Obituaries

Kelly A. Gardner, 58 of Bethlehem passed away on January 10, 2025 at St. Luke’s Hospital-Bethlehem. Kelly was born in Los Angeles, CA on July 17, 1966 daughter of the late Richard M. and Elizabeth (Beahm) Gardner. She was a customer service representative for The Express Times Newspaper. Kelly will lovingly be remembered, and missed by her sisters and their families. Survivors:   Sisters Anna Mojica and Tammi Mojica, cousin Melissa Gardner,  nieces and nephews AJ Fernandez, Q

With heavy hearts, we announce the peaceful passing of Margaret A. Dias, 95, of Bethlehem, who joined her eternal love, her husband Tony J. Dias, on January 6, 2025. After a long and fulfilling life, Margaret fell asleep with God, surrounded by her children and grandchildren in a room filled with love. Born on January 23, 1929, in Bethlehem, Margaret was one of 15 children of the late Frank and Mary (Szulics) Phillip. She was a devoted wife, beloved mother, cherished grandmot

Loretta Lee Fadale, 86 of Hellertown, our beloved mother, grandmother and friend to many, passed away peacefully at Phoebe Nursing Home in Richlandtown, PA on January 4, 2025. Loretta was born in Bethlehem on May 20, 1938 daughter of Elizabeth (Horvath) and Joseph Monek, Sr, immigrants who made their home in Bethlehem, PA. She grew up with her late brother Joseph Monek, Jr., whom she loved deeply. Loretta graduated from Liberty High School in 1956, where she was head majorett

Steven J. Germano, 71 of Pen Argyl passed away on January 4, 2025 in St. Luke’s Hospital in Bethlehem.  He was the husband of Denise L. (Vincent) German to whom he was married to for over 51 years. Steven was born in Alhambra, CA on March 21, 1953 son of the late Jack and Helen ( Mills) Germano. Steve Germano was a member of the Jehovah’s Witness congregation in forks Township in Easton Pennsylvania. He loved his children very much. He loved to preach to people about the Bibl

Paul Dendrinos, 98 of Bethlehem passed away on January 3, 2025 at Riverton Nursing and Rehabilation Center in Allentown.  He was the husband of  Maria (Drakatos) Dendrinos for 64 years until her passing on October 4, 2014. Paul was born in Ithaki, Greece on May 21, 1926 one of nine children born to the late Spiro John and Aspacia (Grivas) Dendrinos. Paul and Maria immigrated from Greece in 1955 and made Bethlehem their home for more than 69 years. He was a painter at the Beth

Anna Koutsoumbis, 61 of Bethlehem passed away on January 3, 2025 in St. Luke’s Hospital in Bethlehem.   She was the wife of Lambros S. Koutsoumbis, they would have been married 39 years on May 25th. Anna was born in Bethlehem on August 2, 1963, daughter of the late James and Filio (Athanasiou) Kondoleon. She was a member of St. Nicholas Greek Orthodox Cathedral in Bethlehem. Survivors:   Husband Lambros, children Kaliopi, Demitri, Leanna and Stelios, sister Marika Koutsouris

John A. Clark, Jr., 96 of Coplay, died on December 31, 2024. He was born on September 5, 1928 in Bedford, PA., a son of the late John A. Sr. and Goldie M. (Beegle) Clark. He was preceded in death by his wife, Jean in 2016. He is survived by daughters: Roxane Comyack, of Hillsborough, NJ, Tammy Giraldi (Nick) of Whitehouse Station, NJ, and a son Kenneth Clark, of Lehighton, PA; four grandchildren: Rachel Sullivan (Dean) of Salisbury, MD, Nicholas Giraldi (Celeste) of Manalapan

Jose A. de la Rosa, 63 of Northampton passed away on December 30, 2024. He was the husband of Adnery M. (Albino) de la Rosa, they would have been married 42 years on February 4th. Jose was born in Guaynabo, Puerto Rico on September 8, 1961, son of Carmen (Cruz-Claudio) Morales and the late Francisco de la Rosa. He was a self-employed courier. He was a faithful member of Our Lady Help of Christians Catholic Church in Allentown. Survivors: His wife Adnery, mother Carmen Mor

Efstathia Mihalopoulos, 80 of Northampton passed away on December 26, 2024 surrounded by her family at Lehigh Valley Hospital-Muhlenberg. She was the wife of George D. Mihalopoulos for 54 years until his passing on August 23, 2018. Efstathia was born in Tzaxa, Greece on February 12, 1944, daughter of the late Vasilios and Alexo (Lambropoulos) Hronis. Efstathia and her husband George owned several restaurants in the Lehigh Valley including Miller’s Diner in Northampton, Dock

Carl Kenneth Stolpe, a devoted family man, accomplished civil engineer, and dedicated community servant, passed away peacefully at home surrounded by family on December 22, 2024, at the age of 89. Born on March 21, 1935, in Newark, New Jersey, to Frederick and Earnestine Stolpe, Carl grew up in Springfield, NJ, where he graduated from high school in 1953. Shortly after, he answered the call to serve his country, joining the United States Air Force as a member of the 169th Air

