Thomas Joseph Galgon
Apr 23, 2022
Thomas was 77 yrs. old. He passed away at his home in Allentown. He was married to Connie (Diehl) Galgon for 56 yrs. Thomas was a 1962 graduate of Central Catholic High School. He was employed by Mack Trucks in Allentown and St Luke's Hospital in Allentown before retiring in 2006. After retirement he enjoyed spending time with his buddies...
Verna Eleanor Meckes
Apr 14, 2022
Sr Verna Meckes, age 97, passed away at Phoebe Home in Allentown, PA on April 14, 2022. She was born in Allentown, PA to Alvin & Hattie (Hefflefinger) Sell on July 10,1924. Verna graduated from Allen High School in 1942. On February 19,1949 she was united in marriage to Roy Meckes, they made their home in Laury's Station, PA. She...
John W Cunningham
Jan 24, 2022
John was 73 yrs. old. He passed away after a brief battle with cancer on January 24, 2022 in Lehigh Valley Hospital Cedar Crest, Salisbury Twp., PA. He was the son of the late William John and the late Margaret Ruth ((Francis)) Cunningham. He was predeceased by his stepfather, William E Nadig, Jr. John was married 49 yrs. to Madeline...
Judith C Heyward
Jan 4, 2022
Judith Cecelia Heyward was born April 30th 1946 at Margaret Hayes Hospital in Jersey City to the late Elizabeth and Theodore Green. She attended Central High-Newark and Plainfield High continuing her Education at Essex County Vocational Institute in Newark NJ. "Judy" whom many called her, had a zest for brightening the world and bringing joy to many as a renowned...
Nevin Lee Delong
Jan 3, 2022
Nevin Lee DeLong, 72, of Allentown, died from Covid January 3, 2022, in St. Luke's Hospital, Allentown, PA. He was the son of the late LeRoy Paul and the late Marian Evelyn (Moyer) DeLong. Nevin was to married Barbara Ann (Medwatz) DeLong. He was a two-time undefeated champion for Parkland football, track and field. He enjoyed Philly sports, watching football...
Sharon L. Kressler
Jan 1, 2022
Sharon L. Kressler, 59, of Allentown, passed away January 1, 2022 in St. Luke's Hospital, Bethlehem, PA. She was the daughter of Gail A. (Jacobs) Loder the late Joseph C. Loder. Sharon was a graduate of Allen High School in 1980, where she was a flag twirler in the band. Sharon also earned a certificate to teach dance. She looked...
Andrew Jenkins
Dec 25, 2021
Andrew G. Jenkins, 47, of Allentown, passed away Dec. 25, 2021 after a short bout with Covid19 despite being fully vaccinated. Born and raised in west Allentown, he was the son of Linda and George Jenkins. A 1992 graduate of William Allen High School, Andy excelled in football and wrestling. He was a District and Regional Champion at 171 lbs....
Joseph W. Galezniak
Dec 8, 2021
Joseph W. Galezniak, 72, of Allentown, passed away December 8, 2021 in Lehigh Valley Hospital Cedar Crest, Salisbury Twp., PA. He was the son of the late Walter and the late Catherine (Palkendo) Galezniak. He was married to Barbara (Reilly) Galezniak for 51 yrs. He enjoyed serving in the Air Force for 10 yrs. Joe was employed as a service...
Steven J. Kline
Nov 13, 2021
Steven, age 58 yrs. passed away peacefully in his hometown of Allentown, PA formerly of Emmaus. He was a hardworking man that was always on the go, finding new things to work on or build everyday. Steven even built his own house. He loved working in any type of construction. Steven was the life of the party, always making new...
Michael J Gillmeyer
Nov 8, 2021
Michael Joseph Gillmeyer, 65, of Allentown, passed away November 8, 2021 in Hospice at St Luke's, Bethlehem, PA. He was the son of the late Joseph Francis and the late Grace Laurette (Jackson) Gillmeyer. Survivors: Sisters; Maureen Gillmeyer of Allentown, Regina Boka of Allentown; Kathleen Lauchnor (Russ) of Allentown, Brothers; Joseph F. Gillmeyer Jr. of Allentown and John Gillmeyer of...
