on April 20, 1930 daughter of the late Konstantine and Kalliopi (Zoumas) Mihalios. She worked at North Bergen Catering and Luncheonette which was owned by her husband James. Earlier she was a Nurse Practitioner and Midwife in Greece. Paraskevi was a faithful

Dennis L. Yeakel, 77 of Bethlehem passed away on March 25, 2021 at Kirkland Village of Bethlehem. Dennis married the love of his life Lois (Carter) Yeakel in 1967, they would have been married 54 years on August 12th. Dennis was born in Center Valley on March 6, 1944 the third oldest son of the late Luke Z. and Elva (Price) Yeakel. He was raised in Coopersburg and graduated from Southern Lehigh HS in 1962. He worked for US Gauge for a brief time and joined the US Navy with

Rita J. Sparrow, 83 of Allentown passed away on March 25, 2021. Rita was the wife of the late Alonzo Sparrow for 47 years until his passing on August 3, 2015. Rita was born in Rochester, NY on April 4, 1937, daughter of the late Henry and Josephine (Donadoni) Herzog. She was a Community Liaison for the Bethlehem Police Department for many years. Rita was a member of Redeemer Lutheran Church in Allentown. Survivors: Daughter Cynthia J. Beck wife of Thomas of Center Valley

Michael L. Kuenne of Forks Township peacefully passed away on March 25, 2021 at the Hospice House of St. Luke’s in Bethlehem at 83 years of age. He is survived by his wife of 53 years, Linda C. (Haasis) Kuenne, son Michael L. Kuenne, Jr. and wife Wesley; daughter Leigh Rusnak and husband Robert; daughter MaryBeth Lockard wife of Kenneth; and five grandchildren Brandon, Colin, Catherine, Tacie and Tripp. Mike was born in Jersey City, NJ on December 27, 1937; son of the late L

Luis Santiago, 80 of Bethlehem passed away on March 22, 2021 in St. Luke’s Fountain Hill. He was the husband of Lien (Tang) Santiago for over 25 years. Luis was born in Utuado, Puerto Rico on August 2, 1940 son of the late Marcial and Maria (Ramos) Santiago. He was a member of Holy Infancy Catholic Church in Bethlehem. Survivors: Wife Lien, son Miguel Rivas, daughters Lydia Baez and Irma Santiago, many brothers and sisters; 12 grandchildren and 12 great-grandchildren. Also

Joyce L. Nonnemaker, 92 of Allentown passed away on March 22, 2021. She was the wife of Howard Nonnemaker for 43 years until he passed on October 6, 1990.Joyce was born in Allentown on May 29, 1928 daughter of the late Rudolph H. And Esther S. (Morgan) Plessor. She was a trimmer for the former Miss Ruben Factory in Allentown. She was of the Lutheran faith. Survivors: Son Jeffrey M. Nonnemaker husband of Kathy of Emmaus, daughters Sharon E. Naugle wife of Terry of Orefield,

Betty McCandless James, 96 of Bethlehem passed away on March 19, 2021 at Holy Family Senior Living in Bethlehem. Betty was the wife of the late Fred James who passed on November 20, 2003. Betty was born in Bethlehem on November 3, 1924, daughter of the late Hilton T. and Mildred (Lynn) Stipp. Betty was a 1942 graduate of Liberty High School where she participated in the choral and theatrical activities. During her working years she served as secretary to the Superintendent

William Wrecsics, Jr., 64 of Northampton passed away at home on March 18, 2021. William was born in Quakertown on September 30, 1956 son of the late William and Geraldine (Heft) Wrecsics. Survivors: Son Michael W. Wrecsics of Bath, daughter Sherry Ratzman-Jones wife of Justin of Bath, brothers Joseph Wrecsics of Allentown and Gerald Wrecsics of East Freemansburg; 6 grandchildren Andrew Ratzman, Matthew Ratzman, Samantha Jones, Julie Wrecsics, Madison Wrecsics and Carley Wrecs

Kenneth C. Seibert, 83 of Allentown passed away peacefully at home on March 17, 2021. Husband of Marlene (Miller) Seibert for 47 years. Born in Allentown the youngest son of 10 children of the late Edward and Miriam (McClellan) Seibert. He graduated from William Allen High School in 1956. He served in the US Navy for 4 years during Korea and 4 years in the Marine Corp during the Vietnam War. He was a member of Grace UCC in Allentown, was an Elder Emeritus and member of t

Israel Lopez, 76 of Allentown passed away on March 13, 2021. Israel was born in Hatillo, Puerto Rico on October 1, 1944. He was the son of the late Santos and Maria (Lopez) Rivera. Survivors: His four sons Frank Lopez (Joanne), Eduardo Lopez (Sandra), Ricardo Lopez (Fiancé Wanda Roman) and Christian Lopez; three daughters Joanne Rivera (Omar Rivera), Jomaira Medina (Jose Medina) and Maria Velez Lopez, 10 grandchildren, former wife Mirtalina Velez Lopez, along with many brothe

Donald Barry Lipsky, 77, of Atlantic City, formerly of Allentown, passed away on March 10. Born in Wilkes-Barre, he was the son of the late Max and Hannah (Gutter) Lipsky. A graduate of Dieruff High School, Don owned and operated Don Lipsky Auto Sales on Allentown’s East Side for many years. Known for his integrity, compassion and unparalleled sense of humor, Don lived an incredibly rich life with his many friends and the most important people in his life: his family, includi

Luz Neyda Morales, 78 of Allentown passed away on March 9, 2021 at Lehigh Valley Hospital-Cedar Crest. Luz was the wife of Victor Morales they would have been married 63 years on December 22nd. Luz was born in Arecibo, Puerto Rico on December 30, 1942 daughter of the late Manuel and Maria (Valentin) Rios. She was the kitchen supervisor at The Good Shepherd Home retiring after 35 years. Luz was a faithful member of St. Francis of Assisi Parish in Allentown. Survivors: Husban

Constantine (Gus) Filipos, 86 of Bethlehem and Peaks Island, passed away on March 1, 2021. Gus was born March 23, 1934 in Bethlehem, PA to John and Mary (Bournias) Filipos. Gus was a graduate of Valley Forge Military Academy and Lehigh University class of 1956 with a degree in Business Administration. A United States Army Veteran who served in post-war Korea, he was employed by Bethlehem Steel Corporation for 27 years, ending his career as Supervisor of the Real Estate Di

Dylan James Clark, 23 of Allentown passed away on February 27, 2021. Dylan was born in Allentown on February 26, 1998 son of Ruth Patricia (Gombert) Clark and Edward Thomas Clark, Jr. Dylan graduated from Parkland High School in 2016. He was an outstanding Ice Hockey Player and member of the Ice Hockey Club at Parkland HS. He was a member of Christ Lutheran Church in Allentown. Dylan enjoyed fishing, watching race car and the Dallas Cowboys. He loved to eat out and enjo

Robert P. Black, 60 of Meadville, PA, passed away on February 23, 2021. Robert was born in Maracaibo, Venezuela on July 18, 1960 son of the late William A. and Phebe (Pierce) Black. He lived in several countries during his childhood, including Iran, Costa Rica, El Salvador, and Ecuador. He graduated with a bachelor’s degree from Kansas State University, and received his Master’s degree from Suffolk University in Boston. He was the Vice President of Finance for New York Life I