Obituaries

Jeanne H. Haydu, 90, of Middletown, Delaware, formerly of Palmer Township, passed away peacefully surrounded by her loving family on Sunday, March 16, 2025 in her home. Born April 6, 1934 in Easton, she was the daughter of the late Andrew Haydu, Jr. and Helen E. (Vargo) Haydu. Jeanne was an executive secretary at Binney. . . Continue

Geoffroy Raphael Gournet, devoted husband, father, grandfather, and master engraver, passed away on March 15, 2025 at the age of 65. Born in Rethel, France, to Claude and Michele Gournet, Geoffroy spent his early years in the French Ardennes before moving to Reims, where he met his beloved wife of 39 years, Virginie. Together, they. . . Continue

On February 27, 2025, our beloved Elvinet Isaacs suffered a severe hemorrhagic stroke. Despite medical intervention and fervent prayers, she developed seizures that could not be stopped. On March 13, 2025, the Lord, in His perfect wisdom, called Elvinet home to her heavenly reward. She passed away peacefully in her home, surrounded by the love. . . Continue

Josephine Mondillo of Palmer Twp., PA died Monday, March 3, 2025 at St. Luke’s Hospital, Anderson Campus. Born August 23, 1930 in Easton, PA. She was a daughter of the late Joseph and Pauline (Greco) Tita. She was a 1948 graduate of Easton High School and a graduate of Churchman’s Business School. She was employed. . . Continue

Joan L. Vanover, 83, of Bethlehem, died Saturday, March 1, 2025 in her home. Born July 1, 1941 in Bethlehem, she was the daughter of the late Frank and Louise (Rentzheimer) Szakaly. She and her husband, Robert L. Vanover were married 38 years. Joan graduated from Hellertown High School in 1959 and was a creative. . . Continue

David L. Steible, 91 of Palmer Twp., PA died Wednesday, February 26, 2025 at home. Born April 28, 1933 in Forks Twp., PA he was the son of the late Maurice and Mae (Hess) Steible. He was a 1950 graduate of Easton High School and served in the Navy during the Korean War. He was. . . Continue

Douglas H. Long, Sr., 89, of Nazareth, passed away Monday, February 24, 2025 in St. Luke’s Hospital. Born September 23, 1935 in Easton, he was the son of the late Oscar B. Long, Sr. and Ida (Shover) Long. He and his wife, Edith E. (Deisbach) Long were married 68 years. He was the co-owner of. . . Continue

Beverly June Palmer-Martineau 86, passed away peacefully in her home in Oakland, FL surrounded by family members and caregivers on February 23, 2025. Born June 9, 1938 in Easton, PA to Donald & Mayola (Heil) Chegwidden, she graduated from Wilson Area High School in 1956 and started her work career as a telephone operator for. . . Continue