Obituaries

Robert G. Oncheck

Robert G. Oncheck

Oct 7, 2026

Robert G. Oncheck, 71, of Walnutport, passed away peacefully while surrounded by his loving family on Wednesday, October 7, 2026 at his residence. He was the husband of Jacqueline Ann Oncheck (Kline). Born in Danielsville, Robert was a son of the late Gizza and Margaret Oncheck (Yandrisovitz).A man of remarkable creativity and artistic talent, he had a true passion for painting, particularly working with...

Terry L. Buskirk

Terry L. Buskirk

Oct 6, 2026

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Terry L. Buskirk, of Moore Twp., who left us on Tuesday, October 6, 2026, at Lehigh Valley Hospital - Muhlenberg. He was 63 years old. Married for 19 years, Terry was the husband of Bonnie A. (Laubach) Buskirk, ultimately sharing a beautiful journey with for 40 years.

Born on May 8,...

Franklin G. Hahn

Franklin G. Hahn

Oct 5, 2026

Franklin G. Hahn, 89, of Bushkill Township, passed away unexpectedly on Monday, October 5, 2026, at Lehigh Valley Hospital - Hecktown Oaks in Lower Nazareth Township. He and his beloved wife, the former Anita H. (Holley) Hahn, shared 37 years of marriage, having celebrated their anniversary on June 30th.

Born in East Bangor, Franklin was a son of the late Fred...

Pamela G. Young

Pamela G. Young

Oct 4, 2026

Pamela G. "Penny" Young, 78, a beloved mother, grandmother and great-grandmother, passed away at her residence on Sunday, October 4, 2026. A home that she lived in for over 30 years. She shared that home with her late husband Thomas W. Young, of 55 years until his passing in February of 2025.Born on February 13, 1948, in Bethlehem, Penny was...

Gary Musselman

Gary Musselman

Oct 4, 2026

Gary Musselman, 52, of East Allen Twp., passed away on Sunday, October 4, 2026 at Lehigh Valley Hospital - Muhlenberg. Born in Allentown, Gary was a son of Howard Musselman of Bath and the late Mary Musselman (Haydt).Earlier in life, he worked in customer support for T-Mobile, a fitting role for someone with such a natural ability and interest in...

Jessie A. Dodrill

Jessie A. Dodrill

Oct 2, 2026

Jessie A. Dodrill, 83, of Moore Township, passed away on Friday, October 2, 2026, at his residence. He was the husband of Ann Marie Dodrill, with whom he shared 59 years of marriage. Born in Birch River, West Virginia, Jessie was a son of the late Emmett and Gracie (George) Dodrill.

In addition to his wife, Jessie will be lovingly remembered...

Arlene Edith Smith

Arlene Edith Smith

Sep 30, 2026

Arlene Edith Smith, 78, of Wind Gap, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, September 30, 2026 at her residence. She was the beloved wife of the late Jeffrey Smith. Born in Bushkill Township, Arlene was a daughter of the late William and Edith Wambold (Frantz).She was the proud owner and operator of the Newburg Deli, a business she shared with her...

Willard L. Knitter

Willard L. Knitter

Sep 30, 2026

Willard L. Knitter, 92, of Plainfield Twp., passed away peacefully on Wednesday, September 30, 2026 at St. Luke's Hospital - Anderson Campus. He was the beloved husband of the late Laurene Knitter (Pensyl) to whom he was married to for 50 years before her passing in 2004. Born in Plainfield Township, Willard was a son of the late Charles and...

Harry Z. Farnack

Harry Z. Farnack

Sep 29, 2026

Harry Z. Farnack, 86, of Bushkill Twp., passed away on Tuesday, September 29, 2026, at Lehigh Valley Hospital - Cedar Crest, Allentown. He was the loving husband of Sandra Farnack (Starner) with whom he shared 54 years of marriage. Born in Wind Gap, Harry was a son of the late Harry and Mary (Olyniach) Faryniak.

A hardworking and dedicated businessman,...

Henry J. Lengel

Henry J. Lengel

Sep 29, 2026

Henry J. Lengel, 92, of Bushkill Township, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, September 29, 2026 at Lehigh Valley Hospital - Muhlenberg. He was the beloved husband of the late Lynn Lengel (Thorne) to whom he was married to for 52 years before her passing in 2015. Born in Reading, Henry was a son of the late William and Ruth Lengel...

