May Josephine West, 92, formerly of Palmer Twp., PA died Thursday, November 13, 2014 at Country Meadows, Bethlehem Twp., PA. Born November 25, 1921 in Easton, PA she was a daughter of the late John P. and Gertrude O. (Kummer) Chandler.
A 1939 graduate of Easton High School, she had been employed by Bixler’s Jewelry Store in Easton for 24 years before retiring in 1986. She was a member of the Palmer Moravian Church, Palmer Twp. where served as a Sacristan and was active in their Women’s Fellowship group. She was also a Meals on Wheels volunteer.
She is survived by her daughter: Trudy E. Slawik and her husband Gary of Belvidere, NJ; a brother: Donald W. Chandler of Clearwater, FL; and a granddaughter: Erica Kish-Palos of Palmer Twp., PA. Her husband James L. West died in 2009 and her sister: Margaret C. Brotzman died in 1966.
Services will be held 10:30 a.m. Tuesday (Nov. 18) in Palmer Moravian Church, 2901 John St., Easton, PA with visitation from 9:30 to 10:30 a.m. in the church. Interment will be in Northampton Memorial Shrine. The Ashton Funeral Home, Easton, PA is handling the arrangements.
Memorial Contributions may be made to Palmer Moravian Church, 2901 John St., Easton, PA 18045 for their memorial fund.
Offer online condolences at www.AshtonFuneralHome.com.
Pat Berger
November 15, 2014 at 10:48 am
Trudy, I was so sorry to read about the passing of your mom. I always enjoyed working with your mom at Bixler’s. She made working fun! I know that she will be missed by all. My deepest sympathy to you and Erica.
Kathie Barabas Gonyeau
November 21, 2014 at 1:45 pm
Dear Trudy, I am so sorry to hear about your Mother. Your Mom & Dad treated me like a 2nd daughter growing up. I will never forget her, all of the family get together’s and the vacations in Lavallette NJ! I remember Aunt Gert and my Mom, aka: Sarah & Sarah, walking the beach along with your Mom. I have wonderful memories of your family. Erica and you are in my thoughts and prayers.