Funeral Home Obituaries in Bethlehem, PA
Obituaries act as quiet reminders of the finite nature of our lives. Yet, for those who have recently experienced the death of a family member or friend, an obituary means so much more. It is a bittersweet reminder of all we've lost, but it can also help us to remember all we enjoyed while they were alive. If you have recently lost someone you love, we hope that you will accept our condolences.
Below is a listing of all of our local Bethlehem area obituaries and death notices. Both our current services and past services are available for friends and family to revisit and reflect on the memories of your loved one. Each of the local obituaries comes with an interactive online memorial. Within each memorial is the obituary/death notice of the deceased, a space to leave messages of condolence, a section to share photos and videos, a store to purchase funeral flowers and so much more.
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M. Jeffrey Scholl Allentown, PA
M. Jeffrey Scholl, 81, of Allentown, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, October 3, 2023 while in the care of Lehigh Valley Hospice, surrounded by his loving family. He was the loving husband of Judy (Ritter) Scholl with whom he shared over 56 years of marriage. Born in Hatfield, he was the son of the late Kathryn A. (Moyer) Scholl. Jeff was a graduate of Perkiomen Prep, class of 1961. He went on to earn his Bachelors degree from Kutztown University in elementary education. Jeff was an...
M. Jeffrey Scholl, 81, of Allentown, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, October 3, 2023 while in the care of Lehigh Valley Hospice, surrounded by his loving family. He was the loving husband of...
Ronald Searfoss Wescosville, PA
Ronald C. Searfoss, 76, of Wescosville, passed away suddenly on Wednesday, September 27, 2023. He was the treasured husband of Jean (Gavin) Searfoss with whom he shared over 41 amazing years of loving marriage. Born in Coaldale on July 25, 1947, he was an adored son of the late George R. Searfoss, and June K. (Weaver) Searfoss.
Above all he cherished his time spent with his family and being a phenomenal pappy.
He was a beloved youth sports coach and served as a...
Ronald C. Searfoss, 76, of Wescosville, passed away suddenly on Wednesday, September 27, 2023. He was the treasured husband of Jean (Gavin) Searfoss with whom he shared over 41 amazing...
Guillermina Rivera Bethlehem, PA
Guillermina Rivera, 80, of Bethlehem, passed away on Sunday, October 1, 2023. She was the widow of Angel A. Rivera. Born on April 11, 1943 in Barranquitas, Puerto Rico, she was a daughter of the late Igancio Capeles and Francisca Cruz. Guillermina was a loving and caring homemaker.
Survivors: Guillermina will be lovingly remembered by her daughters, Carmen Rivera, and Marisel Rivera; son, Noberto Rivera; grandchildren, Eddie Cruz, Jovanna Melendez, David Cruz, Noberto Rivera Jr.,...
Guillermina Rivera, 80, of Bethlehem, passed away on Sunday, October 1, 2023. She was the widow of Angel A. Rivera. Born on April 11, 1943 in Barranquitas, Puerto Rico, she was a daughter of the...
Dolores Fritz Emmaus, PA
Dolores A. Fritz, 71, of Emmaus died peacefully Sunday, October 1, 2023 at Phoebe Home, Allentown. She was the beloved wife of Darryl E. Fritz, Sr. with whom she celebrated 56 years of marriage on June 19, 2023. Born in Fountain Hill, she was the daughter of the late John and Mary (Furdonic) Handlovic. Dolores was a dedicated employee and cashier at Weis Market, Emmaus for 10 years before retiring in 2019. Previously, she was a manager in the clothing department at...
Dolores A. Fritz, 71, of Emmaus died peacefully Sunday, October 1, 2023 at Phoebe Home, Allentown. She was the beloved wife of Darryl E. Fritz, Sr. with whom she celebrated 56 years of...
John "Jack" Contakes Bethlehem, PA
John F. “Jack” Contakes, 93, of Bethlehem, passed away on Thursday, September 28, 2023 in the care of Moravian Village of Bethlehem. He was the widower of Anna Marie (Kolesnik) Contakes. Born in Detroit, MI on June 14, 1930 he was a son of the late Myron and Rose (Fresoli) Contakes.
