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Louise P.  Chiaparas, 98 of Allentown, passed away on May 29, 2024.  She was married to  Spiro Chiaparas for 49 years until his passing on December 25, 2000. Louise, the daughter of the late Demeter and Androniki (Paraskeva) Savopoulos, was born in Bethlehem on February 13, 1926. Louise graduated from Liberty High School in 1943.   She attended Moravian and, later, Muhlenberg Colleges. Louise, after college,  worked in the Corporate Offices at Bethlehem Steel.  She married Sp

Lilly Ann Gonzalez, 63 of Allentown passed away on May 29, 2024. She was the wife of Jose A. Gonzalez, they were married 9 years on May 23rd. Lilly was born in Brooklyn, NY on December 11, 1960 daughter of the late Ricardo and Edith (Cintron) Soto. She was a school bus driver for First Student. Survivors: Husband Jose A. Gonzalez, son Gregory Soto, grandchildren Anthony Soto, Angelina, Ivan Gonzalez and Vivian Gonzalez, stepson Jose A. Gonzalez, III; brother Richie Soto

Victor Morales, Sr., 86 of Allentown passed away on May 23, 2024 at Cedar Crest Post Acute Care in Allentown. Victor was the husband of the Luz (Neyda) for 63 years until her passing on March 9, 2021. Victor was born in Arecibo, Puerto Rico on February 19, 1938 son of the late Vincent and Carmen (Lopez) Morales. He was a machine operator at Ross Bicycle, Ingersoll Rand and retired from the Good Shepherd Home after 20 years. Victor was a faithful member of St. Francis of

Cornelia Faga Miller, 96 of Hanover Twp. (formally from Fountain Hill) died on May 16, 2024 at her home. She was the wife of Paul E. G. Miller for 65 years until his passing on March 25, 2016. Cornelia was born in Bethlehem on January 23, 1928, daughter of the late Ralph C. and Corinne (Duncan) Faga. Cornelia graduated from Liberty H. S. ’45 and Moravian College (2yr. secretarial coarse) ’47. Worked at Eastern Light for 4 years and Western Electric for 5 years. After raising

Carmelo “Papo” Ramos Marrero, 81 of Emmaus passed away on May 10, 2024 at home surrounded by his family. He was the husband of Yolanda Rosado, they were together for over 43 years. Carmelo was born in Corozal, Puerto Rico on July 16, 1942 son of the late Andres Ramos and Juanita Marrero. He was a welder. Survivors: Wife Yolanda Ramos, children William Vega (Carmen), Andy Vega (Yolanda) , Tashena Salcedo (Jonathan), Milagros Vega (Farid), Carmelo Ramos, Arlyne Ramos, Angel Ra

Marie E. Barlok, 92 of Bethlehem passed away on May 10, 2024 at home surrounded by her family. She was the wife of Augustine P. Barlok until his passing on May 9, 2006. Marie was born in Allentown, daughter of the late Claudine Williams. Her passion was taking care of her home and family. Survivors: Son Glenn W. Barlok, daughters Sara Mayers, Donna Taddeo and Kim Barlok; four grandchildren Jason (Stephanie), Chad, Timmy (Krysta) and Michael; six great-grandchildren Cailie (T

Frederic George Dunlap, 90 of Bethlehem passed away on May 7, 2024 at Country Meadows surrounded by his family. He was the husband of Louise Mary (Kimminour) Dunlap, they would have been married 68 years on June 23rd. Frederic was born in Allentown on December 3, 1933, son of the late George Henry and Helen (Krill) Dunlap. He graduated from Lehigh University in 1956 and served in the US Army. Frederic worked at the Bethlehem Steel Company as a purchasing agent and buyer, reti

Grace M. Frantz, 101 of Northampton passed away on April 30, 2024. She was the wife of the late Arjay Frantz, Sr. who passed in 1991. Grace was born in Lynnport of September 12, 1922 daughter of the late Charles and Amanda (Gerdie) Phillips. Survivors: Sons Harley Frantz husband of Katherine of Northampton, PA and Richard Frantz husband of Patricia of Mount Arlington, NJ. 10 grandchildren, 17 great-grandchildren and 1 great-greatgrandchild. Predeceased by her son Arjay, Jr.

Lucy Rosario, 84 of Bethlehem passed away at home on April 22, 2024 surrounded by her loving family. Lucy was born in Ponce, Puerto Rico on October 31, 1939 daughter of Gregoria Rosario. Survivors: Daughters Nilza Fernandez and Ana Fernandez, 9 grandchildren and 15 great-grandchildren, sisters Nancy Colon and Jenny Colon. Viewing: Friday April 26, 2024 from 7PM to 9PM with a Prayer Service at 7:30PM all at the Herron Funeral Home 458 Center Street Bethlehem, PA 18018. Funer

