Obituaries

Jennifer Ann Kuhns, 61, of Schnecksville, passed away on June 2, 2025 at Lehigh Valley Hospital, Allentown, surrounded by her loving family. Born on June 27, 1963, Jenny was the daughter of Betty L. (Folk) Brunner and the late Richard K. Brunner of Emmaus, and the wife of Wayne A. Kuhns, with whom she shared 39 years of marriage. Jenny attended Emmaus High School and Lehigh County Community College, graduating with a degree in Therapeutic Recreational Therapy. She worked fo

Thomas Collins “TC” Clements, 83 of Bethlehem passed away on June 1, 2025. He was the husband of Anne G. Clements for 56 years until her passing on July 24, 2021. TC was born in Bethlehem on December 15, 1941, son of the late Willis and Marge (Collins) Clements. He graduated from Bethlehem High School in 1959. He was a soccer player and a wrestler during high school. TC remained active as an officer of the reunion committee until it disbanded. TC went on to graduate from W

Carmen Lopez, 75 of Allentown passed away on May 31, 2025 at home surrounded by her family. She was the companion of Israel Plaza for over 30 years and the wife of the late Pedro Lopez. Carmen was born in Humacao, Puerto Rico on November 21, 1949 son of the late Carmelo Diaz and Cecelia Arroyo. She was a case worker for the City of New York for many years until she retired. Survivors: Daughters Maribel Lopez and Lizette Lopez (Robert Ciraolo), son Nelson Lopez (Christi), nep

Martin Rivera Ortega, 70 of Bethlehem passed away on May 30, 2025. Martin was born in Corozal, Puerto Rico on June 15, 1954, son of the late Pedro Rivera and Antonia Ortega. Survivors: Sisters Carmen Rivera, Irma Rivera and Maria Fontanez wife of Roberto; brothers Pastor River husband of Maria, Jesus Rivera husband of Sonia, Cruz Rivera husband of Rosa, Andres Rivera husband of Norma, Raymond Rivera, Hector Rivera husband of Carmen and Luis A. Rivera husband of Eladia; nie

John E. Drake, 84, passed away peacefully on May 23, 2025. He was born in Elmont, Long Island on March 11, 1941, son of the late Cyril and Ruth (Erler) Drake. He recently lived in Lebanon, PA and formerly in Morristown, NJ and Randolph, NJ. John lived a life marked by his faith in the Lord, loyalty, kindness and humility. He was always willing to lend a hand to family, friends and strangers and embodied a spirit of generosity that touched many lives. He attended Morristown H

Miguel M. Rivera, 39 of Bethlehem passed away on May 22, 2025 surrounded by his family at Lehigh Valley Hospital-Muhlenberg. Miguel was born in Fountain Hill on April 22, 1986 son of Michelle Garcia and Miguel Rivera. Miguel graduated from Freedon High School. He worked as an Environmental Services Group Leader at St. Luke’s Hospital in Fountain Hill. He was Christian. Miguel was an avid Pittsburgh Steelers Football Fan. Survivors: Mother Michelle, step-father Jose Ivan Pere

Jorge L. Ortiz, 63 of Bethlehem passed away on May 10, 2025 in Cedarbrook-Fountain Hill. Jorge was born in Coamo, Puerto Rico on September 20, 1961 son of the late Miguel Angel and Dalila Ortiz. He was a member of Church of The Living Well in Bethlehem, PA. He loved music and dancing. Survivors: Sisters Norma Ortiz (Jose), Elsa Ortiz, Hilda Cruz, Carmen Cruz; brothers Jose Rafael Ortiz, Jose M. Ortiz, Humberto Ortiz and Miguel Ortiz; also survived by many nieces, nephews aun

Jorge Luis Romero, 72 of Bethlehem passed away on May 8, 2025 in St. Luke’s Hospital in Bethlehem. He was the companion of Martha Sosa for over 30 years. Jorge was born in Ponce, Puerto Rico on June 17, 1952 son of the late Luis Romero and Rosa Maria Aponte. He served in the United States Army. He retired as a Supervisor for Proceed, Inc and was an Outreach Counselor for Hyacinth AIDS Foundation. Survivors: His companion Martha Sosa, son George Luis Romero, sisters Ada Troch

Lawrence Daniel Sheridan, 93, of Hanover Township (Northampton County), died peacefully on Friday, April 25, 2025.  Born in Bethlehem, Larry was the son of the late William “Billy” Sheridan, the legendary Lehigh University wrestling coach, and the late Emily Farrell Sheridan.  He was predeceased by his wife of 58 years, Ellen Scanlan Sheridan, in 2015; and his siblings, Margie, William, Daniel, Lucille, Irene, Mary, and Teddy.   Larry graduated from Liberty High School in 194

John  Jeffery Joseph  “JJ”  Wagner, 80 of Northampton passed away on April 25, 2025 at Lehigh Valley Hospital-Cedar Crest.  He was the husband of Angela A. (Miller) Wagner, they were married 59 years on February 12th. John was born in Bronx, New York son of the late Kenneth R. and Loretta (McCrodden) Wagner, Sr. He served  two overseas tours  during the Vietnam War in the US Army.  He was a career military  man serving as a Unit Supply Specialist  retiring after 20 years.  Jo