Anthony J Shuford
Oct 23, 2021
Anthony J Shuford, 53, of Allentown, his sun rose on Sept 27, 1968 and his sun set on Oct. 23, 2021 in Hospice House Of The VNA St Luke's, Bethlehem, PA. He was the son of Robert and the late Donna (Ahl) Shuford. He worked in the health field as a CNA for 30 yrs. and the past 11 yrs...
Sandra Lee Leiby
Oct 20, 2021
Sandra Lee Leiby, 83, of Palmerton,PA passed away October 20, 2021 in Phoebe Home Inc., Allentown, PA. She was the daughter of the late Clarence and the late Vickie Lee (Roth) Heckman. She was married to the late Richard R Leiby. She was a machine operator at MailWell Inc. Sandy enjoyed making crafts, baking, gardening, sewing, going to flea markets...
Kippy Henry
Oct 12, 2021
Kippy Reco Henry, 42, from South Whitehall Township, was tragically taken from this world on Tuesday, October 12, 2021. Kippy was born in the village of Bolans in Antigua. There, he spent his carefree youth in what he always described as "Paradise". He moved to the United States as a young adult, but returned home as often as practical as...
Geraldine Elizabeth Madeya
Sep 25, 2021
Geraldine Elizabeth Madeya, 88, of Allentown, passed away September 25, 2021 in Holy Family Manor in Bethlehem, PA. She was the daughter of the late William and the late Amelia (Hourt) Kocher. Gerry was a graduate of Allentown Central Catholic High School. She was married to the late Joseph Madeya. Gerry was a member of The Cathedral St Catherine of...
Miriam J Drauch
Aug 13, 2021
Miriam Joan (McDevitt) Drauch, 89, passed away on August 13 at home surrounded by her three children. Born in Philadelphia on May 16, 1932, she was the daughter of the late James and Margaret (Heim) McDevitt. Miriam moved to Allentown as a high school senior and graduated from Central Catholic High School. She met her late husband, Dr. Eugene W....
Susan Lynn Bachman
Jul 18, 2021
Susan passed away Sunday, July 18, 2021 in St Luke's Hospital. She was the daughter of the late Charlotte Meredith (Powers) Libcke and Ronald Burton Link. She loved butterflies. Susan always asked everyone how they were, and often mentioned her belief in God. She was of the Catholic religion. She was married to Richard William Bachman for 20 yrs. SURVIVORS:...
Adeline "Addie" Burt
Jul 17, 2021
Adeline "Addie" was 83 yrs. old when she passed away Saturday, July 17, 2021 in Lehigh Valley Hospital, Allentown, PA. She born in Mahanoy City, Schuylkill Co. to the late Albert and Susan (Buzzelli) Silveri. A 1956 graduate of Mahanoy City High School, she had a strong interest in musical theater, eventually performing with various community theaters and serving as...
Joan S Rabenold
Jun 4, 2021
A beautiful branch fell from our family tree when Allentown native, Joan S. Rabenold, died in the home of her loving son and caregiver, Mark, with whom she had lived for the past nine years. Her death occurred in the early morning hours of June 4th, less than one week prior to her 95th birthday. Joan was the middle of...
Eleanore Sorrentino
May 15, 2021
Eleanore D. Sorrentino, 97, of Allentown, died Saturday, May 15, 2021 in her home in Allentown, PA. She was the daughter of the late Michael and the late Eva (Mullerchek) Zekas. She was employed as a bookkeeper at the former A & P Market in Allentown for 30 yrs before retiring in 1982. Eleanore enjoyed working in ticket sales for...
Teresa Ann Hedrick
Apr 26, 2021
Teresa Ann Hedrick, of Allentown, was born on February 9th, 1930 to Italian immigrants, John and Catherine (Katona) Paulmeno. Growing up in the coal regions during the Depression as one of ten children, she developed thick skin, resourcefulness, and a strong work ethic she carried throughout her entire life. Teresa, known as "Terry" by her friends, was the epitome of...
