Obituaries

Pedro “El Indio” Santiago Rivas, 69 of Bethlehem passed away on February 20, 2021 in Lehigh Valley Hospital-Cedar Crest. El Indio was born in Juana Dias, Puerto Rico on February 24, 2021, son of the late Victor and Maria (Rivas) Santiago Martinez. He was a member of Holy Infancy Catholic Church in Bethlehem. Survivors: Many brothers, sisters, nieces, nephews and cousins. Viewing and Service: Wednesday March 3, 2021, viewing 10AM to 11 AM followed by the Funeral Service at 11

Elizabeth F. “Betsy” Ross, 100 years of Allentown passed away on February 19, 2021 at Westminster Village in Allentown. Betsy was the wife of the late Paul G. Ross. Betsy was born in Bethlehem on October 12, 1920, daughter of the late Max Adams and Lucy May (Flores) Bush. She was Sales Associate at Sear & Roebuck retiring after many years. She was a member of the former St. Paul’s Lutheran Church in Allentown and Grace EC Church in Allentown where she sang in their choirs.

Danis M. Cruz, mother, beloved wife, and a great woman. Strong and elegant, a woman who stood her ground to fight for what was right, spoke against injustices and would not accept any less than your absolute best effort. Loving, caring, and giving everything she could to whomever needed it, she was the kind of woman who led by example. The same woman who would form a community wherever she settled, and who shed love to whomever she touched. She accepted the seasons of change

Richard J. Baransky, 74 of Allentown passed away peacefully at home surrounded by his family on February 17, 2021. He was the companion of Alice Crawford for over 38 years. Ricard was born in Scranton on March 20, 1946, son of the late Stanley and Julia (Zarumba) Baransky. He served in the US Army during the Vietnam War and received a Bronze Star. Richard graduated from Penn State who was a proud alumnus and had season tickets to their games. He was a Bridge Inspector for

Sharon A. Bertoldi, 66 of Broomall formerly of Allentown passed away on February 16, 2021 at Lehigh Valley Hospital-Cedar Crest. She was the wife of Edward E. Bertoldi, for over 40 years until his passing on March 26, 2014. Sharon was born in New York City, NY on December 19, 1954, daughter of the late James and Gloria (Frick) Galloway. She was a School Bus Driver for many years. Survivors: Sons James E. Bertoldi, husband of Michele of Broomall and John E. Bertoldi, husb

Martha Anne Jurgens, 71, of Bethlehem, PA passed away peacefully and surrounded by her loving family and valentines in her home Saturday, February 13th, 2021, after a long battle with glioblastoma. Martha was born November 5th. 1949 in Dallas, Texas and grew up in Massepequa, NY. She, her husband and 3 daughters moved to Pennsylvania in 1993 where she worked as the world’s best stay at home mom before venturing into the world of retail where she worked for many years at a sec

Joan B. Filipak, 67 of Emmaus passed away on February 12, 2021 at home surrounded by her family. Joan was the wife of Fred B. Filipak, they would have been married 21 years on June 10th. Joan was born in Allentown on November 27, 1957, daughter of the late LeRoy and Helen Morgenstern. She worked for Lehigh Urology and Lehigh Neurology in the medical records department for many years. Joan enjoyed horseback riding, watching the Dolphins swim in the ocean and spending time wit

Susan E. Del Polito, 73 of Bethlehem passed away on February 11, 2021 at St. Luke’s Hospital in Fountain Hill. She was the wife of the late Raphael Del Polito. Susan was born in Newark, NJ on October 15, 1947, daughter of the late Francis and Florence (Crowley) Lands. She was a CNA for the VNA of Eastern PA and also worked for the VNA Hospice of St. Luke’s. She was a member of Sacred Heart of Jesus RCC on Freemansburg Avenue in Bethlehem. Susan was a volunteer for the Salva

Rev. Brenda L. Diaz, 55 of Bethlehem passed away at her home surrounded by her family on February 9, 2021. Brenda was the wife of Hector O. Diaz, they would have been married 30 years on May 18th. Brenda was born in Ponce, Puerto Rico on September 17, 1965, daughter of Agustin and Norma (Rosario) Solivan. She was a Care Pastor for The Center of Lehigh Valley-TCLV( formerly known as El Shaddai Bethlehem Ministries). For 20 years Brenda was a Mental Health Case Manager for

Martin J. Tegyi, 73 of Bethlehem passed away on February 8, 2021 surrounded by his loving family at Lehigh Valley Hospital-Muhlenberg. Martin was the husband of Jane E. (Haas) Tegyi, they would have celebrated 50 years of marriage on September 25th. Martin was born in Allentown on March 2, 1947, son of the late John and Marie (Dybach) Tegyi. He was a forklift operator at Victaulic in Forks Township retiring after many years. He was an avid hunter and fisherman who loved spen

