Lester Thomas Werkheiser, 65 of Easton, PA died Sunday, September 20, 2026, at the St. Luke’s Hospice House in Bethlehem. Born March 20, 1961, in Easton, he was a son of the late Mary (Tiger) and Stanley Werkheiser, Sr. Lester was a Merchant Marine for most of his life and had also worked for the Marion County Recycling Center in Florida. Lester loved to hunt, loved socializing with people on his walks through town and was known for sharing chocolate covered cherries with those he met.
He is survived by his brothers: Stanley Werkheiser, Jr. of Etters, PA, Barry Werkheiser of Easton; a sister: Jennie Werkheiser of Allentown; nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by siblings: Donald Werkheiser, John Werkheiser, Barbara Haydt and Judy Diehl.
Graveside Services will be held at 11 AM Friday (September 25) in the Northampton Memorial Shrine, 3051 Green Pond Rd., Easton. The Ashton Funeral Home, Easton is handling arrangements. Offer online condolences at www.AshtonFuneralHome.com.
Ralph F. Green, 80, of Wilson Borough, died Saturday, September 19, 2026 in his home. Born December 27, 1945 in Stroudsburg, he was the son of the late Albert F. Green and Bertha R. (Hardy) Garris. Ralph served in the Air Force during the Vietnam War.
Surviving are two daughters, Kellie Ann Corredine and Anissa Marie Goudeau and his friends, Carol and Paul Nelson.
A graveside service will be held at 11:00 am on Tuesday, September 29, 2026 in Easton Cemetery, 401 North 7th St., Easton. The Ashton Funeral Home, Easton is handling the arrangements. Offer online condolences at www.AshtonFuneralHome.com.
Jeffrey J. Jocsak, 70, of Nazareth PA, died peacefully Friday, Sept. 18, 2026 surrounded by family at his sister’s home. Born in Easton, PA he was the son of the late James A. and Emily Jocsak. He and his wife Brenda (Letson) Jocsak were happily married 50 years. He deeply valued his faith as one of Jehovah’s Witnesses, serving for decades with the Nazareth and Easton congregations.
Jeff possessed many talents, a sense of humor, and a strong work ethic. He retired from the computer and remodeling industries. A skilled craftsman and problem solver, he enjoyed helping friends and neighbors. He was also an avid organic gardener.
Surviving with his wife Brenda, are his sister Jessica and brother-in-law Ben Jones III, nephew Hayden, nieces Hayley, Hannah, and Emylu, many friends and relatives. He was predeceased by his sister Laureen..
Memorial donations are suggested at donate.jw.org for the worldwide work that was close to Jeff’s heart, or to the Nazareth Congregation of Jehovah’s Witnesses, 2372 Yost Rd, Bath PA 18014. In gratitude for their care, donations may also be made to St. Luke’s Hospice, Development Office, 801 Ostrum St, Bethlehem PA 18015, https://go.sluhn.org/hospice.
Services are private and at the convenience of the family. The Ashton Funeral Home, Easton is handling arrangements. Offer online condolences at www.AshtonFuneralHome.com.
Shirley Ann Curto, 90 of Bangor, PA died Monday, September 14, 2026 at Arden Courts of Old Orchard, Bethlehem Twp., PA. Born September 28, 1935 in Easton, PA she was a daughter of the late Lillian (Kuhns) and Charles McIntyre, Sr. She was a 1954 graduate of Wilson High School where she was a head majorette and the first female class president. Shirley was employed by the former Laneco and by Binney and Smith for many years before retiring. She was a member of St. Andrew’s Lutheran Church, Easton and one of her favorite past-times was shopping.
She is survived by her children: Kathy Boettger of Forks Twp., PA, Kerry Dailey (wife Patrice) of Bangor, PA; Chuck Dailey with whom she resided: son-in -law: Ronald Sigafoos of Palmer Twp., PA; daughter-in-law: Heather Dailey of Bangor, PA; grandchildren: Heather Marshall (husband Jeffrey), Kerreshe Dailey, Ashley Sigafoos, Patrick Dailey; and great-grandchildren: Taryn and Kirsten Marshall. She was predeceased by her husband: Charles “Chot” Curto; her daughter: Kim Sigafoos; son-in-law: Alfred Boettger; and 10 brothers and sisters.
Visitation will be held from 10 to 11 AM Friday (Sept. 18) in the Ashton Funeral Home, 1337 Northampton St., Easton, PA followed by a service at 11:00 AM. Interment is in Northampton Memorial Shrine. Contributions in her memory may be made to any Alzheimer’s or Dementia Research association. Offer online condolences at www.AshtonFuneralHome.com.