Elena Pinzon de Cordoba, a beloved mother, mother in law, grandmother, great grandmother, aunt, and great aunt, went to be with the Lord on December 10, 2024. Elena was born on November 25,1934 in Barranquilla, Colombia. She was the daughter of Jorge Pinzon and Eusebia Coronado. Elena married Hernan Cordoba Morissi on December 20, 1953 in said city and country. Seven children was the fruit of their union: Jorge A. Cordoba Pinzon, Hernan Cordoba Pinzon, Magaly Ayub, Ana Paola

Frederick W. Brunner, 74 of Allentown passed away on December 9, 2024 at the Inpatient Hospice Unit at Lehigh Valley Hospital in Allentown. He was the husband of the late Julie I. (Geist) Brunner. Frederick was born in Allentown son of the late Carl D. and Margaret A. (Reinhart) Brunner. He served in the US Navy a s a Seabee during the Vietnam War. He was a Master Plumber for the City of Allentown from 1987 to 2006 when he retired. Previously he worked for Mack Truck from 19

Bogdan J. “Bob” Zuk, 61, of Easton passed away at his home on December 9, 2024. He was the husband of Malgorzata (Winiarczyk) Zuk, they were married 36 years on February 6th. Bob was born in Szczecinek, Poland on May 27, 1963, son of Jaroslawa (Pliszk) Zuk and the late Bazyli Zuk. He was a truck driver for NFI Trucking in Virginia. He was a member of St. Jane Frances De Chantel Catholic Church in Easton. He was an avid motorcycle rider, specifically a Harley man. He loved

Gloria V. Cervelllini, 79 of Nazareth passed away on December 8, 2024 at St. Luke’s Hospital Anderson Campus in Easton. She was the wife of Marino R. Cervellini for 56 years until his passing on February 2, 2021. Gloria was born in Bethlehem on November 1, 1945 daughter of the late Joaquim s. and Otilia (DaSilva) Valente. She was an Interior Designer. Survivors: Sisters Julieta V. Scavo and Till Marie Valente, beloved niece Terri and her children Ashley, Eric and Alexis,

Mafalda R. “Muffy” Csala, 98 of Bethlehem passed away on December 7, 2024 at the Miller Assisted Living Facility at Phoebe of Allentown. She received wonderful care there and was treated like family by the entire staff. She was the wife of the late Alex Csala for 61 years until his passing on June 7, 2008. Mafalda was born in Bethlehem on January 20, 1926 daughter of the late Marino and Josephine (Bastianelli) Rosati. Muffy was a waitress at Lehigh University for over 50 yea

Carol Anne Keene February 23, 1949- December 3rd, 2024 Originally from North Canton Ohio, Carol was a long-time resident in Easton PA. Carol was an outstanding artist in numerous artistic disciplines including tole painting, ceramics, woodworking, sewing, crocheting and anything else she touched with her amazing abilities. She was a Hoover High School graduate and attended Kent State University. She worked at: North Canton Library, GE Credit, Sears, Honey Baked Ham, Speedy Fo

Dalton A. Miller, 89 of Allentown passed away on December 3, 2024 surrounded by his family at Cedarbrook in Allentown. He was the husband of Patricia A. (Spaar) Miller, they were married 66 years on June 7th. Dalton was born in Wescosville on June 23, 1935 son of the late Malcom and Mildred (Litzenberger) Miller. He graduated from Allentown High school Class of 1953. He volunteered for the draft during the Korean War. He served in the US Army from 1954 to 1956 in Ansbach

Mary J. Beitler, 94 of Allentown passed away on November 25, 2024 at Gracedale Nursing Home. Mary was born in Allentown, PA  on August 19, 1930 daughter of the late Edward and Barbra (Boyle) Leibensperger. Survivors: Daughters June Hein (Tim), Robin Beitler, son Harvey Beitler (Barb),  grandson  Jerry Weigand (Michele) with whom she resided with prior to going to Gracedale; 9 grandchildren, 25 great-grandchildren and 7 great-great-grandchildren. Predeceased by a son Michael

Anna A. Vozikis, 88 of Bethlehem passed away at home on November 21, 2024. Anna was born in Athens, Greece on April 28, 1936, daughter of the late Theodore and Aspasia (Kousoulou) Vozikis. She was a dressmaker at Hess Department Store in Allentown for many years. She was a member of St. Nicholas Greek Orthodox Cathedral in Bethlehem. Survivors: Sister Maria Mamalikis of Athens, Greece and many nieces and nephews. Predeceased by her son Gregory Karis, and brothers John and

Rafael Hernandez, Jr., 52 of Fountain Hill passed away on November 10, 2024 at st. Luke’s Hospital in Fountain Hill. He was the life partner of Evelyn Cruz. Rafael was born in Fountain Hill on May 26, 1972 son of Aida (Ortiz) Hernandez and the late Rafael Hernandez. Survivors: His Mother Aida, daughter Nyleve Liriano wife of Stephanie, sons Rafael Hernandez, III and Anthony Hernandez, sister Arlene LaPorta wife of Jeffrey and life partner Evelyn Cruz, faithful dogs Bentley