Robert F. Phillips Jr.

Robert F. Phillips Jr.

Sep 26, 2026

Robert F. Phillips, Jr, of Bushkill Twp., passed away peacefully at his residence on Saturday, September 26, 2026. He was a proud father, grandfather, brother, and friend.

Born on May 30, 1947, in Fountain Hill, Robert was the son of the late Robert F., Sr. and Thelma (Funk) Phillips.

Robert was a proud graduate of Liberty High School, Class of 1965. After...

Daniel W. Keen

Daniel W. Keen

Sep 24, 2026

Daniel W. Keen, 76, of Freemansburg, passed away on Thursday, September 24, 2026 at Lehigh Valley Hospital - Muhlenberg. He was the beloved husband of Michele Keen (Palsi) to whom he would of been married to for 50 years this December. Born in Fountain Hill, Daniel was a son of the late Wallace and Miriam Keen (Kerschner).He was employed for...

Ronald A. Gercie

Ronald A. Gercie

Sep 23, 2026

Ronald A. Gercie, a beloved husband, father, and grandfather, passed away on Wednesday, September 23, 2026, at the age of 80. He was the devoted husband of the late Elaine M. (Heller) Gercie. Prior to her passing in January, they shared 59 cherished years together. They built a life centered around family and filled with love, laughter, and countless memories.

Born...

Marlene L. Nagle

Marlene L. Nagle

Sep 22, 2026

Marlene L. Nagle, 75, of Bushkill Twp., passed away peacefully on Tuesday, September 22, 2026 at Lehigh Valley Inpatient Hospice - Allentown. She was the beloved wife of Robert Nagle to whom she was married to for 49 years on the 30th. Born in Allentown, Marlene was a daughter of the late Carl and Melba (Ehrie) Bellinghasen. She spent part...

Alan R. Wolf

Alan R. Wolf

Sep 19, 2026

Alan "Al" R. Wolf, 68, of Danielsville, passed away unexpectedly on Saturday, September 19, 2026 at his daughter's residence. He was the beloved husband of the late Roseann Wolf (Miller) to whom he was married to for 37 years before her passing in 2020. Born in Allentown, Alan was a son of the late Charles Wolf and Joyce Achey (Miller).A...

Herbert F. Schreck Jr.

Herbert F. Schreck Jr.

Sep 19, 2026

Herbert F. Schreck, Jr. 76, of York, formerly of Moore Twp., passed away on Saturday, September 19, 2026 at WellSpan York Hospital. He was the beloved husband of Georgianna Schreck (Rollar) to whom he was married to for 26 years. Born in Bethlehem, Herbert was a son of the late Herbert Sr. and Gertrude Schreck (Brauchle).He worked for many years as...

Geraldine M. Hannis

Geraldine M. Hannis

Sep 16, 2026

Geraldine M. Hannis, 88, formerly of Moore Township, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, September 16, 2026, at Moravian Hall Square in Nazareth, where she was a resident for the past 12 years. Geri and her late husband, Gene D. Hannis, were married 45 years before his passing in 2013.Born in Bushkill Township, she was a daughter of the late Harold...

William J. Haydt

William J. Haydt

Sep 15, 2026

William J. Haydt, 73, of Moore Twp., passed away on Tuesday, September 15, 2026 at St. Luke's University Hospital - Bethlehem Campus. He was the beloved husband of Karen A. Haydt (Rutt) to whom he was married to for 50 years. Born in Fountain Hill, William was a son of the late William and Elizabeth Haydt (Zamadics).

He proudly served his country...

Judith J. Fehnel

Judith J. Fehnel

Sep 13, 2026

Judith J. Fehnel, 83, formerly of Tatamy, passed away peacefully on Sunday, September 13, 2026 at Saucon Valley Manor - Hellertown. She was the beloved wife of the late Delbert R. Fehnel to whom she was married to for 59 years before his passing in 2021. Born in Fountain Hill, Judith was a daughter of the late Francis and Virginia...

Amelia Ricci

Amelia Ricci

Sep 12, 2026

It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of our loving mother and nonna, Amelia Ricci. Amelia passed away peacefully on Saturday, September 12, 2026, while surrounded by her loving family, at St. Luke's University Hospital - Bethlehem Campus in Fountain Hill. She was 80. The beloved wife of the late Joseph Ricci, they shared 50 beautiful years...