Annetta M. “Nettie” Gottfried, 77, of Bethlehem Twp., PA died Saturday, May 5, 2012 in Easton Hospital.
Born: July 11, 1934 in Easton she was a daughter of the late Donald and Florence McNair Murphy. Her husband John G. Gottfried died in 2010.
Personal: A 1952 graduate of Easton High School she had been employed by Mack Printing, Wilson Borough for many years before retiring.
Memberships: She was a member of St. Jane Frances de Chantal Catholic Church, Palmer and secretary for the former Lehigh Valley Ostomy Association.
Survivors: 2 daughters: Sheila Seifert and her husband Rodney of Rockaway, NJ; Gwen Steckel of Bethlehem Twp., PA; a sister: Mildred Henning of Bethlehem Twp.; 2 grandsons: Christian Seifert and his wife Jessica, Gregory Seifert and his wife Jennifer; and 6 great-grandchildren: Jacob, Isaiah, Nehemiah, Lilyanna, Abigail and Oliver.
Services: A Mass of Christian Burial will be held 10:30 a.m. Wednesday (5/9) in the church, 4049 Hartley Ave., Easton with visitation from 6 to 7:30 p.m. Tuesday in the Ashton Funeral Home, 14th and Northampton Sts., Easton. Interment will be in Gethsemane Cemetery.
Memorial Contributions: May be made to Compassionate Care Hospice, 363 S. Rte. 100, Allentown, PA 18106.
Karen Konya
May 7, 2012 at 10:25 am
My husband Steve joins me in sending our deepest sympathy to Nettie’s/John’s family. I worked with Nettie at Mack Printing and enjoyed attending Merri-Mack functions with her many years after we both left Mack. My husband played ball in the 55+ league with John, so we both had a connection to the Gottfried family. Both wonderful folks — we’ll miss them.
Ruth
May 8, 2012 at 12:24 pm
I can not put into words how sad my heart is in losing my precious friend . I will miss our Wednesday lunch dates and talks about our families and all the sad and happy events in our lives over the past 50 years. I am here for you, Sheila and Gwen, if ever you need me. My love and prayers will always be with you.
God will watch over you.
Ruth
Al Magocs
May 8, 2012 at 5:04 pm
Dear Gwen,
Eddie, Liz, and I offer our condolences. Only met your mom a few times, but will always remember her at the river, enjoying a great day with her family.
Our hearts and prayers go out to you.
Mealan
Judy McGloughlin
May 9, 2012 at 7:32 am
I am so sorry to hear of Netty’s passing. She and John were such good neighbors to my son and his family. It was as though God had them all ready to help , encourage and love that little family from the time they moved in next door. They served as older family would have for those of us who lived far away. I will always be grateful for the warm hospitality they offered. I send love and condolences to the family and her dear friends. Judy McGloughlin
Mariana Lau-Hyland
May 22, 2012 at 12:30 pm
John and I would like to express our sympathy at the loss of your mother. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.