OBITUARIES

Dec 15, 2018

Joseph Svites Jr., 73 of Hellertown, passed away December 15, 2018 at St. Luke’s Hospice House. He was the husband of Marlyn (Bennett) Svites, they celebrated 50 years of marriage on January 6th. He was the son of the late Joseph Sr and Mary T. Svites of Hellertown. He is predeceased by his daughter Tina M. Svites and sister...

Dec 13, 2018

Gerald "Jerry" Brent Benner Sr. Passed away in his home on December 13, 2018 with his family by his side. He was born on March 5, 1943 in Sellersville to Esther Delp Hendricks Benner and the late Wilson Lewis Benner. Jerry was a United States Army Veteran who took pride in his 16 years of service. In his younger...

Dec 11, 2018

Janice Stevenson Bunn, 91, formerly of Bangor, PA entered into rest on December 11, 2018, with her loving family by her side. She was the daughter of the late Itasca (Hamilton) and Richard Ray Stevenson of Media, PA. Janice was predeceased by her loving husband, Kenneth B. Bunn Jr whom she met while they were attending Penn State University....

Dec 10, 2018

Michael P. Buddock, Jr., 75, of Center Valley, passed away on December 10, 2018. He was the beloved husband of Karen M. (Kauker) Buddock. They celebrated 21 years together in May. Born in Bethlehem, he was a son of the late Anna (Donchetz) Buddock. He was a machinest for Moore Business Forms for 31 years. He was of the...

Dec 8, 2018

Norma Marshall, 75, of Pennsburg, passed away peacefully in Jefferson Hospital on December 8, 2018. She was the beloved wife of Alexander Marshall. They celebrated 54 years of marriage in June. Born in Philadelphia, she was a daughter of the late Edward L. and Harriet J. (Nesbit) Black. She was an Executive Secretary and Administrative Assistant during her career,...

Dec 8, 2018

Dec 6, 2018

Frances C. Bittenbender, 72, of East Greenville, passed away December 6, 2018 in Pennsburg Manor. She was the widow of Dale O. Bittenbender. Born in Reading, she was the daughter of the late Albert & Madeline (Fritz) Buckner. Frances began her career as a cafeteria lady for the Upper Perkiomen School District for 12 years. She then worked for...

Dec 5, 2018

Grace M. (Toth) Horvath, 97, of Allentown, passed away December 5, 2018. She was the beloved wife of the late John L. Horvath. Born in Nazareth, PA, she was the daughter of the late Ignatz and Mary (Strinni) Toth. Grace worked at the former Bethlehem Steel Company during WWII, and was a member of the Hungarian Hall in Allentown,...

Dec 5, 2018

Dec 5, 2018

James Kash, 71, of Red Hill, a hard-working, kind hearted, gentle soul, died Wednesday, December 5, 2018, due to complications from cancer treatment. James Joseph Kash came into this world on August 10, 1947 in Philadelphia, to James and Dorothy Kash. He was a 1967 graduate of Cardinal Dougherty High School. Jim Kash was an electrician by trade, working...

Dec 2, 2018

Joseph A. Fino, 93 formerly of Red Hill, passed peacefully into the arms of our Lord on December 2, 2018. He was the husband of the late Dorita (Orlando) Fino. Born in Philadelphia, he was the son of the late Alfred and Rosaria (Carideo) Finocchio. He was a Navy Veteran of WWII, and awarded the Pacific Theater Ribbon, American...

Dec 2, 2018

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Nov 28, 2018

Robert G. Elsman, Jr., 73, formerly of Mendham, NJ passed away on November 28, 2018 at The Gardens for Memory Care in Easton, PA. Bob was a loving husband, devoted father and grandfather. He is survived by his wife of 47 years, Tracy; son, Michael and his wife Carolyn of Summit, NJ; daughter Amy Winkler, and her husband Andrew...

Nov 28, 2018

John L. Pavelco, 87, of Center Valley, died peacefully on November 28, 2018. He was the beloved husband of Regaldina (Aranjo) Pavelco. Born in Slatington, he was a son to the late Michael and Helen (Porbenski) Pavelco. John retired as supervisor from Mack Trucks. He was a member of Assumption of the Blessed Virgin Mary. Along with his wife,...

Nov 25, 2018

Joyce Eckert Metteer, age 91, passed away peacefully on November 25 surrounded by her family. Born on January 27, 1927 in Kelseyville, CA, she was the daughter of Marta (Hukkanen) Eckert and August Eckert. She was a first generation American as her parents immigrated from Finland and Germany. Joyce grew up in Kelseyville, Calistoga and Berkeley, graduating from Kelseyville...

Nov 25, 2018

Carol Ann Shafer, 68, of East Greenville, passed away peacefully on November 25, 2018. She was the beloved wife of James A. Shafer. Carol was a member of Palm Schwenkfelder Church. Along with her husband, Carol is survived by a son, Rob and his wife Amy of Pennsburg, and her beloved granddaughter Ashlee. In respect to her wishes, there...

Nov 24, 2018

Nov 24, 2018

On Saturday, Nov 24th, 2018, Karen L. Terzopolos, 66, passed away at her home in Palm. She was the former wife of Stanley G Terzopolos and most recently engaged to the late Paul W. Franzen Jr. Born in Johnstown, PA, she was a daughter of the late Robert and Evelyn (Yarnick) Guskey. Karen was a graduate of Pennsbury High...