Jack worked as a maintenance supervisor for the USPS for over 35 years before retiring in 1990. He honorably served his country in the US Navy. Jack was a parishioner of Sacred...
John F. “Jack” Contakes, 93, of Bethlehem, passed away on Thursday, September 28, 2023 in the care of Moravian Village of Bethlehem. He was the widower of Anna Marie (Kolesnik)...
Deirdre Sumpter Bethlehem, PA
Deirdre Kathleen Sumpter, 65, of Bethlehem, passed away peacefully on Saturday, September 30, 2023 in her home surrounded by her loving family. She was the beloved wife of Christopher Jones, with whom she shared over 26 years of loving marriage. Born in Germany, she was the daughter of the late Glenn Sumpter and Jacquelyn Ann Hewitt. A lifelong educator, Deirdre earned her Bachelor's degree from Bryn Mawr College and her Master's degree from Moravian College....
Deirdre Kathleen Sumpter, 65, of Bethlehem, passed away peacefully on Saturday, September 30, 2023 in her home surrounded by her loving family. She was the beloved wife of Christopher Jones,...
Joseph Bodor Bethlehem Twp., PA
Joseph Robert Bodor, 80, of Bethlehem Twp., passed away on Sunday, September 24, 2023 at his residence. He was the beloved husband of Ann Marie H. (Zawadzki) Bodor with whom he shared over 52 years of loving marriage. Born in Norristown on January 8, 1943 he was a son of the late Joseph and Rosetta (Doebling) Bodor.
Joe was a 1960 graduate of Notre Dame High School. He worked at Barney’s Steak Shop, and was a butcher at The Village Food Market, and A&P/SuperFresh...
Joseph Robert Bodor, 80, of Bethlehem Twp., passed away on Sunday, September 24, 2023 at his residence. He was the beloved husband of Ann Marie H. (Zawadzki) Bodor with whom he shared over...
Caroline Khin Latt (Khin Marlar Latt) Upper Nazareth Twp., PA
Caroline Khin Latt, 72, of Upper Nazareth Twp., passed away on Saturday, September 23, 2023 at St. Lukes Hospice House with her family by her side. Born on October 2, 1950 in Yangon, Myanmar, she was the daughter of the late Mr. Ba Latt and Mrs. Khin Than Myint.
Caroline worked as the Diplomat for Ministry of Foreign Affairs for Burma for many years until she retired. She was a faithful member of Saccananda Dhamma Center, Bethlehem. She had a love for politics and gardening....
Caroline Khin Latt, 72, of Upper Nazareth Twp., passed away on Saturday, September 23, 2023 at St. Lukes Hospice House with her family by her side. Born on October 2, 1950 in Yangon,...
Anna Painton Bethlehem, PA
Anna M. Painton, 87, of Bethlehem died peacefully Wednesday, September 27, 2023 surrounded by her daughters in Lehigh Valley Hospital-Muhlenberg, Bethlehem. She was the widow of Frank W. Painton. Born in Center Valley, Anna was the daughter of the late Abraham and Margaret (Mumbaurer) Keeler. Anna was a stay at home Mom cooking and baking. You never left her home hungry or without leftovers to be enjoyed again. She enjoyed tending to her many flower gardens that...
Anna M. Painton, 87, of Bethlehem died peacefully Wednesday, September 27, 2023 surrounded by her daughters in Lehigh Valley Hospital-Muhlenberg, Bethlehem. She was the widow of Frank W....
Joseph Bondy Ft. Myers, FL
We regretfully announce the passing of Joseph E. Bondy of Ft Myers Fl, who died peacefully at home surrounded by family on September 12, 2023.
Joe will be forever loved and remembered, he was predeceased by Louis and Susanna Bondy his parents, Eleanor Paulus, Geza Bondy, Irma Tarsi, Louis Bondy and Margaret Groman his siblings. He is survived by his children Mary Jo Bondy, Joseph Bondy, and Linda Cheong married to Dr. David Cheong, and his beloved grandchildren Noah Cheong and...
We regretfully announce the passing of Joseph E. Bondy of Ft Myers Fl, who died peacefully at home surrounded by family on September 12, 2023.
Joe will be forever loved and...
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