Obituaries

Arthur H. “The Chest” Beinlich, 82, of Bethlehem Township, died Tuesday, August 22, 2023 in his home. Born September 3, 1940 in Easton, he was the son of the late Eric G. Beinlich, Sr. and Hilda (Mack) Beinlich. He and his wife, Sandra (Meyers) Beinlich were married 58 years. Arthur graduated from Penn State, served in the Navy during the Vietnam War, and was an avid sports fan. He was an explosives engineer for Vibra-Tech, Tamaqua. Prior to that he worked for Orica Explosives, Canada, and Cleveland-Cliffs Iron Ore Mine, Ishpeming, Mich.

Surviving with his wife, Sandra, are a son, Keith A. Beinlich and his partner, Felicia Dettmer; two daughters, Lori A. Lehr and her husband, Jeremy, and Vicky L. Geiger and her husband, David; and six grandchildren, Jermeil, Nicholas, Jamie, Tyler, Madison (with whom he shared their birthday), and Nathan. Two sons, Scott A. Beinlich and Todd E. Beinlich; a brother, Eric G. Beinlich, Jr.; and a sister, Arlene Schwartz died earlier.

Private services with military honors will be held at Northampton Memorial Shrine. The Ashton Funeral Home, Easton is handling the arrangements. Offer online condolences at www.AshtonFuneralHome.com.

Kevin Lee Schlough, 62, of Forks Township, died Monday, August 21, 2023 in Lehigh Valley Hospital. Born June 13, 1961 in Easton, he was the son of Barbara (Ahart) Schlough. He and his wife, Susan (Rosenkranz) Schlough have been together for 40 years. Kevin served in the Army and was an electrician for the City of Easton for 15 years. He was an avid photographer and was the founder of the Facebook Group, “Frozen in Time. Lehigh Valley and Surrounding Areas”.

Surviving with his wife, Susan are a step-daughter, Lisa Williams and her husband, Ellis; a brother, Douglas Schlough and his wife, Chris; and a grandson, Jacob Behler.

An informal gathering and Celebration of Life will be held from 6:00 to 7:30 pm on Thursday, August 31, 2023 at Miguel’s Restaurant, 5881 Sullivan Trail, Nazareth. The Ashton Funeral Home, Easton is handling the arrangements. Offer online condolences at www.AshtonFuneralHome.com.

Howard Brainerd Foltz, 68, of Bethlehem, passed away on August 18, 2023 after a well fought battle with cancer. Born March 26, 1955 in Easton, he was the son of the late William A. and Nancy (Brainerd) Foltz. He and his wife, Pam (Ridge) Foltz were married 43 years. Howard was a graduate of The Lawrenceville School, Lehigh University (BS and MBA) and he was a CPA. He was currently managing the family real estate investment business. He was a former member of the Big Boulder Ski Patrol, an active Blue Mountain Ski Instructor, an avid golfer, and a big Lehigh football fan.

Surviving with his wife, Pam, are a daughter, Kate Anglin and her husband, Ben; a son, Ben Foltz and his wife, Erin; three brothers, Bob Foltz, David Foltz, and Jonathan Foltz; and he was Granddad to Maddie, Jack, Rowan, and Hannah.

A Celebration of Life reception will be held on Saturday, August 26, 2023 from 1:00 to 4:00 pm at Northampton Country Club, 5049 William Penn Highway, Easton. The Ashton Funeral Home, Easton is assisting with the arrangements. In the spirit of Howard’s philanthropy to education, memorial contributions can be made to the Nancy B. and William A. Foltz Scholarship Fund c/o Northampton Community College Foundation, 3835 Green Pond Road, Bethlehem, PA 18020, or www.northampton.edu/online-giving. Offer online condolences at www.AshtonFuneralHome.com.

David W. Schlough, Sr., 80, of Easton, PA passed away Friday, August 18, 2023 at Abington Manor, Easton. Born July 5, 1943 in Easton, he was the son of the late Marjorie (Young) and Frederick G. Schlough. A graduate of Easton High School, he was employed by Mack Printing for many years before retiring. Following his retirement, he worked for Advance Auto Parts. He was a member of the Easton Masonic Lodge and a Wilson Civil Defense volunteer. He loved going to flea markets and finding collectibles, including baseball cards and coins. In his younger years, he was an avid hunter with his father and mother.

He is survived by his son: David, Jr. and his wife Tammy of Forks Twp., PA; and two grandchildren: Hannah and Nathan. He was predeceased by his wife Helen.

Services are 2 PM Tuesday (Aug. 22) in the Ashton Funeral Home, 1337 Northampton St., Easton, PA with visitation from 1 to 2 PM. Interment in Northampton Memorial Shrine. Memorial contributions may be made to the Alzheimer’s Association. Offer online condolences at www.AshtonFuneralHome.com.

Ella A. Compagnola, 69 of Wilson Borough, PA died Monday, August 14, 2023 at New Eastwood Rehab Center. Born September 21, 1953 in Easton, PA, she was a daughter of the late Anna (Moffitt) and Melvin Hess. She was a 1972 graduate of Easton High School and attended Churchman’s Business School. Ella was employed by Valley Federal Savings for many years.

She is survived by her husband of 47 years, Joseph Compagnola, Sr.; her son: Joseph Compagnola, Jr. and his wife Alexis of Wilson Borough; and 2 grandchildren: Kaylei and Seth Compagnola. Ella had nine brothers and sisters. Services are private. The Ashton Funeral Home, Easton, is handling arrangements. Offer online condolences at www.AshtonFuneralHome.com.