Obituaries

Kenneth Beitler “Butch” Sigafoos, Jr., 76 of Bushkill Twp., PA formerly of Easton passed away Saturday, November 3, 2018 at Easton Hospital. Born September 1, 1942 in Easton he was the oldest child of Kenneth, Sr. and Marie (Davis) Sigafoos. He was a graduate of Easton High School Class of 1960, where he served as the chairman of the reunion committee and oldies dances. Ken was a member of St. John’s Lutheran Church, Easton. He served with the Election Board of Bushkill Twp., Cherry Hill Division and recently received his 50-year pin from Easton Lodge #152, F & AM. Ken’s many hobbies included collecting postage stamps, pens and pencils, writing letters and sending almost 1300 Christmas cards. He was a very caring and sharing person to all those he touched and to all his beloved kitties.

He is survived by his wife of 56 years the former Janet L. Fogel; brothers: Thomas W. Sigafoos (wife Kathy) of Nazareth, PA, David B. Sigafoos (wife Kathe) of Forks Twp., PA; sisters: Sharon L. Fisher (husband Leon) of Forks Twp., Patti Ann Kish (fiancé Andy Causa, Jr. ) of Easton; nieces/nephews and great-nieces/nephews. A brother Robert A. Sigafoos died earlier.

Services are 2 PM Friday (Nov. 9) in the Ashton Funeral Home, 1337 Northampton St., Easton with visitation 6 to 8 PM Thursday. Interment in Northampton Memorial Shrine.

Memorial contributions may be made to the Center for Animal Health and Welfare, 1165 Island Park Road, Easton, PA 18042 or a charity of one’s choice. Offer online condolences at www.AshtonFuneralHome.com.

Sara L. Fox, 98, of Easton, went to be with the Lord on October 28, 2018, at Old Orchard Manor Care.  “Precious in the sight of the Lord is the death of his saints” (Psalm 116:5).

She was born April 10,1920 in Pipersville, PA.  She was the daughter of Edward and Sadie Lambrite. She was a graduate of Frenchtown High School and Churchman’s Business School. She was a resident of Easton since 1939.  She worked as a secretary at Zearfoss Hilliard Lumber Company and was a member of Fellowship Church in Phillipsburg, NJ.  She enjoyed writing letters of encouragement to family and friends.

She was preceded in death by her husband Edgar J. Fox in 2004 and son Thomas Fox in 2017.  She is survived by her children Craig Fox and wife Gloria, daughter-in-law Carol and son Paul Fox of Easton, daughter Gail Haldeman and husband Steve of Sellersville, PA, 15 grandchildren and 27 great-grandchildren.

Calling hours will be held Thursday, Nov. 1st from 6:30 -8:00 p.m. at Ashton Funeral Home, 1337 Northampton St., Easton, PA.  A memorial service will be held Friday, Nov. 2nd at 10:00 a.m. at Fellowship Church, 300 Cromwell St., Phillipsburg, NJ 08865.

Memorial contributions can be made to the missions fund of Fellowship Church. Offer online condolences at www.AshtonFuneralHome.com.

Ann Edinger, 88 of Palmer Twp., PA died Friday, October 26, 2018 at St. Luke’s Hospital Anderson Campus. Born July 22, 1930 in Easton, PA she was a daughter of the late Anna (Neary) and John Sletor. She was a graduate of Wilson High School and member of the Penn-Dutch Great Pyrenees Club.

She is survived by her children: Marsha Hahn (husband James) of Bethlehem, PA, Kerry Edinger (wife Ann Marie) of Hummelstown, PA, Jenny Hedrick (husband Larry) of Bethlehem Twp., PA; 7 grandchildren; 2 great-grandchildren; and her constant companion Abby, her beloved Great  Pyrenees. She was predeceased by her husband Karl D. Edinger in 2006 and her son Matthew Edinger in 1978.

A Graveside service will be held 2:00 PM Wednesday (Oct. 31) in Northampton Memorial Shrine, 3051 Green Pond Rd., Easton. The Ashton Funeral Home, Easton is handling arrangements. Offer online condolences at www.AshtonFuneralHome.com.

Gladys R. Bolcer, 91 of Washington, NJ died Friday, October 26, 2018 at the Philipsburg Care Center. Born May 27, 1927 in Easton, PA she was a daughter of the late Grace (Metzgar) and Ralph Lewis. A 1944  graduate of Phillipsburg High School, she had been employed by Ingersoll-Rand, Warren Controls, Nytronics and Shop-Rite. She was a member of the Phillipsburg Senior Citizens Club and an avid doll collector and knitter. She also loved bus trips and camping.

She is survived by her children: Frank T. Bolcer (wife Betty) of Easton, PA, Kathleen Oswald (partner Linwood Errickson) of Glasgow, KY, Richard L. Bolcer (wife Deborah) of Phillipsburg, NJ; brother: Donald Lewis of Hellertown, PA; 4 grandchildren; 7 great-grandchildren and a great-great-granddaughter. Her husband Frank J. Bolcer and 5 brothers died earlier.

Services are 2 PM Thursday (Nov. 1) in the Ashton Funeral Home, 1337 Northampton St., Easton, with visitation 1 to 2 PM. Interment is private in Montana Cemetery.

Memorial contributions may be made to the American Legion Brown & Lynch Post #9, 2260 Corriere Dr., Easton, PA 18045.  Offer online condolences at www.AshtonFuneralHome.com.

Richard G. Transue, 82, of Easton, died Tuesday, October 23, 2018 in Easton Hospital.

Born December 10, 1935 in Easton, he was a son of the late Gobin Transue and Margaret (Werner) Polidoro.  He and his beloved wife, Jean (Ray) Transue were married 63 years.

Richard served in the Air Force during the Korean War and worked at Dixie Cup for 35 years until retiring in 1996.

Surviving with his wife, Jean, is his loving family, daughters, Margaret Breiner and her husband, Richard, of Easton; Deborah Katz and her husband, Michael, of Telford; Sandy Daiello of Easton and Linda Daiello and her husband, Joseph, of Easton; twelve grandchildren and three great grandchildren.

Services will be private.  The Ashton Funeral Home, Easton is handling the arrangements.  Offer online condolences at www.AshtonFuneralHome.com.