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Elaine I Howells, 92 of Allentown passed away on June 20, 2025 at Jewel Health Care and Rehabilitation Center in Allentown. She was the wife of the late David A. Howells, Sr. who passed in 1998. Elaine was born in Allentown on June 11, 1933, daughter of the late Wilmer and Mae (Laubach) Dech. In addition to being a seamstress, she was most known for being a dedicated wife and mother to four, as well as a grandmother and great-grandmother to many. Her life is marked by her fai

Rosalind A. McGinnis 68 of Easton passed away on June 20, 2025. Rosalind was born in Flemington, NJ on March 18, 1957 daughter of the late Stanley and Eleanor (Corrigan) McGinnis. She was a legal secretary at Foster Wheeler retiring after many years. Rosalind was a member of St. Jane Frances De Chantel Roman Catholic Church in Easton. She loved children and her cats. She is survived by cousins. Predeceased by a brother Sanford McGinnis. Service: private, funeral arrangement

Nelson David Baez, 22 of Allentown passed away on June 14, 2025 at Lehigh Valley Hospital-Cedar Crest. Nelson was born in Philadelphia on September 16, 2002son of Sheira Baez and Heriberto Morrabal. Survivors: Mother Sheira, father Heriberto, sisters Alisabelle Vazquez, Sherly Morrabal, Caryiliana Morrabal and Jerryalis Sanchez, brother Denzel Morrabal, niece Sheirelis and nephew Bryan. Viewing: Saturday June 21, 2025 from 10AM to 12 noon all at the Sell-Herron Funeral Home

Maryianne Schaffer, 81 of Walnutport passed away on June 10, 2025 at St. Luke’s Hospital in Allentown. Wife of Robert D. Schaffer, Sr. they were married 61 years on March 25th. Maryianne was born in Berlinsville, daughter of the late John and Shirley (Correll) Meyer. She worked at Jaindle’s, retiring after many years. Survivors: Husband Robert D. Schaffer, Sr., son Robert D. Schaffer, Jr., stepsister Sharon, nieces and nephews. Viewing & Service: Thursday June 19, 2025 vie

With profound sadness we announce that Mary J. Kovalchick Dendrinos, 55, wife of Spiro J. Dendrinos, died peacefully at her home in Hanover Township on Saturday, June 7,2025. With her typical style of grace and dignity, she fought a battle with aggressive cancer. Sadly, the cancer was just too hard to beat. Spiro and Mary were married on October 24, 2021. Mary was born in Bethlehem at St. Luke’s Hospital on June 4, 1970 to Andrew J. and Janet A. (Kucey) Kovalchick. She at

Nina S. Ware, 78 of Bethlehem passed away on June 5, 2025 surrounded by her family at the Hospice House of St. Luke’s in Bethlehem. She was the widow of the late Alan C. Ware. Nina was born in Chester, PA on May 19, 1947, daughter of the late M. John and Katherine C. (Chiadis) Skidas. She graduated from Liberty high School in 1965 and from Moravian College in 1969 with a Bachelor of Arts, Major in English with a Minor in French. She taught high school English and Spanish in

Richard W. Deppen, 76 of Allentown passed away on June 3, 2025 at Lehigh Valley Hospital-Muhlenberg. He was the husband of Loretta J. (Burley) Deppen, they would have been married 38 years on July 25th. Richard was born in Allentown on December 18, 1948, son of the late Donald P. and Ruth N. (Balmer) Deppen. He was an electrician who worked for Bell Labs, Agere and retired from Lucent Technologies. He served in the US Army during the Vietnam War. He was a member of the Wheels

Larry Paul Miller passed away on June 3, 2025 at home with his loving family. He was the beloved husband of Diane (Dziedzic) Miller for 44 years. Larry was a machinist at Penn Engineering retiring after 34 years. He graduated from Williamson Trade School where he played basketball and scored 1,001 points in his three-year career. Larry was inducted into the Tri-County Baseball League Hall of fame in 1998. He had a solid 19-year career in Tri-County Baseball. Larry’s favorit

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