Obituaries

Victoria “Vicky” Rosa, 87, passed away peacefully on December 7, 2023 surrounded by her loving family. She was born and raised in Rochester, NY. In 1960 she married her sweetheart Victor “Bud” Rosa and moved into their new home in Hazlet, NJ where they raised their five children. She worked as a customer service representative for Comcast Cable in the Hazlet office for 16 years retiring in 1998. She was a parishioner at St. Benedict Church, Holmdel, NJ since 1960 where she was involved in many activities. Her favorite was singing at Mass with the Folk Group.

She enjoyed being a member of Sweet Adelines and The Red Hat Society. Vicky volunteered for the Boy and Girls Scouts of Monmouth County and the Hazlet Youth and Athletic League. She was preceded in death by her loving husband Victor “Bud” in 2000; parents Wady and Frances Sarkis; sisters, Shirley Sarkis and Elizabeth Shuhda; brothers, Lee and Joseph Sarkis. She is survived by her five adoring children Catherine (Philip) Vitale, Victor Rosa, James (Deborah) Rosa, Timothy (Gina) Rosa, and Robert Rosa; eleven beautiful grandchildren, Philip (Jordan) and Jennifer Vitale, Victor and Nicole Rosa, Stephanie (Mitchell) Cummings, Tara, Daniel, Brianna Rosa, Amanda, Alexa, Isabella Rosa; and two great grandchildren Charlotte and Carter Cummings; brothers Fred Sarkis, James (Jeannie) Sarkis, and Kenneth (Thomas) Sarkis; sisters Ann Nealon and Deanna O’Connell; and many devoted nieces, nephews, friends, and neighbors.

Forgoing a traditional wake, Vicky’s wishes were for services to be private. She will never be replaced but will live always in the countless memories she left with us. Vicky had the kindest heart and a gentle soul for every person with whom she encountered. Everyone enjoyed her hospitality, amazing humor, and her devotion to her family, friends, and neighbors. The Ashton Funeral Home, Easton is handling the arrangements. Memorial contributions may be made the American Heart Association, www.heart.org. Offer online condolences at www.AshtonFuneralHome.com.

Janet A. Davies, 96, of Easton, died Wednesday, December 6, 2023 in her home. Born May 15, 1927 in Easton, she was the daughter of the late Arthur and Frances (Roling) Weston. She was predeceased by her husband, William C. Davies, Sr. Janet was a member of Palmer Moravian Church and served on the Women’s Board of Easton Hospital.

Surviving are three children, Bill Davies and his wife, Pat, Bob Davies, and Barbara Soloe and her husband, John; three grandchildren, Katelyn Davies, John Soloe and his wife, Marissa, and Steven Soloe; and two great grandchildren, Madalyn Rose Soloe and Brayden Alex Soloe.

Services will be private with interment in Northampton Memorial Shrine. The Ashton Funeral Home, Easton is handling the arrangements. Memorial contributions may be made to St. Luke’s Hospice, www.slhn.org/development. Offer online condolences at www.AshtonFuneralHome.com.

Raquel Luzon, 55 of Easton, PA died Wednesday, November 29, 2023 at Lehigh Valley Hospital-Cedar Crest. Born January 11, 1968 in the Dominican Republic, she was a daughter of Ramona Cueto and the late George Bueno.

She is survived by her mother, Ramona; her children: Jael, Karen and Jessica; granddaughter: Kahslin; and her siblings: Melida, Gorge, Loyda, Ruth, Alex, Esmirna, Miriam and Addy.

Offer online condolences at www.AshtonFuneralHome.com.

Mildred Anna Weaver, 91 of Easton, PA died Tuesday, November 28, 2023 at New Eastwood Care and Rehabilitation Center. Born February 29, 1932 in Bethlehem Twp., PA she was a daughter of the late Otto and Saloma (Fehnel) Weaver. She attended Bethel Memorial Baptist Church and the former Good Shepherd Lutheran Church. Mildred was a member of the Christian Women’s Club and loved to knit, crochet and embroider. She especially loved time with her nieces, nephews and their families.