Patria Vega, 96 of Southside Bethlehem, passed away at home surrounded by her family on April 19, 2024. Patria was born in Ponce, Puerto Rico, daughter of the late Felix Quiñones and Eulalia Serrano. She was a member of Holy Infancy RCC in Bethlehem and volunteered for Holy Infancy school for over 20 years. Survivors: Daughters Evelyn Ortiz and Nancy Cortez, 8 grandchildren and many great-grandchildren. Predeceased by husband Jorge Vega and two sons Raul Cabrera and Felix C

Doris B. Purdy passed away peacefully with her loving family by her side on April 19th, 2024. Born on August 20, 1934 in Springtown, NJ she was one of six children born to Clarence W. Pursell & Caroline Kaucher Pursell. Doris graduated from Phillipsburg High School class of 1952. She was a proud Stateliner, having formed long lasting friendships with her classmates and still attended all her High School reunions. She graduated from Empire beauty school & went on to have a sa

Anna Kritis, 93 of Fogelsville passed away on April 18, 2024 surrounded by her family. Anna was born in Brooklyn, NY on March 30, 1931 daughter of the late George and Mary (Neos) Kritis. She was raised in Allentown and a graduate of Allentown High School. She was a technician at Western Electric retiring after many years. Anna was a member of St. Nicholas Greek Orthodox Cathedral in Bethlehem. She had an angelic voice and sang in the church choir and Pan-Orthodox choir for

Gus Zannakis, 88 of Easton and Allentown Pa, passed away on April 15, 2024 surrounded by his family at St. Luke’s Hospital in Fountain Hill. He was the husband of Eleni (Kounoupis) Zannakis for 55 years until her passing in August of 2020. Gus was born in Andros, Greece on March 14, 1936, son of the late John and Maria (Manesis) Zannakis. He travelled back to Andros as often as he could and still has a lot of family and loved ones on the island. Some of his favorite things

Jose E. Saca-Abrego, 63, of Allentown, passed away on April 1, 2024, at St. Luke’s Hospital in Allentown. He was the husband of Patricia (Melgar) Saca; they had been married for 39 years on November 15th. Jose was born in El Salvador on January 21, 1961, the son of the late Jose Saca and Clara Victoria (Abrego) Saca. He taught middle school in El Salvador, owned Super Joses Grocery Store, and operated his own trucking business. He was studying to become a lawyer in El Salvado

Theodore Psitos passed away peacefully on March 31st, 2024, surrounded by his loving wife, children and grandchildren. Theodore “Teddy” was born in Greece in 1937 to George and Elenie. Following the untimely passing of his mother, his grandmother Katerina played a significant role in his upbringing. He later immigrated to the United States during his late teens, where he found success in the restaurant business working alongside his uncles Alex, Nick, and John. After marryin

Tacey Jean Funk, 88, of Bethlehem, PA went to be with her Saviour Jesus on March 28, 2024. She was the wife of the late Thomas O. Funk, Jr. Tacey was born in Wilmington, DE on June 19, 1935, daughter of the late Vernon T. and Mabel C. Young. Her family moved to Bethlehem in 1945, where her father and later her brothers owned Hess Pharmacy. She was a graduate of Moravian College and Northampton Community College. Tacey enjoyed being an Early Childhood Education teacher at

Roberto Rodriguez, 73 of Allentown passed away on March 27, 2024 at Cedar Crest Post-Acute Care in Allentown. Roberto was born in Ponce, Puerto Rico on August 17, 1950 son of the late Justino and Catalina Rodriguez. Survivors: Three brothers Domingo Rodriguez, Francisco Alvarado and Jesus Alvarado, four sisters Ana Alvarado, Norma I. Alvarado, Carmen E. Alvarado and Ermita Alvarado. He is also survived by many nieces and nephews. Viewing & Funeral Service: Monday April 1,

Priscilla G. Rosendale, 93 of Allentown passed away on March 26, 2024 Fellowship Community Manor. She was the wife of the late Robert M. Rosendale. Priscilla was born in Philadelphia on July 5, 1930 daughter of the late George and Priscilla (Ritscher) Gerlack. Priscilla graduated from Cedar Crest College in Allentown. David Domin, her caregiver and good friend would like to thank the staff at Fellowship Community for the care and compassion given to Priscilla during her time

Arthur R. Snyder, Sr, 91 of Bethlehem Twp passed away on March 19, 2024 at St. Luke’s Hospital-Anderson Campus in Easton. Arthur was born in Bath on November 8, 1932 son of the late Artie H. and Ada R. (Reiss) Snyder, Sr. He was a crane operator at the Bethlehem Steel Company for many years until retiring. He served in the US Army. Arthur was a former member of St. Thomas UCC in Bethlehem. Survivors: Son Arthur R. Snyder, Jr. of Bethlehem, daughters Linda Danubio wife of P

Shane Patrick Boyle, 44 , it is with deep sadness we announce the passing of Shane on March 18th, 2024, surrounded by his devoted wife and children after bravely battling cancer for nearly six years. Born in Plainfield, NJ, Shane grew up in Easton, PA, where he attended Notre Dame High School and Bethlehem VoTech. In his formative years, Shane enjoyed volunteering with the God’s Rainbow organization and expressed his creativity as a drummer for the band, Blueberry Oolong. His