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James J. Mahr
James J. Mahr, 89 of Allentown passed away on May 6, 2026 at Rittenhouse Village Assisted Living. He was born in Allentown, son of the late Joseph and Emily (Hill) Mahr. James graduated from William Allen High School. Following graduation, he enlisted in the US Marines and served 3 years in the Military. He was an electrician for IBEW Local Union 375 retiring after 35 years. He was known for his love of card tricks, telling jokes, gambling and horse racing. He loved
May 61 min read
Panagiotis "Peter" Manesis
Panagiotis “Peter” Manesis, 74 of Breinigsville passed away on May 3, 2026 at Lehigh Valley Hospital-Cedar Crest. He was the husband of Maria (Bozakis) Manesis, they were48 years on March 4th. Peter was born in Andros, Greece on July 1, 1951 son of the late George and Margarita (Roussos) Manesis. He was a Chef retiring after many years. He was a member of St. Nicholas Greek Orthodox Cathedral in Bethlehem. Peter was a beloved husband and father, loved by everyone wh
May 31 min read
Donna L. Klaassen
Donna L. Klaassen, 61 of Allentown passed away on April 29, 2026 at St. Luke’s Hospital in Fountain Hill. She was the wife of Kenneth F. “Frank” Klaassen, they would have been married 41 years on May 18th. Donna was born in Allentown on May 11, 1964 daughter of the late Eugene and Violet (Thompson) Behler, Sr. She graduated from Allen High School in 1982, from St. Luke’s School of Nursing in 1993 and received her BSN from Cedar Crest College in 2010. Donna was a Registered
Apr 291 min read
Amelia G. "Amy" Giambilis
Amelia Gloria “Amy” Giambilis, 74 of Hudson, FL formerly of Carlisle, PA passed away on April 29, 2026 in Hudson Florida. She was the wife of the late Nicholas J. Giambilis for 48 years until his passing on July 6, 2019. Amy was born in Brooklyn, NY on July 16, 1951 daughter of the late Francis and Angelina (Cecere) Coletti. She is survived by her daughter Kelly Peretzman, her granddaughters Angela Giambilis (31), Amelia Ingraham (25), Alyssa Peretzman (17), Alayna Pe
Apr 291 min read
Janet E. Wesner
Janet E. Wesner, 78 of Bethlehem passed away at home on April 22, 2026 surrounded by her loving family. She was the wife of Dale K. Wesner, they would have been married 59 years on August 5th. Janet was born in Fountain Hill on January 10, 1948 daughter of the late Donald O. and Jane (Showers) Sandt. Janet graduated from Liberty High School in 1965 and attended Humbold Airline Academy in Minnesota where she trained as an airline ticket agent and reservation agent.
Apr 221 min read
Joanna Pappas
Joanna Pappas 1932-2026 Joanna [Spanos] Pappas born August 23, 1932 in Warren , Ohio passed away April 20, 2026 peacefully at home, with family by her side, in Naples Fl after a courageous battle with kidney disease . Joanna attended public schools in Warren Ohio and then graduated from Eastern All Girls High School in Baltimore Md when the family moved to Baltimore Md. Joanna met her future husband Richard Pappas in Bethleh
Apr 202 min read
Dr. Mary Becker
Dr. Mary Becker passed away on Saturday, April 18, 2026, in Bethlehem. Born in Bethlehem she was the daughter of the late Michael and Eleanor Demetrales. She was a member of St. Nicholas Greek Orthodox Cathedral and had been active in GOYA and the Daughters of Penelope. Dr. Mary Becker graduated from Moravian College and earned her PhD in Education from Lehigh University. She also did post graduate work at Harvard University. Dr. Mary Becker was employed as a Reading Supe
Apr 171 min read
Cordelia Eve Jenkins Miller
Cordelia Eve Jenkins Miller, passed away on April 17, 2026. Cordelia was born on November 26, 1948, at St. Luke’s Hospital in Fountain Hill, Pennsylvania, to Robert H. and Thelma Francis Jenkins. Raised and educated in Bethlehem, she graduated from Liberty High School in 1966, carrying with her the poise and determination that would define her life. She began her professional journey at Almart Department Store before continuing her work with the Community Action Committee of
Apr 172 min read
Doris J. Noe
Doris J. Noe, 101, from Lancaster formerly of Allentown passed away on April 17, 2026 at Trillium Place in Lancaster, PA. She was the wife of the late James Noe, William Sarkady and Robert Case Sr. Doris was born in Phillipsburg, NJ on February 1, 1925 daughter of the late Ralph D. and Marian E. (Klickner) Troxell. Doris is survived by her grandson Patrick Morgan and wife Cheryl and her children and grandchildren , daughter in law Lori Ann Walter and husband Mark; step-g
Apr 171 min read
Joseph Zadravecz
Joseph Zadravecz, 86, of Allentown passed away on April 14, 2026 at Lehigh Valley Hospital He was the husband of Nancy L. (Devlin) Zadravecz. They would have been married 62 years in August. Joseph was born in Hellertown on April 22, 1939, son of the late Joseph Zadravecz and Edna (Fritz) Stauffer. He served in the US Marine Corp for 6 years. After an honorable discharge, he was a professional truck driver for A&B Meats, Joseph Ciccone & Sons and Cemport Trucking before
Apr 141 min read
Nicholas S. Malitsis
Nicholas S. “Nikos” Malitsis, 50 of Bethlehem passed away on April 4, 2026 at St. Luke’s Hospital in Fountain Hill. Nicholas was born in the Bronx, NY on November 18, 1975 son of Dimitrios and Nikolina (Katechis) Malistsis. He was the owner of the Greek Meat Guy. He attended St. Nicholas Greek Orthodox Cathedral in Bethlehem. Nikos was an avid New York Mets fan and a well-known music DJ. “He was a devoted father to his children and a proud, loving grandfather who
Apr 42 min read
Ceferino Lao, Jr.