Virginia “Ginger” Anderson Gerspach, 82, of Bluffton, South Carolina, passed away on September 10, 2026, at Tampa General Hospital in Tampa, Florida.
Ginger was born on November 8, 1943, in Easton, Pennsylvania. She was raised on College Hill, attended March Elementary School, and graduated from Easton Area High School in 1961. She graduated from The Pennsylvania State University in 1965 and continued her education at Temple University, earning her master’s degree in elementary education as well as her principal’s certificate.
Ginger devoted 38 years to education, teaching second grade in the Interboro School District at Norwood Elementary School in Norwood, Pennsylvania. Her dedication to her students and the teaching profession was recognized when she received The Pennsylvania State University Outstanding Teacher Award in 2000. Throughout her nearly four decades in the classroom, Ginger left a lasting impact on generations of students and their families.
Ginger had a special gift for bringing learning to life beyond the classroom. For many years, she took her students to Washington, D.C., where they visited the White House and the U.S. Capitol and laid wreaths at the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier at Arlington National Cemetery. She inspired curiosity, a love of learning, and a deeper appreciation for our country in all who knew her.
Ginger married David E. Gerspach in 1968, beginning nearly 58 years together filled with family, cherished friendships, and countless wonderful memories. An avid Penn State football fan and Philadelphia sports enthusiast, Ginger also treasured summers “down the shore” in Avalon, New Jersey, as well as trips to the casinos with her twin sister, Carolyn. After moving to Bluffton, South Carolina, Ginger especially enjoyed having her family and grandchildren close by and being a part of their everyday lives.
Ginger was a member of College Hill Presbyterian Church and, over the years, was also affiliated with the Junior League of the Lehigh Valley (Emeritus Status), Northampton Country Club in Easton, Pennsylvania, The Pomfret Club of Easton, Ducks Unlimited International, and a member of the Penn State Alumni Association of the Low Country. She was also a devoted dog lover.
Ginger was preceded in death by her parents, Evelyn and Elwood C. Anderson, and her brother, Donald C. Anderson.
Ginger is survived by her husband, David E. Gerspach; her niece, Virginia B. O’Gorman, and her husband, Timothy; her nephew, Colonel Hugh Bloom III; her niece, Kimberly A. Wismer, and her husband, Austin; her nephew, Scott C. Anderson, and his wife, Angela; her twin sister, Carolyn A. Bloom; her sister-in-law, Ann Anderson; and her grandchildren, Caroline E. O’Gorman and Timothy P. O’Gorman Jr.
Services will be held Wednesday, September 16 at 12:00 p.m. at Sauls Funeral Home in Bluffton, South Carolina. A reception will follow at the Okatie Ale House in Okatie, South Carolina.
In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to The National Kidney Foundation or Pawsitive Rescuers through the Community Foundation of the Lowcountry.
Dohn O. Zella, 66, of Palmer Township, died Saturday, September 5, 2026 in St. Luke’s Hospital. Born January 12, 1960 in Welch, WV, he was the son of Mary Ann (Smith) Zella of Palmer Township and the late John D. Zella. Dohn worked for Binney and Smith, Forks Township for 17 years until retiring in 2014. Prior that he worked for Mobil Chemical, Washington, NJ.
Surviving with his mother, Mary Ann, are two sons, Dohn Zella, Jr. of Palmer Township and Dain Zella of Pamer Township; four siblings, twin brother, John Zella, Stephanie Jones, Scott Zella and Stephen Zella and his ex-wife, Joy Zella.
A visitation will be held from 6:00 to 7:00 pm on Wednesday, September 16, 2026 in the Ashton Funeral Home, 1337 Northampton St., Easton. The family offers thanks to the staff of DaVita Dialysis Center and requests memorial contributions to the American Kidney Fund, www.kidneyfund.org. Offer online condolences at www.AshtonFuneralHome.com.
Luz M. Santiago Melendez, 91, of Bethlehem, died Saturday, September 5, 2026 in her home. Born July 5, 1935 in Canovanas, Puerto Rico, she was the daughter of the late Jesus Santiago and Adela Melendez.
Services will be private with interment in Forks Cemetery. The Ashton Funeral Home, Easton is handling the arrangements. Offer online condolences at www.AshtonFuneralHome.com.
Julia Lois Rhodes, 69 of Upper Nazareth Township, PA died Friday, September 4, 2026 at the Gracedale Nursing Home, Nazareth. Services are private with interment in Forks Cemetery. The Ashton Funeral Home, Easton, PA is handling arrangements. Offer online condolences at www.AshtonFuneralHome.com.
