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December 1, 2015
Richard R. Young, 63, of Northampton, died Tuesday, December 1, 2015 in his home.
Born February 9, 1952 in Woodbridge, NJ, he was a son of the late August O. and Margaret L. (Kutcher) Young.
Richard worked at LifePath, Bethlehem for many years.
His sister, Nancy Coursen died earlier.
Services will be private. The Ashton Funeral Home, Easton is handling the arrangements. Offer online condolences at www.AshtonFuneralHome.com.
November 30, 2015
Frederick C. Stineman, 81, of Bethlehem, PA, died November 30, 2015 in ManorCare, Old Orchard, Palmer Township.
Born in Philadelphia, PA, he was a son of the late Ellis E. and Margaret S. Stineman.
He was a chef in the Philadelphia area.
Surviving are his sisters, Jean and Rowena and nieces, nephews and cousins. His sister, Margaret and his brothers, John and Alan died earlier.
Services were held in Philadelphia at the convenience of the family. Offer online condolences at www.AshtonFuneralHome.com.
November 26, 2015
Rev. Alan R. Tulp, 83, of Easton, died Thursday, November 26, 2015 in Easton Hospital.
Born March 23, 1932 in Newark, NJ, he was a son of the late Harry C. and Helen G. (Meyers) Tulp, Sr.
He served in the US Army during the Korean War. He earned a BA from Fairleigh Dickinson University, a Master of Religious Education and a Master of Divinity from Drew University and a Doctor of Ministry from University of Science, Arts and Technology. He received The President’s Volunteer Service Award in 2014.
Surviving are a daughter, Dona Bartram of Pliny, WV; a son, Jacob Tulp of Easton; 4 brothers, Harry Tulp, Jr., Jack Tulp, Albert Tulp and Dr. Orien Tulp; 5 grandchildren and 8 great grandchildren.
A graveside service with Military Honors will be held at 11:00 am on Saturday, December 5, 2015 in the Maple Street Cemetery, Adams, Massachusetts. The Ashton Funeral Home, Easton is handling the arrangements.
Memorial contributions may be made to Safe Harbor, www.safeharboreaston.com or The Bridge Ministry, www.bridgeministry.org. Offer online condolences at www.AshtonFuneralHome.com.
November 21, 2015
Johnnie C. Sandiford, 66, of Easton, died Saturday, November 21, 2015 in ManorCare, Old Orchard.
Born December 15, 1948 in Colon, Panama, he was a son of Maria Page of Texas and the late Stanley Sandiford.
He worked in food service at Lafayette College for over 30 years.
Surviving with his mother, Maria, are 4 sons, Jonathan, Jarrett, Enrique and Isaiah Sandiford of Easton; 7 siblings, Sonia, Delores, Hortencia, Alicia, Mario, Ricardo and Veronica; and 6 grandchildren. His brother, Erlando died earlier.
Services will be private. Offer online condolences at www.AshtonFuneralHome.com.
November 19, 2015
Claudette M. Hunt, 79 of Bethlehem Twp., PA passed away Thursday, November 19, 2015 at home with her husband Richard and family by her side. Born January 19, 1936 in Easton, PA she was a daughter of the late Norman and Katherine (Kieffer) Wolfinger.
A 1953 graduate of Wilson High School, she had worked at the former Dixie Cup Co. as a secretary until her marriage in 1956. She was a faithful member of Green Pond United Methodist Church where she sang in the choir and held various positions in the church. She volunteered for Reach to Recovery of the American Cancer Society for more than 14 years and the State Theatre for 12 years.
She is survived by her husband of 59 years, Richard J.; sons: Robert and his wife Suzanne of Effort, PA, James and his wife Jill of Nazareth, PA; sisters and brother: Joan Walters, Jean Houck and Norman Wolfinger; son-in-law: Tom Wright; 6 grandchildren: Devin, Beth, Joshua, Jesse, Brandon and Shane; and 3 great-grandsons: Aiden, Blake and Andrew. She was predeceased by her daughter: Wendy Wright in 2007.