Ronald M. Spisszak 76 of Allentown passed away on March 30, 2025.  He was the husband of the late Suzanne Spisszak. Ronald was born in Allentown son of the late Henry and Katherine (Scherba) Spisszak. He served in the Us Army during the Vietnam War. He was a diesel mechanic, repaired bowling lanes for CJ Wagner Bowling Supplies  and later worked at Edible Arrangements. Survivors:  Son Andrew M. Spisszak, daughters Amy L. Spisszak and Abby C. Spisszak,  grandchildren Tyra, Cas

Shirley A. Scheidler, 88, of Allentown, passed away peacefully on March 29, 2025, in her home surrounded by the love of her family.  She was the wife of the late Richard Scheidler who passed in 2018. Born in Allentown, she was the daughter of the late George and Althea (Kauffman) Attrill.  Her family was the passion of her life, and her many friends and activities in tennis, bowling and golf along with her work in the club house were key to the happiness and joy she shared wi

Our beloved mother, Concepcion Saldana “Connie“ passed away peacefully on March 25, 2025, at the age of 80, surrounded by her family. She was preceded in death by her husband, the late Victor M. Acevedo Jr. She was born into a family of 10 brothers and sisters in Utuado, Puerto Rico, but lived most of her adult life in New Jersey and then Pennsylvania. She is the daughter of the late Juan and Maria (Perez) Saldana.Connie was a licensed practical nurse who worked for many year

Sandor Mery, 89, of Allentown, passed away at Rittenhouse Village in Allentown on Monday March 24, 2025. Sandor was born in Kecskemét, Hungary in 1935, son of the late Geza and Erzsebet (Nagy) Mery. He immigrated to the United States in 1956, where he first lived in Philadelphia, and then Allentown, Pennsylvania. Sandor was a beloved father, uncle, and grandfather. He was a painter at the Phoebe Home in Allentown, retiring after many years.  He was a unique person who had a l

Vance J. Grozier, 64, of Allentown passed away on March 19, 2025. Vance was born in Allentown on March 13, 1961, son of the late Robert and Shirley (Henry) Grozier. He was a food salesman for Herr’s Potato Chips and Snyder’s Pretzels, and was a member of the Mid Atlantic Food Trade Organization. Vance was an avid Penn State football fan, enjoyed music, collected model trains, and enjoyed collecting and playing pinball machines. Survivors:   Daughter Connor M. Grozier, sons Ja

John S. Gougoutsamos, 81 of Wescosville passed away on March 16, 2025 at home surrounded by his family.  He was the loving husband of Aristea (Vasilopoulos) Gougoustamos.  They would have been married 55 years on August 2nd. John was born in Achelinada, Trikala, Greece on February 4, 1944, son of the late Stavros and Varvara (Guziotis) Gougoustamos.  After losing his father at the age of three, John grew to be a provider for his mother and brother.  John traveled to the Unite

Carlos Ruben Flores Vazquez, 67 of Bethlehem passed away on March 14, 2025 at his home surrounded by his family.  Carlos was the husband of Lucia Roque Rivera. He was born in Caguas, Puerto Rico on January 30, 1958 son of the late Lazaro and Gladys (Vazquez) Flores. Survivors:   Wife Lucia, son Carlos Ruben Flores Roque, daughters Carla Michelle Flores Roque and Julianie Flores Roque; four grandchildren Miguel, Ilianexis, Elianith and Kamila, three great-grandchildren Kendric

Terry Corbett Schall 71 of Bethlehem Township PA passed away on March 10, 2025 At St.Luke’s Anderson Campus. Born in Easton on June 17th 1953 to the late Arthur & Anna Schall. Terry Graduated from Easton High School in 1971 and went off to Serve his country in the US Navy and was deployed to the Vietnam war. Terry Leaves Behind a loving family that he adored to the core. Left to remember his legacy is his Loving Wife of 35 years Christine Schall of Bethlehem Township PA,Lovin

Arlyn L. Follweiler, 92 of Allentown passed away on March 6, 2025 at St. Luke’s Hospital in Allentown.  He was the husband of Doris T. (Paine) Follweiler, they were married 60 years on November 7th. Arlyn was born in  Orefield son of the late  Earl and Eva Mae (Rau) Follweiler. Arlyn graduated from William Allen High School in 1950. He  was a quarterback for the football team and was a drummer in the band.  He was awarded  J. Birney Crum full academic scholarship which he dec

Fred Filipak, 71, of Passaic, NJ, passed away peacefully at his home in Lower Macungie, PA, on March 4, 2025. Born to Bruno Filipak and Josephine Mazur, Fred was raised in Elmwood Park, NJ, where he made lifelong friends and played football for Elmwood Park Memorial High School. Fred dedicated much of his career to GOW-MAC Instrument Company, where his hard work and dedication were evident to all who knew him. For 21 years, Fred shared his life with his beloved wife, Joan Rit