Obituaries

Andrea M. Moustakas, 83 of Easton, PA died Saturday, November 7, 2026, at home. Born September 17, 1943, in Pen Argyl, PA she was a daughter of the late John and Jennie (Carrer) Massi. She was a graduate of Pius X High School and East Stroudsburg University. Andrea was a teacher at the Pen Argyl Elementary and Ada B. Cheston Schools before retiring. Her husband, John, trusts that Andrea’s 57 years of dedication and service to her heavenly Father Jehovah will never be forgotten; he looks forward to the time when her life will be restored in the paradise earth that Jesus promised (Matt 6:9,10). Then after welcoming her back, John can visualize a trip to their favorite seashore location at Spring Lake, NJ.

Andrea is survived by her husband of 58 years, John Moustakas; her brother: Alfred Massi of Bethlehem, PA; and her niece: Chris Bugg of Norristown, PA. She was predeceased by her sister: Grace Starner of Pen Argyl.  The Ashton Funeral Home, Easton, PA is handling arrangements. Online condolences may be offered at www.AshtonFuneralHome.com.

Robert H. Gruninger, 63, of Forks Township, died Friday, November 6, 2026 in St. Luke’s Hospital. Born August 14, 1963 in Belleville, NJ, he was the son of the late H. Richard and Janet A. (Melow) Gruninger. He and his wife, Janet (McCurdy) Gruninger were married 32 years.

Robert was a molecular biologist for Johnson & Johnson, Raritan, NJ for 32 years where he performed cancer research. He retired in 2023. Prior to that, he worked for Crop Genetics International Corporation, Hanover, MD. He graduated from the University of Maryland and was a member of Arndt’s Lutheran Church.

Surviving with his wife, Janet, are a son, Scott Gruninger and his fiancé, Anna Wengyn; a brother, Richard H. Gruninger and two sisters, Penny Sue Gruninger and Kelly J. Gruninger.

Services will be held at 10:00 am on Tuesday, November 17, 2026 in Arndt’s Lutheran Church, 1851 Arndt Road, Easton. A visitation will be held from 7:00 to 8:30 pm on Monday, November 16, 2026 in the Ashton Funeral Home, 1337 Northampton St., Easton. Interment will be in United Lutheran Church of Sunbury Cemetery, Sunbury, PA.

Memorial contributions may be made to the Alzheimer’s Association, www.alz.org or the American Cancer Society, www.cancer.org. Offer online condolences at www.AshtonFuneralHome.com.

Kenneth L. Werner, 92 of Palmer Township, PA passed away Friday, November 6, 2026 at home. Born August 14, 1934 in Easton, PA, he was a son of the late Charles Werner and Evelyn (Hahn) Werner Bond and stepfather David Bond. He was a 1952 graduate of Easton High School where he played baseball and was a standout basketball player. Ken was employed by Mack Printing for 45 years before retiring in 1997. He also played on the company basketball team and with local softball leagues.

He is survived by his daughters: Gail Unangst (husband Joesph, III) of Phillipsburg, NJ, Judy L Werner with whom he resided; his brother: Wayne Werner (wife Carol) of Bethlehem, PA; 2 grandchildren: Joseph Unangst, IV and Erica Unangst both of Easton; great-grandchildren: Tyler Unangst (spouse Taylor) of Bluffton, SC, Morgan Unangst (spouse Taylor), Kylie Unangst all of Columbia, SC; and a great-great granddaughter: Penelope Unangst. He was predeceased by his parents and step father, and his loving wife of 44 years, Antoinette (Virgilio) Werner.

Quite an avid sports fan, Ken’s favorite teams were the Boston Celtics and Oakland A’s. He will be fondly remembered as funny, giving, kind and sweet. After all his nickname was “the sweet one”. Forever grateful for the caregivers and family that surrounded him with comfort and love until his final day. He will be missed dearly. “Love ya” always …

A viewing will be held from 12:30 to 1 PM Tuesday, Nov. 10, 2026 in the Ashton Funeral Home, 1337 Northampton St., Easton, PA followed by a graveside service at the Northampton Memorial Shrine. Offer online condolences at www.AshtonFuneralHome.com.

Kevin Bryan Grube, 78 of Naples, FL and Palmer Twp., PA died Monday, November 2, 2026, at his home in Palmer Twp. Born February 25, 1948 in Easton, he was a son of the late M. Frances (McNicholas) and Willard B. Grube. Kevin was a 1966 graduate of Easton High School and a Firefighter with the City of Easton for 29 years before retiring. He was a member of Liberty Hose Co. and West Easton Safety First Club. Kevin loved seeing the country with his wife, Susan, especially their travels to the National Parks. He was also an avid Giants, Yankees and Penn State fan.

He is survived by his wife of 59 years, Susan (Schisler) Grube; his children: Bryan Grube of Easton, Heather Horvath (husband Brian) of Nazareth, PA, Graig Grube of Easton; and three grandchildren: Nicole and Christopher Horvath, and Kameryn Grube. He was predeceased by a brother: Thomas E. Grube.

