Meet Our Staff
Outstanding Service is Our Priority
The highest level of care starts with the quality staff members who will meet with your family. When you lose someone you love, you need someone who will listen to you and provide a healing and meaningful experience. Our highly qualified staff is ready to assist you throughout this difficult time.
A lifelong resident of Moore Township, Glenn is the 12th of 13 children. He grew up on the family farmette, working with his family in the garden and raising animals for their own consumption and as pets. He enjoyed the horses they raised and even broke a horse to ride.
As a youth, Glenn worked at local farms with whatever tasks they required. After graduating from Northampton Area High School, he worked for Serfass Construction, then the Beer’s Construction, and then the Bethlehem Steel Corporation, where he advanced from janitor to foreman. When the Steel company business began to decline, he actually retired from the Steel Company and worked on the Geiger Country View Farm before moving back into construction with Bachman Construction.
With his background in various fields, he advanced his career again by working for the Lower Nazareth Township maintenance department. In later years, he moved on to customer service for Miller Supply ACE Hardware.
Thinking he would “retire,” he started working part-time for the George G. Bensing Funeral Home as a funeral assistant. With his knowledge of building, maintenance, eye for detail, and people skills, he became an avid part of the behind-the-scenes needs of the funeral home and a participant in the funeral client functions. He is their project manager and one of their funeral assistants.
He met his loving wife, Ruthann (now a retired teacher), working part-time in his younger years at Country View Farm (as she lived on the farm at the time). They were blessed with a son, Jonathan, and a daughter, Michelle, who each blessed them with two grandchildren. Jonathan has Abbigail and Gabrielle with his wife, Stephanie. Michelle has Brandon and Alesha with her husband, Brian.
Glenn and his wife live in Moore Township. In his free time, he loves taking care of his property, especially mowing his lawn and detailing his vehicle, zero-turn mower, compact tractor, and his pride and joy, his 1971 Chevy Chevelle. Always a hard worker, he has coached baseball Little League and always supported his children and grandchildren in all of their activities. He is an active member of Covenant United Methodist Church and the Moore Township Lions Club.
Bruce Stem serves as our Crematory Operator, Transfer Specialist, and Funeral Assistant. He takes great pride in his work, ensuring every family is treated with care, dignity, and respect. Known for his reliability and attention to detail, Bruce plays an essential role in supporting both our team and the families we serve.
In addition to his work with us, Bruce is employed full-time by the Nazareth School District. Outside of work, he’s an avid motorsports fan, especially of the World of Outlaws, High Limit 410 Sprint Cars, and the Super DIRTcar Series. He’s known for his lighthearted rivalry with popular driver Rico Abreu—a topic that always sparks friendly conversation.
When he’s not at the track, Bruce enjoys cheering on his grandkids at their sporting events and spending quality time with his wife, Karen. He and Karen reside in Moore Township.
Nathan is a 2000 graduate of Hamburg High School (Berks County). He started his funeral service career 9 days after high school graduation. He graduated in 2003 from Northampton Community College with an Associate's Degree in Funeral Service Education. He became a licensed funeral director in 2004.
Nathan has had the privilege of learning and perfecting the art of funeral service by working at some of the most prestigious funeral homes the Lehigh Valley has to offer.
He and his wife Christina (Certified Veterinary Technician) live in Bethlehem (Steel City) along with their four dogs, Tim, Calvin, Quinn, and Corbin. In their free time, they enjoy spending time with their dogs and camping at Appalachian Campground (Shartlesville). Nathan takes pride in home ownership with a perfectly manicured lawn and landscape. In his free time, he enjoys playing in competitive fantasy sports leagues (baseball & football) with lifelong friends.
Sarah Bensing Simons is co-owner of the George G. Bensing Funeral Home, where she works alongside her husband in continuing her family’s legacy of service that spans more than 100 years. While not a licensed funeral director, Sarah plays an integral role in the daily operations of the funeral home, helping families feel supported with compassion, respect, and care. She is proud to carry forward her family’s tradition of dedication to the community while ensuring each family’s needs are met with warmth and dignity.
John H. Simons, owner of the George G. Bensing Funeral Home, Inc., is a respected funeral director with over three decades of experience serving families with empathy, professionalism, and an unwavering commitment to excellence. A 1979 graduate of Liberty High School in Bethlehem, John went on to earn his degree in Funeral Service Education from Northampton Community College in 1997. He is licensed in both Pennsylvania and New Jersey and has dedicated his life to guiding families with compassion during their most difficult moments.
John resides in Bethlehem, PA with his wife, Sarah Bensing Simons, whom he married in 2010. Together, they share a daughter, Ella, and enjoy being active members of the Lehigh Valley community.
A true enthusiast of vintage automobiles, John is passionate about classic cars and proudly maintains memberships in several prestigious automotive clubs, including the Cadillac & LaSalle Club and the 1953–1954 Buick Skylark Club.
His commitment to community service is evident through his long-standing involvement in numerous civic, fraternal, and professional organizations. He is a dedicated member of Salem United Church of Christ in Moorestown and maintains professional affiliations with the National Funeral Directors Association and the Pennsylvania Funeral Directors Association.
John’s fraternal and charitable affiliations are extensive and reflect a lifetime of meaningful service. He is a 32nd Degree Mason and member of the Ancient Accepted Scottish Rite – Valley of Allentown, as well as a proud member of Bethlehem Masonic Lodge #283, Bethlehem Forest #61 Tall Cedars of Lebanon, and the Rajah Shrine. He is also a former member of High 12 International and the Bethlehem Club.
Deeply committed to local outreach, John is an active member of the Moore Township Lions Club and the Pomfret Club of Easton. He also holds social memberships with the Bath Fire House, Bath Chemical Engine & Hose, and the North End Wanderers Athletic Association.
With his extensive experience, wide-ranging community involvement, and warm, approachable nature, John continues to honor the values of dignity, tradition, and personalized care that define the George G. Bensing Funeral Home.
Emma works remotely, providing meaningful aftercare for the families we serve via text message and email. She cherishes the opportunity to connect with families every day by sharing helpful resources and having genuine conversations. She finds it an honor to serve her community in this capacity and implement values she holds dear in her personal life. Namely, kindness, selflessness, and connection. Outside of work, you'll catch her reading a book, going for a run, or spending time with her family.
The George G. Bensing Funeral Home, Inc. is proud to welcome Kyle J. Gertz to our team of dedicated professionals. As a licensed funeral director, Kyle brings with him compassion, integrity, and a steadfast commitment to guiding families through one of life’s most challenging times.
A native of Hellertown, Pennsylvania, Kyle is deeply rooted in the community and passionate about honoring lives with dignity and care. His calm demeanor, empathetic nature, and professional experience align seamlessly with our tradition of personalized and respectful service.
Kyle currently resides in Bethlehem Township with his girlfriend, Nicolette, and their beloved mini dachshund Olive. Outside of his professional life, Kyle is an avid hockey player, golfer, and active participant in city league softball. A lifelong fan of the New York Mets and New Jersey Devils, he’s also known for his extraordinary hat collection.
We are honored to have Kyle as part of the George G. Bensing Funeral Home family.