Robert Charles Roth passed away peacefully on February 8, 2021 at home in Haycock Township Bucks County. He was 57 years old. Bob was a self employed construction worker specializing in concrete work. Bob was a friend to many and always willing to lend a helping hand to those in need. Bob was a lover of nature. His plants and gardens were admired. He had a true green thumb and great knowledge of plants and animals. He will be sadly missed. Bob is survived by his fath

Timothy P. Brady, 68 of Allentown passed away on February 5, 2021 at St. Luke’s Hospital-Allentown Campus. Timothy was born in Allentown on February 26, 1952 son of the late Martin and Grace (Moyer) Brady. Timothy served in the US Air Force in Saigon as a Military Policeman during the Vietnam War. Timothy was a member of St. Paul’s Catholic Church in Allentown. Survivors: His brother Martin M. Brady husband of Linda of Catasauqua, nieces and nephews. Predeceased by a brother

Marino R. Cervellini, 77 of Lower Nazareth Twp. passed away on February 2, 2021 at St. Luke’s Hospital-Anderson Campus. Marino was the husband of Gloria (Valente) Cervellini, they were married 56 years last July 31st. Marino was born in Bethlehem on June 3, 1943, son of the late Marino J. and Madeline Mamie (Buttillo) Cervellini. In 1963 he began his career as a Barber with Cervellini’s Barber Shop. In 1971 he relocated to his current location on the corner of Main and Goepp

Dale A. Munjone, 74 of Palmer Township passed away on January 28, 2021 surrounded by his family at the University of Pennsylvania Hospital in Philadelphia. Dale was the husband of Paula H. (Onuschak) Munjone, they were married 49 years on November 13th. Dale was born in Allentown on December 28, 1946, son of the late Michael and Eleanore (Leiser) Munjone. He graduated from Dieruff High School in 1964. He later received his Associates Degree in Applied Science from Lehigh Cou

Mariana Gonzalez, 87 of Bethlehem passed away on January 24, 2021 at home surrounded by her family. She was the wife of the late Hector Montanez Ortiz. Mariana was born in Rio Piedras, Puerto Rico on July 25, 1933, daughter of Petra Ramos Bonilla. She was of the Catholic Faith. Survivors: Son Hector Ayala, daughters Maria Ayala, Sandra Ayala, Maritza Ayala, Milagros Vazquez and Sheila Reyes; brother Eddie Olivo, many grandchildren and great-grandchildren. Viewing & Service: T

Robert L. Knecht, Jr. of Allentown passed away on January 17, 2021 at the Hospice House of St. Luke’s in Bethlehem. Robert was born in Allentown son of the late Robert L. and Evelyn (Kuhn) Knecht, Sr. He worked in the Maintenance Department of Salisbury Township for many years. Survivors: Brother James Knecht of Allentown and former wife Elizabeth J. Morgan. Services: Private, funeral arrangements by the Sell-Herron Funeral Home in Allentown.

Judith A. Miller, 78 of Whitehall passed away on January 17, 2021. Judy was born in Allentown on February 2, 1942, daughter of the late Michael and Betty (Naegele) Kochenash. She was a reservationist at Amtrak, retiring after many years. Judy enjoyed spending time with her family and many dear friends going to the casino and summers at the beach. Survivors: Son Scott Miller, daughter Jane Woroniak, grandson Michael Miller of Whitehall, sisters Mary Green and Liz Nomie wife

Arcenio Green,64 of Allentown passed away on January 12, 2021 at home. Husband of the late Jovita Green. Arcenio was born in the Dominican Republic son of the late Jesus Acosta and Victoria Green. He was a member of Lehigh Valley Baptist Church and a well- known boxer in the Lehigh Valley. Survivors: Sons Jose Ivan Sabastro, Jose Raymond Sabastro and Jose Luis Sabastro husband of Deborah; daughter Nancy Sabastro, sisters Ruth, Nora and Austreverta, brothers Celestino, Edu

John H. Polon, III, 72 of Saylorsburg passed away on January 11, 2021 at Lehigh Valley Hospital-Pocono. He was the husband of the late Cheryl (Shipley) Polon for 40 years until her passing on September 25, 2020. John was born on April 1, 1948 in Plainfield, NJ, son of the late John H. and Olivia (Peterson) Polon. He served in the US Marine Corp during the Vietnam War. John enjoyed the outdoors and was an avid fisherman and hunter. Survivors: Two sons Michael Lawrence Polon,

Richard James Hatch, Jr., of Fountain Hill, PA, passed away on January 8, 2021, at the age of 59. Rick, the son of Donna and Bernie Ferris, Richard Hatch Sr and the Late Patricia Hatch was born on September 14, 1961, in Phillipsburg, NJ. He was a devoted, loving and adoring Dad, Pop, son, brother, boyfriend, uncle, and friend. During his younger days, he enjoyed working on cars, hunting, fishing, boating and family trips. Most important to Rick was his family. He was employe