Obituaries

Grace J. Werner

Grace J. Werner

Sep 8, 2026

Grace J. Werner, of Plainfield Twp., passed away peacefully surrounded by her loving family, on Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at her home. She was 80 years old. Grace was the wife of the late Jim Werner for 53 years before his passing in 2013. Born on January 15, 1946, in Nazareth, she was the daughter of the late William Rasley and...

Marianne E. Mosher

Marianne E. Mosher

Sep 7, 2026

Marianne E. Mosher, 83 of East Allen Township, passed away on Monday, September 7, 2026 at the Lehigh Valley Inpatient Hospice. She was the wife of the late Duane E. Mosher, with whom she shared 61 years of marriage prior to his passing in February of 2025.

Born in Bethlehem on October 25, 1942, Marianne was a daughter of the late...

Malinda S. Rodger

Malinda S. Rodger

Sep 5, 2026

Malinda S. Rodger, 57, of South Whitehall Twp., passed away unexpectedly on Saturday, September 5, 2026 at her residence. Born in Allentown, Malinda was a daughter of the late Donald and Karen Rodger (Rudolph).She devoted much of her working life to the field of Early Childhood Education, where she found fulfillment in caring for and helping shape the lives of...

Barry Lee Davis

Barry Lee Davis

Sep 1, 2026

Barry Lee Davis, of New Tripoli, passed away on Tuesday, September 1, 2026 at Cedarbrook Nursing Home in Allentown. He was 76 years old. Born on May 22, 1950, Barry was the son of the late Kermit and Helen (Talpas) Davis.

Barry was a graduate of Northampton Area High School. In his career he was a salesman in the wholesale beverage industry...

Carl L. Hess Jr.

Carl L. Hess Jr.

Aug 29, 2026

With heavy hearts, we announce the unexpected passing of Carl L. "Punk" Hess Jr., who left this world on Saturday, August 29, 2026, at the age of 64. He was the devoted husband of Bonnie L. (Rice) Hess, and were married for 48 1/2 years.Born on October 22, 1961, in Allentown, Carl was the son of the late Carl L....

Samuel R. Shindle Jr.

Samuel R. Shindle Jr.

Aug 29, 2026

Samuel R. Shindle, Jr., of Bushkill Twp., passed away peacefully surrounded by his loving family on Saturday, August 29, 2026, in his residence. He was 86 years old. Born on November 6, 1939, in Waynesboro, PA, Sam was the son of the late Samuel R., Sr. and Janet B. (Fisher) Shindle.

Sam served in the U.S. Army from 1962 to 1968....

Gary G. Diefenderfer

Gary G. Diefenderfer

Aug 24, 2026

On Monday evening, August 24, 2026, Gary G. Diefenderfer, 73, passed away peacefully while surrounded by his loving family at his home in Moore Township. He was the husband of the late Kerry M. (Barthold) Diefenderfer, to whom he was married for 43 years before her passing in 2020.

Born in Allentown, Gary was a son of Christine S. (Trach) Diefenderfer...

Freda Helen Lieberman

Freda Helen Lieberman

Aug 24, 2026

Freda Helen Lieberman, 102, passed away peacefully on Monday, August 24, 2026, at Gracedale Nursing Home - Upper Nazareth Twp. A centenarian blessed with a long and well-lived life, she was the beloved wife of the late Stanley J. Lieberman, with whom she shared 56 years of marriage before his passing in 2004. Born in Easton, Freda was a daughter...

Kimberly Ann Boucher

Kimberly Ann Boucher

Aug 22, 2026

Kimberly Ann Boucher, 50, of Lower Nazareth Twp., passed away unexpectedly on Saturday, August 22, 2026 at Lehigh Valley Hospital - Cedar Crest. She was the wife of Martin J. Boucher to whom she would have been married to for 28 years this September. Born in Easton, Kimberly was a daughter of Jacqueline Cressman (Mantell) of Lower Nazareth Twp. and...

Larry L. Heckman Sr.

Larry L. Heckman Sr.

Aug 20, 2026

Larry L. Heckman, Sr., 74, of Moore Township, passed away while surrounded by his loving family on Thursday, August 20, 2026, at Lehigh Valley Hospital - Muhlenberg Campus in Bethlehem. He and his wife, Arlene M. (Jones) Heckman, recently celebrated 44 years of marriage on June 19.A lifelong resident of Moore Township, Larry was born in Point Phillips and was...