She is survived by her brother: William A. Weaver (wife Mae Coreen) of Palmer Twp., PA; nieces, nephews, great-nieces and nephews and sister-in-law: Gladys Weaver. She was predeceased by her siblings: Carl O. Weaver, Betty Perelli, and Gladys Burgio.

Graveside services will be held 1 PM Tuesday (Dec. 5) at Northampton Memorial Shrine, 3051 Green Pond Rd., Easton. The Ashton Funeral Home, Easton is handling arrangements. Memorial contributions may be made to the Salvation Army of Easton, 1110 Northampton St., Easton, PA 18042. Offer online condolences at www.AshtonFuneralHome.com.

Charles William Altemose, Sr., 85, of Palmer Township, died peacefully on Monday, November 27, 2023 in Saucon Valley Manor. Born May 2, 1938 in Coplay, he was the son of the late William and Marie (Kroboth) Altemose. His wife of 41 years, Magdalene M. “Mickie” (Nemeth) Altemose died in 2002. Charles graduated from Allentown Central Catholic High School in 1956 and served in the US Army stationed at Fort Belvoir, VA. He was discharged in 1963. He also served in the US Army Corps of Engineers. Before entering the Army in 1961, he worked for Grammes Inc. He most recently worked at the Palmer Township Recycling Center until retiring. Prior to that he was a commercial artist for Dixie Cup, Easton for over 15 years until 1980. He was also a technical illustrator at J.T. Baker/Procter & Gamble and various advertising and packaging companies. He was a member of American Legion Brown and Lynch Post #9 and was a bugler with their Honor Guard. He was also a member of the Dixie Bowling League. Charles enjoyed painting watercolor scenes reminiscent of the times spent with his wife. He also enjoyed various forms of music, including classic 1950’s Rock and Roll which he and his wife grew up listening to. He was an avid enthusiast of vintage Lionel trains and 1950’s American cars.

Surviving are a daughter, Jane Frances (Altemose) Schmidt and her husband, Joseph Schmidt of Hagerstown, MD; a son, Charles William Altemose, Jr. and his wife, Susan (Abert) Altemose of Hellertown; five granddaughters, Victoria Schmidt, Kelly Schmidt, Elizabeth Altemose, Susan Altemose, and Faith (Grozier) MacLaughlin; and one great grandson. He was predeceased by his sister, Dorothy “Sister Charlene” Altemose.

Services will be held at 2:00 pm on Friday, December 1, 2023 in the Ashton Funeral Home, 1337 Northampton St., Easton. A visitation will be held from 1:00 pm until service time on Friday in the funeral home. Interment will be in Northampton Memorial Shrine. Memorial contributions may be made to Good Days, www.mygooddays.org. Offer online condolences at www.AshtonFuneralHome.com.

Anna Amelia Kohler, 80 of Easton, PA died Sunday, November 26, 2023 at home. Born August 27, 1943 in Ackermanville, PA, she was a daughter of the late Gladys (Pysher) and James A. Shuman, Sr. She was a 1961 graduate of Easton High School and was employed by Orr’s of Easton, Strongwear Pants and Burger King for many years. Anna was an active member of First Moravian Church where she taught Sunday School and Bible School. She was also a member of William Parsons Chapter #185, OES; Varsity E Club; and a Brownie Leader for Troop 414. Anna loved arts and crafts and, in her words, “painting pictures with needle and thread”.  She won many awards for her artwork, especially for her counted cross-stitch creations.

She is survived by her children: Thomas A. Kohler (wife Kim) of Palmer Twp., PA, Debra A. Detwiler (husband Jeffrey) of Wind Gap, PA; brothers: Roy E. Shuman of The Villages, FL, Wayne R. Shuman of Bangor, PA; and 4 grandchildren: Seth Yahraes, Andrea Yahraes, Thomas C. Kohler and Jessica Detwiler. She was predeceased by her husband of 41 years: Thomas M. Kohler, brother: James A. Shuman, Jr. and sisters: Carol Stocker and Linda Miller.

Services are 11 AM Thursday (Nov. 30) in First Moravian Church, 225 N. 10th St., Easton with a calling period from 10 to 11 AM in the church. Interment is in Forks Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made to the church. Offer online condolences at www.AshtonFuneralHome.com.