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Robert D. Keller, Jr.

February 5, 2024

Robert Keller, Jr.

Robert D. Keller, Jr., 69, of Allentown, PA., left this world peacefully on Feb. 5, 2024, but not before first sharing his love, smiles, and witty humor with everyone fortunate enough to be in his presence. Robert was a man rich in friendship and love for close friends and strangers alike. It was impossible to. . . Continue

Frances Yonkelowitz

February 3, 2024

Frances Yonklowitz

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Frances Yonkelowitz, who departed this world surrounded by the love of her family and friends on Saturday, February 3, 2024. Born April 17, 1932, Frances lived a life filled with warmth, compassion, and unwavering devotion to those she held dear. She was a pillar. . . Continue

Eugenio Amaro Oliva

January 31, 2024

Eugenio Amaro Oliva, 96, of Easton, died Wednesday, January 31, 2024 in his home. Born January 5, 1928 in the Philippines, he was the son of the late Florentino and Macra (Amaro) Oliva. Eugenio served in the Army during WWII, the Korean War, and the Vietnam War. He then worked as a nurse’s aide at. . . Continue

Ruth Lore Saalfeld

January 26, 2024

Ruth Lore Saalfeld, 101, died Friday, January 26, 2024 in Heather Glen Senior Living, Allentown. Born September 9, 1922 in Stuttgart, Germany, she was the daughter of the late Herman and Jettchen (Bernheim) Weil. Her husband, Herbert Saalfeld died in 1980. She was a member of Hebrew Tabernacle Congregation, New York. Surviving are two children,. . . Continue

Margarita G. Roman

January 23, 2024

Margarita G. Roman, 79, of Easton, died Tuesday, January 23, 2024 in St. Luke’s Hospital. Born August 13, 1944 in Puerto Rico, she was the daughter of the late Rafael Gonzalez Abreu. Her husband, Felipe Roman died earlier. Surviving are two sons, Danny Roman, Sr. and Edgardo Roman, and three grandchildren. Services will be private.. . . Continue

Peter Piechotta

January 21, 2024

Peter Piechotta passed quietly surrounded by his loving wife and family in Port Saint Lucie, Florida on Sunday, January 21, 2024. He was 80 years old. Born in Berlin, Germany on June 17, 1943, he was the son of the late Adolf Albert Piechotta and Irmgard Teschner. He was a member of Local Plumbers Union. . . Continue

Joseph David Gerber

January 15, 2024

Joseph Gerber

Joseph D. Gerber, 96 of Easton, PA died Monday, January 15, 2024 at Abington Manor, Easton. Born October 15, 1927 in New Ringgold, PA he was a son of the late Joseph Wertman and Florence (Grube) Gerber. He was a graduate of Penn State University and served in the Air Force during WWII. He was. . . Continue

Annie Ruth Capers

January 12, 2024

Annie R. Capers, 76, of Wind Gap, PA, died Friday, January 12, 2024 in New Eastwood Healthcare Center, Easton, PA. Born February 12, 1947 in Sumter, SC, she was the daughter of the late Ishmael “Bubba” Capers, Sr. and the late Ruth (Williams) Capers. Annie was a Minister at Mount Zion F.B.H. Church, Linden, NJ. . . Continue