Margaret E. Gutekunst

Margaret E. Gutekunst

Aug 20, 2026

It is with deep sorrow that we announce the passing of Margaret E. Gutekunst, of East Allen Twp., who passed away peacefully, on Thursday, August 20, 2026 at Sacred Heart Senior Living - Northampton.

Born on March 25, 1937 in Bath, Margaret is the daughter of the late Lewis and Rosina (Frisch) Fink. Margaret was a proud graduate of Northampton High...

James E.M. Cupples

James E.M. Cupples

Aug 18, 2026

Sadly we announce the passing of our father and grandfather, James E.M. Cupples. He was 84. James passed away peacefully while surrounded by his loving family on Tuesday, August 18, 2026, at Lehigh Valley Hospital - Muhlenberg Campus in Bethlehem. A resident of East Allen Township, he was the beloved husband of the late Louise A. (Glinsky) Cupples to whom...

Robert Lee Fedio

Robert Lee Fedio

Aug 18, 2026

Robert Lee Fedio, 65, of Klecknersville, passed away on Tuesday, August 18, 2026 at Lehigh Valley Hospital - Muhlenberg Campus in Bethlehem.Born in Easton, he was a son of the late John and Dorothy J. (Ernst) Fedio, and a 1979 graduate of Wilson High School. Known for his tremendous work ethic, Bob was a talented stone mason and, for more...

Shirley L. Buskirk

Shirley L. Buskirk

Aug 18, 2026

Shirley L. Buskirk, of Stockertown, passed peacefully on Tuesday, August 18, 2026 at Renaissance Senior Homes - Forks. She was 94 years old. She was the loving wife to Richard C. Buskirk, Sr. for 49 years before his passing in 1999Born on November 23, 1931 in Loganton, PA, she was the daughter of the late George H. and Minnie B (Mark)...

Michael Anthony Radogna

Michael Anthony Radogna

Aug 17, 2026

On Monday, August 17, 2026, Michael Anthony Radogna, aka MadDog, took his final solo ride on his beloved Harley through the Gates of Heaven into the arms of the Lord. Throughout his life, his solo rides brought him peace and solitude, melding into the sights, scents and sounds of Mother Nature. Mike will be remembered as a wild, fun loving...

Hailey Elizabeth Weil

Hailey Elizabeth Weil

Aug 17, 2026

Hailey Elizabeth Weil, an adored daughter, granddaughter, sister and aunt, who passed away unexpectedly on Monday, August 17, 2026. She was 21 years old and spent her life as a shining light to all who knew her and her infectious spirit touched the hearts of many.Born on October 27, 2004, in Bethlehem, Hailey was the daughter of Jennifer L. Guelich and her...

Linda M. Romig

Linda M. Romig

Aug 16, 2026

It is with great sadness that we announce the unexpected death of our mother, grandmother and great-grandmother, Linda M. Romig, 71, of Bangor. Linda passed away peacefully on Sunday, August 16, 2026, at Lehigh Valley Hospital - Muhlenberg Campus in Bethlehem, while surrounded by her loving family. She was 71.Born in East Stroudsburg, Linda was a daughter of the late...

Bonnie L. Welty

Bonnie L. Welty

Aug 16, 2026

It is with deep sadness that we announce the passing of Bonnie L. (Fritz) Welty, of Walnutport, who passed away peacefully at Kirkland Village - Bethlehem on August 16, 2026. She was the loving wife to Dennis L. Welty, Sr., in which they shared 58 incredible years together.Born on June 28, 1950, Bonnie was the daughter to the late June M....

Judith F. Creighton

Judith F. Creighton

Aug 14, 2026

Judith F. Creighton, 76, of Lower Nazareth Twp. passed away peacefully while surrounded by Her loving family on Friday, August 14, 2026 at Lehigh Valley Hospital - Cedar Crest. She was the wife of John Creighton to whom she was married to for 58 years.Born in Peckville, PA, Judith was a daughter of the late Edmund, Sr. and Jean (Kosakowski)...

Stephen Paul Buss

Stephen Paul Buss

Aug 12, 2026

Stephen Paul Buss, 40, of Pennsburg, passed away unexpectedly on Wednesday, August 12, 2026. He was the husband of Jacqueline Buss (Herbert) - they deeply loved each other for 25 years as high school sweethearts and were married for 15 years. Born in Allentown, Stephen was the beloved only son of Robin and Rosanne Buss (Hewko) of Moore Twp.An exceptional...