Services will be held 11 AM Friday (Nov. 6, 2026) in the Ashton Funeral Home, 1337 Northampton St., Easton, PA with visitation from 10 to 11 AM. Interment is in the historic Easton Cemetery. Contributions in his memory may be made to Suburban EMS, P.O. Box 3339, Palmer, PA 18043-3339 or www.suburbanems.com. Offer online condolences at www.AshtonFuneralHome.com.

J. Richard Parnell, 94, formerly of Palmer Township, PA and Bonita Springs, FL passed away peacefully with family by his side on October 27, 2026 in hospice at Blue Ridge Care, Winchester, VA.

Richard was born and raised in Easton, PA. After graduating from Easton High School, he worked for Mack Printing and the Dixie Cup factory. He then became a draftsman for Ingersoll-Rand in Phillipsburg, NJ where he assisted in the design of air compressors, pumps and drills. He retired from the Cameron Pump Division after 30 years.

Richard was an avid outdoorsman who enjoyed hunting, fishing and softball. His favorite MLB team was the Yankees. He liked to spend time with family and friends creating fond memories around holidays and family gatherings. He was frequently found playing cards, board games, pitching quoits, or enjoying the family pool on warm summer days. As an experienced hunter, Richard maintained a hunting cabin in the Poconos for many years and traveled to Newfoundland several times to hunt both moose and caribou.

He was preceded in death by an infant son, Jon Stephen; parents, Albert & Marion Parnell; loving wife of 55years, Dini Parnell; oldest son, Douglas Parnell; and sister, Ann Kane.

He is survived by his brother, James Parnell of Palmer Township, PA, and his daughters, Carol Bubak of Bethlehem, PA, Linda Opdyke (David) of Bath, PA, Laurie Thompson (Mark) of Ashburn, VA., 13 grandchildren and 18 great-grandchildren. His smile and sense of humor will be missed by many.

Visitation services will be held at 11:00 AM to 12:30 PM on Wednesday, November 11th at Ashton Funeral Home, 1337 Northampton St, Easton PA 18042 (www.AshtonFuneralHome.com), followed by a graveside service at Easton Cemetery.

In lieu of flowers, contributions in his memory may be made to Blue Ridge Care of Winchester, VA to support patient care, grief counseling services, and community programs (https://give.blueridgecare.org/donate/main-donation-page). Offer online condolences at www.AshtonFuneralHome.com.

Nelson I. Andrews, Jr. of Easton, PA passed away Saturday, October 24, 2026 at Easton Hospital. He was born  January 13, 1959 in Wilson Borough to Nelson I. Sr. and Ruth L. Conover Andrews.  He graduated from Easton Area High School in 1977.  In his younger years, he was the store clerk at the former American Army and Navy Store in downtown Easton.

Nelson enjoyed hunting and fishing with his brother Randy and friends.  He loved chatting on the phone with family and friends about the latest local and national news and wildlife sightings.  Nelson was a lifelong fan of the Pittsburgh Steelers; and yes, he had a yellow and black “Terrible Towel.” He also enjoyed the music of Johnny Cash and watching outdoor shows on TV.

He enjoyed playing card games with his family and getting together each Christmas season for a fun evening of games and dinner with extended family.  Each Christmas he would buy everyone a lottery ticket which he would hand out after dinner and wait to hear someone shout, “I won!”

Nelson previously served on the Board of Directors at The Stockertown Rod & Gun Club.  He had a wealth of knowledge about hunting and fishing and would gladly join in any conversations about those subjects.

Nelson leaves behind his loving family whose loss is beyond words, his sisters, Peggy Shafer, Carole Pilolli (Michael), and Kimberly Mahony (Kevin); and his hunting & fishing buddy and brother, Randy Andrews.  He is also survived by nieces Jeneane, Michelle, Mandy, Priscilla and Cassidy; nephews Arion, Taylor, Mason, and Zachary.  Grandnieces Dayna, Samantha, Mikaela, Claudia, Maia, Kaylee, and Natalie.  Nelson is predeceased by his parents, a sister Ruth Medina, a brother Kevin Andrews, a grandnephew Michael Leh, and his beloved dog, Johnny.

Although our brother and uncle has left us until we meet again, we know that he is at peace, and that our parents and siblings were there waiting for him and his faithful companion was there to greet him with a wagging tail.

In 1986, Nelson received a life-saving kidney transplant. Doctors continued to be amazed at the longevity of the donated kidney.  We all continued to be grateful for the donor family who made his 67 years on this earth possible and the care he received from the medical staff that supported him throughout these years. Donations in his memory may be made to the National Kidney Foundation at www.kidney.org.

A calling period will be held from 9:30 to 10:30 AM Friday (Oct. 30, 2026) with a service to follow in the Ashton Funeral Home, 1337 Northampton St., Easton, PA. Interment will be in the Easton Cemetery.  Offer online condolences at www.AshtonFuneralHome.com.