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Rebecca KesselringBethlehem, PA

Rebecca A. Kesselring, 77, of Bethlehem died Monday, August 26, 2024 with her husband by her side at St. Luke’s Hospital, Fountain Hill. She was the beloved wife of Leonard C. Kesselring, Jr. They were married 29 years on June 24, 2024. Born in South Bend, IN, she was the daughter of the late Edward and DaMaris (Troyer) Stanley. A graduate of Greenville High School, Greenville, OH; Rebecca was a licensed nursing home administrator who received her Bachelor of...

Rebecca A. Kesselring, 77, of Bethlehem died Monday, August 26, 2024 with her husband by her side at St. Luke’s Hospital, Fountain Hill. She was the beloved wife of Leonard C....

David VoellingerBethlehem,, PA

David V. Voellinger, 85, of Bethlehem, passed away on Monday, July 15, 2024, at Moravian Village, Bethlehem. He was the beloved husband of Lona Farr Voellinger.David is survived by his loving wife, Lona, and their children, Andrea Gross (wife of Steven Herz), Stacey Wallingford (wife of Gregory Wallingford), and Jack Gross (husband of Sandy Stahl). He was cherished by his grandchildren, Simon Herz, Ella Herz, Graham Gross, Lillyan Wallingford, and John Wallingford, and a loving group of...

David V. Voellinger, 85, of Bethlehem, passed away on Monday, July 15, 2024, at Moravian Village, Bethlehem. He was the beloved husband of Lona Farr Voellinger.David is survived by his loving...

Elwood Ehrgott, Jr.Nazareth, PA

Elwood Douglas "Woody" Ehrgott, Jr., a respected veteran, devoted family man, and esteemed community member, passed away peacefully on August 28, 2024, in his hometown of Bethlehem, PA. Born on July 22, 1932, to the late Elwood D Ehrgott, Sr. and Dorothy (Marsh) Ehrgott, Woody's life was one marked by dedication, service, and warmth.Woody was a proud graduate of Liberty High School's class of 1949 where he lettered in football and track and later furthered his education...

Elwood Douglas "Woody" Ehrgott, Jr., a respected veteran, devoted family man, and esteemed community member, passed away peacefully on August 28, 2024, in his hometown of Bethlehem, PA....

Donald SeidenbergerBethlehem, PA

Donald R. “Mooney” Seidenberger passed away peacefully at the age of 92 on August 27, 2024 in his home surrounded by members of his loving family. Born on October 7, 1931 and raised in the close-knit community of Fountain Hill, Don was the son of the late Joseph J. and Theresa M. (Monshein) Seidenberger. He was predeceased by his brothers, Thomas, Joseph, and Robert Seidenberger, and sisters, Pauline Walker, Bernadine Eck, and Joan Thieme.After graduating from Fountain...

Donald R. “Mooney” Seidenberger passed away peacefully at the age of 92 on August 27, 2024 in his home surrounded by members of his loving family. Born on October 7, 1931 and raised in...

George NakataBethlehem Township

George Edward Nakata, 71, of Bethlehem, Pennsylvania, passed away peacefully on Monday, August 26, 2024, surrounded by the love of his family in the same town where he was born. A cherished husband, father, grandfather, and friend, George's unwavering integrity and kindness left an indelible mark on the hearts of those who knew him.Born to the late George J. Nakata and Mary R. (Dutko) Nakata on December 4, 1952, in Bethlehem, PA, George grew up with a strong sense of community and...

George Edward Nakata, 71, of Bethlehem, Pennsylvania, passed away peacefully on Monday, August 26, 2024, surrounded by the love of his family in the same town where he was born. A cherished...

Kathryn KricksBethlehem, PA

Kathryn “Katie” Louise Kricks, 97, of Bethlehem died Saturday, August 10, 2024. Born in Allentown on April 7, 1927, she was the daughter of William H. and Dorothy (Newhard) Knopf. A 1945 graduate of Liberty High School, she received her Bachelor’s Degree from Moravian College in 1949. Katie leaves behind a legacy of deep, endearing faith in the Lord. Her generous love, as both a mentor and friend, touched the lives of many. She will be deeply...

Kathryn “Katie” Louise Kricks, 97, of Bethlehem died Saturday, August 10, 2024. Born in Allentown on April 7, 1927, she was the daughter of William H. and Dorothy (Newhard)...

Nancy StryeskiBethlehem, PA

Nancy Stryeski passed away peacefully on August 20 2024. She was born Nancy Ann Baxter, the daughter of William and Dorothea Baxter, and was raised in Newtown, CT. She attended Newtown high school and was on the girls’ basketball team. She received a scholarship to attend University of Connecticut where she was president of the Mortarboard Society and elected to the Student Hall of Fame 1951.After college, she went to New York City to work for Brooklyn Union Gas Company where...

Nancy Stryeski passed away peacefully on August 20 2024. She was born Nancy Ann Baxter, the daughter of William and Dorothea Baxter, and was raised in Newtown, CT. She attended Newtown high school...

Melinda J. IntrepidoBethlehem, PA

Melinda J. Intrepido, 65, of Bethlehem, passed away peacefully surrounded by her loving family on August 20, 2024. Born on February 24, 1959, in Fountain Hill, she was the daughter of the late Joseph J. Intrepido and Bernice (Cruche) Intrepido. Melinda was a graduate of Liberty High School and went on to pursue a bachelor’s degree in political science from Chatham University.An avid reader, she found solace and adventure within the pages of books, which were her...

Melinda J. Intrepido, 65, of Bethlehem, passed away peacefully surrounded by her loving family on August 20, 2024. Born on February 24, 1959, in Fountain Hill, she was the daughter of the late...

