Jeanne Louise Bishop, 86, of Palmer Twp. died Tuesday, July 17, 2012 in Kindred Hospital of Easton.
Born: August 4, 1925 in Easton she was a daughter of the late Frank and Frances Mattison Moser. She and her husband William H. Bishop, Jr. would have been married 66 years in August.
Personal: A graduate of Wilson High School, she was a talented water colorist and had been a Brownie Scout Leader. She enjoyed traveling in Europe, the seashore, outings with close friends and time spent with her family.
Memberships: She was a life time member of St. John’s Lutheran Church, Easton where she served on Church Council and was a leader of the Sarah Circle. She was also a member of URW and their Book Club.
Survivors: Her husband Bill; daughter: Susan Soraruf and her husband Dr. L.P., IV of Kennett Square, PA; son: William H. Bishop, III and his wife Mary Ellen of Blue Bell, PA; 5 grandchildren and a great-grandson. She was predeceased by her sister: Elizabeth Sharpless.
Services: Will be 11 a.m. Monday (7/23) in St. John’s Lutheran Church, 330 Ferry Street, Easton with visitation from 10 to 11 a.m. in the church. Interment will be in Fairmount Cemetery, Phillipsburg. The Ashton Funeral Home, Easton is handling the arrangements.
Memorial Contributions: May be made to St. John’s Lutheran Church Memorial Fund, 330 Ferry St., Easton 18042.
Blaine and Beth Oelkers
July 19, 2012 at 9:01 pm
We are so sad for your family. We will keep you all close in our hearts and prayers.
Richard W Bishop, Jr
July 20, 2012 at 7:02 am
We are very sorry to learn about Jeanne’s death. Our thoughts and prayers are with your family. Richard and Ronnah Bishop
Mark J. Biedlingmaier
July 20, 2012 at 7:10 pm
Dear Mr. B. and family: Sincerest condolences to you all on Jeanne’s passing this week. Following our visit earlier this month, I now know that she truly is at peace and free from the pain of this life. My prayers and thoughts are with you today and petitions offered for the repose of her soul at Mass on Sunday. Warmest regards and wishes for strength and Faith at this difficult time. Mark B.
Rosalie Mentesana Sweeney
July 23, 2012 at 7:46 am
Sending my sincere sympathy to your whole family. My thoughts and prayers are with you at such a difficult time.
Warmest regards and condolences,
Rosalie