Services are 11 AM Monday, (Nov. 23) in Green Pond UM Church, 4411 Green Pond Rd, Easton with a calling period from 10 to 11 AM. The Ashton Funeral Home, Easton is handling the arrangements. Interment: Northampton Memorial Shrine.
Memorial contributions may be made to Green Pond UM Church 4411 Green Pond Rd, Easton, PA 18045.
Offer online condolences at www.AshtonFuneralHome.com.
November 18, 2015
Frederick E. May, Jr., 89 of Easton, PA died Wednesday, November 18, 2015 at St. Luke’s Hospital, Fountain Hill, PA. Born May 3, 1926 in Franklin, NJ he was a son of the late Lillian (Brinker) and Frederick May, Sr.
He was Fire Fighter for the City of Easton for 25 years, retiring as Captain in 1974. Fred was a member of St. Peter’s United Church of Christ, Tatamy and various area social clubs. He was a WWII Navy veteran and proud member of the NRA. He was also a member of F. & A.M., Easton Lodge and various area social clubs.
He is survived by a son: Donald A. May and his wife Connie of Nazareth, PA; grandchildren: Fred IV, Deana, Stephen, Matt and great-grandchildren: Gavin, Isabella, Amelia, Veronica and Kendall. He was predeceased by his wife: Thelma (Dunn) May in 2003 and a son: Frederick May, III in 2007.
Services are 10 AM Wednesday (Nov. 25) in the Ashton Funeral Home, 1337 Northampton St., Easton with visitation from 6:30 to 8 PM Tuesday. Interment will be in Northampton Memorial Shrine.
Memorial contributions may be made to the American Heart Association.
Offer online condolences at www.AshtonFuneralHome.com.
November 9, 2015
Larry D. Kinchen, 62 of Easton, PA died Monday, November 9, 2015 at home with his wife by his side and surrounded by love. He and his wife the former Mary Ann McNair have shared 30 years together. Born October 1, 1953 in Alberta, VA he was a son of the late Ellen (Word) and Major Kinchen.
Known as the “Pallet Man”, he had been employed by Purity Zinc in Easton for many years and prior to that by Pallet Express. He was a member of the Greater Shiloh Church of Easton and the South Side Civic Association. He was also an active member of the Democratic Party.
He is survived by his wife, Mary Ann; grandchildren: Morgan, Amber and Todd Williams; daughters: Katie Boylan and fiancé Josh Fry and her children: James, Saira and Zachary; April Blair and husband George and their family; Crystal Wright and her family; sisters: Frances Gillis and husband Cecil, Mabel Wynn and Margie Kinchen and many nieces and nephews. His beloved “Jake” died this year.
A Memorial Service will be held Friday, November 20 at 11 AM in The Greater Shiloh Church Chapel, 201 Brother Thomas Bright Ave., Easton, PA.
Memorial contributions may be made to St. Luke’s Hospice, 801 Ostrum St., Bethlehem, PA 18015.
Offer online condolences at www.AshtonFuneralHome.com.
November 7, 2015
Shirley D. (Sowers) Vine, 74, of Bethlehem, PA died Saturday, November 7, 2015 at Lehigh Valley Hospital, Muhlenberg. Born Jan. 21, 1941 in Lehighton, PA she was a daughter of the late Laura (Muthard) and Robert Sowers. She was a member of Rock Church, Easton. Shirley loved shuffleboard and was a member of the Keystone Ladies Shuffleboard Team.
She is survived by her husband of 22 years: David Vine; daughters: Denise Bartholomay and Laura Kleedorfer; sister: Alverta Huber; 5 grandchildren: Joshua Kleedorfer, Robert, Garrett, Braden and Brienna Bartholomay; and 4 great-grandchildren. She was predeceased by a son: Harry “Tony” Bartholomay and daughter: Shirl Lynn Jacobsen.
Service is 9:30 AM Friday (Nov. 13) in Ashton Funeral Home, 1337 Northampton St., Easton, PA with calling period from 7 to 8:30 PM Thursday and 8:30 to 9:30 AM Friday. Interment will be in Friedens Cemetery, Slatington.
Contributions may be made to Denise Bartholomay c/o the funeral home.
Offer online condolences at www.AshtonFuneralHome.com.