It is with deep sorrow and loving remembrance that we announce the passing of our beloved husband, father, uncle, grandfather, godfather, and friend, Ceferino Lao Jr, who departed this life on April 2 nd , 2026, at the age of 74. Born on July 12, 1951 in Manhattan, New York. Ceferino and his family later moved to the Bronx where he attended High School and assisted in raising his nieces. Ceferino (Jr as he was known to his family) lived a life filled with love, laughter and s
Apr 22 min read
Private Cremation Service Guide for Easton, PA Families
Choosing a private cremation service in Easton, PA, can bring a sense of calm and clarity during an emotional time, especially when families are looking for a more personal and unhurried way to say goodbye to someone they love. Contact us today at (610) 866-0671 to learn how Herron Funeral Homes & On-Site Crematory can guide you through each step with care, understanding, and attention to detail that helps ease difficult decisions. Many families appreciate how this approach
Mar 314 min read
Richard G. Achey
Richard G. Achey, 94 of Bethlehem passed away on March 23, 2026. He was the husband of Joan L. (Langan) Achey, they were married 72 years on September 11 th . Richard was born in Bethlehem on June 21, 1931 son of the late Emmerson and Anna (Fehnel) Achey. Richard graduated from Bethlehem Vo-Tech High School in 1951. He served in the US Navy for 4 years, on the USS Amphion R-13 during the Korean War. He worked at the Roll shop #2 for the Bethlehem steel Company retiring
Mar 231 min read
Christos Katrakazis
Christos Katrakazis, 73 from New York and Bethlehem passed away peacefully surrounded by his loving family at Lehigh Valley Hospital-Muhlenberg on March 17, 2026. He was the beloved husband of Despina (Mennis) Katrakazis, they would have been married 52 years on June 9 th . Christos was born in Chios, Greece on June 2, 1952, son of the late Antonios and Despina (Zannikos) Katrakazis. He owned the Sutton Plaza Coffee Shop in New York retiring after many years. Chris
Mar 171 min read
Harriet A. Breisch
Harriet A. Breisch, 86 of Allentown passed away at her home surrounded by her family on March 16, 2026. She was the wife of the late Lester F. Breisch who passed on November 24, 1992. Harriet was born in Allentown on September 28, 1939, daughter of the late John and Miriam (Yenser) Gillmen. She was the secretary to the superintendent of the Bethlehem Area School District for many years and later was a secretary at Merrill Lynch. She was member of St. Mark’s Church
Mar 161 min read
James R. Madara
James R. Madara, 97, Of Salisbury Township, Allentown, Pennsylvania, passed away at home on March 14, 2026. He was the husband of Susann D. (DeMartyn) Madara. They would have been married 43 years on May 20 th . James was born in Hanover, PA, on December 8, 1928, son of the late Russell P. And Kathryn E. (Shorb) Madara. James went to Middletown High School in Middletown, PA, at the top of his class. He was a state champion in track. James graduated from Lafayette College w
Mar 142 min read
Irini Fliakos
Irini Fliakos, 86, of Wescosville, passed away peacefully surrounded by her loving family at Lehigh Valley Hospice – 17th Street, Allentown, on March 12, 2026. Born March 20, 1939 in Filia Mytilini, Greece, Irini was the daughter of the late Gregory and Anna (Valavanis) Marmaros. She was the beloved wife of Ignatios Fliakos, with whom she shared almost 48 years of marriage. Irini worked as a seamstress for many years until her retirement. She was a devoted member of St. Nicho
Mar 121 min read
Kaila Newman
On the morning of March 10, 2026, Kaila Newman, 28, passed away in her home. Born in Staten Island, New York, on June 4, 1997, she was the daughter of Elizabeth Carregal and Lawrence Newman. Kaila lived in Bethlehem, Pennsylvania, with her grandparents, mother, and twin brother. Kaila was a tender soul who deeply loved her family and her pets. She was a deeply intelligent and gifted student who excelled in school and was beloved by her peers. Although the later years of her l
Mar 101 min read
Amalia G. Roufakis
Amalia G. Roufakis, 75, of Bethlehem, passed away peacefully surrounded by her loving family at St. Luke’s Hospital, Bethlehem Campus, on March 10, 2026. Born in Chios, Greece, on July 13, 1950, Daughter of the late Isidoros and Maria (Xenakis) Vergete. Amalia immigrated to the United States in 1963 with her Aunt and Uncle, Evangelos and Despina Roufakis. In 1968, she returned to Greece, where she married the love of her life, the late Pantelis “Peter” Roufakis. Together they
Mar 102 min read
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