Pamela FischelBethlehem, PA

Pamela L. Fischel, a cherished mother, grandmother, sister, and friend, passed away peacefully on August 19, 2024, at the age of 77, in Bethlehem, Pennsylvania. Born on April 14, 1947, in Fountain Hill, Pennsylvania, Pamela was the beloved daughter of the late Benson Hartney, Jr. and Miriam (Zellner) Hartney. Her warm presence and nurturing spirit will be dearly missed by all who knew her.Pamela's early years were spent in the town of her birth, where she graduated from Liberty High...

Pamela L. Fischel, a cherished mother, grandmother, sister, and friend, passed away peacefully on August 19, 2024, at the age of 77, in Bethlehem, Pennsylvania. Born on April 14, 1947, in Fountain...

Gregory KlovachBethlehem, PA

Gregory Klovach, 66, ofBethlehem, passed away peacefully on August 17, 2024. Born on January 18, 1958, in Bethlehem, PA, he wasthe beloved son of the late Joseph Klovach and Olga (Kolman) Klovach.Gregory pursued his passion for helping others by earning a degree as a respiratory therapist. His career was marked by years of dedicated service at LehighValley Hospital, Muhlenberg.Beyond his professional life, Gregory was a man who embraced...

Gregory Klovach, 66, ofBethlehem, passed away peacefully on August 17, 2024. Born on January 18, 1958, in Bethlehem, PA, he wasthe beloved son of the late Joseph Klovach and Olga...

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What is the oldest funeral home in PA? ›

"The original Kirk & Nice funeral home opened in Philadelphia over 250 years ago, and is America's oldest funeral home. Relocating to the grounds of George Washington Memorial Park in 1999, Kirk & Nice Inc. continues providing quality service to Philadelphia and surrounding region."

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Does someone read the obituary at a funeral? ›

An obituary is written to tell the story of your loved one. These will often be in the funeral program. There will even be a part of the funeral where the obituary will be silently read by everyone in attendance at the funeral. It is something you and your family should be patient with when you are writing it.

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Find an Obituary. The Cremation Society of Pennsylvania ® online obituary search tool gives you access to obituaries from thousands of locations across North America. You can search by first or last name, state and publication date.

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What types of details and information do obituaries contain about people who have died? ›

Jot down the key facts first

First, you'll want to include the person's name, birth place, age, date of death, location and cause of death (optional). From there, Shain says you should go on to include other biographical staples such as “whether they got married, had kids, [details of] their careers and retirement.”

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If the human remains are properly preserved they can be stored for longer periods of time. In most cases, so long as the remains are properly refrigerated, funeral homes can store a body for a few days to a few weeks.

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Who is the largest owner of funeral homes? ›

Service Corporation International (SCI) is the largest funeral home company in the world, with a network of over 2,000 locations across the United States and Canada.

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What should you not say in an obituary? ›

Common Mistakes to Avoid when Writing an Obituary

Avoid Making the Obituary About You. ...
Don't Focus Just on Death. ...
Listing People Who Were Appreciated. ...
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Abbreviations. ...
Don't Over Describe the Funeral.

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How to not cry while giving an eulogy? ›

As you are giving your speech, if you begin to feel tears swell up, look up at the audience. This quick action can serve as a distraction for your mind and help hold the tears back. You can also scan the audience to see a friendly face which may also help in making you feel more relaxed and able to hold back the tears.

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What to say the night before a funeral? ›

If you are struggling to find a way to put your thoughts into words, and you want to send a message but are unable to think of what to say to someone before a funeral, consider something simple; “I will be thinking of you today.” “Sending love and prayers to you and your family.” “I hope things run smoothly today.”

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Can I view death certificates online for free in Pennsylvania? ›

Birth and Death Certificates

Pennsylvania residents can access these records, free of charge, through Ancestry.com Pennsylvania(opens in a new tab).

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Funeral homes does not issue death certificates. The are generated by your County Recorder's Office or Local Health Department. However, the Funeral home will generally process the request for you. Issuing time could be anywhere from 2 to 8 weeks.

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County Courthouses in Pennsylvania

Courthouses are important places to look for birth, marriage and death records. These are usually found in the Register of Wills office in each county. Records in the Recorder of Deeds offices can also be useful.

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Why would someone not want an obituary? ›

Publishing an obituary can be expensive , and the funds may be unavailable. The deceased has few family members or friends , so there might have, unfortunately, been no need for an obituary. Obituaries are also written for the living so that they may learn of an individual's passing.

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There are two types of obituary advertisem*nts: Death notices and memorial advertisem*nts. The cost is commonly included in funeral packages but can also be paid for personally. Additionally, some funeral providers, like Eirene, offer complimentary online memorials on their website.

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How long after death is the funeral? ›

Most American funerals take place within one week or less from death. With the help of a funeral home, a week is typically enough time to make arrangements and contact loved ones.

What is the oldest settlement in Pennsylvania? ›

Chester is the oldest City in Pennsylvania. In 1681, William Penn acquired the colonial settlement as a safe haven for Quakers. One year later he landed on the ship Welcome and renamed the settlement Chester, after the city in England.

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Lower Swedish Cabin, circa 1640 – Upper Darby

The oldest building that's still standing in Pennsylvania was built sometime between 1630 and 1650, nearly 400 years ago. It is also one of the oldest — and possibly the oldest — log cabin in the United States.

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hom*o naledi is named after the "Rising Star" cave system where the first bones were found in 2013. The holes, which researchers say evidence suggests were deliberately dug and then filled in to cover the bodies, contain at least five individuals.

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When was the first funeral home made? ›

The oldest funeral home in the United States began in 1759 in Williamsburg, Virginia, started by cabinet manufacturer Anthony Hay who made coffins as a side line. Prior to the mid 1800's, women were in charge of preparing the deceased.

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