Obituaries

Janet Ann Ollendorf, 77 of Forks Twp., PA died Saturday, August 10, 2024 at Lehigh Valley Hospital-Muhlenberg, Bethlehem, PA. Born November 10, 1946 in New York City, New York she was a daughter of the late Antoinette (Rendina) and Enrico Sublime. She was a graduate of St. Nicholas of Tolentino Catholic High School and Dominican University. Janet was a teacher for more than 25 years at the Willow Grove Elementary School in Hackettstown, NJ before retiring.

She is survived by her husband of 56 years: Richard G. Ollendorf; her daughter: Christina Bartow (husband Shawn) of Phillipsburg, NJ; her son: Peter Ollendorf of Stanhope, NJ; 2 sisters: Annette Stark of Delray Beach, FL, Patricia Valentine of Sanford, FL; and 3 grandchildren: Meghan and Katherine Barone and Anthony Ollendorf.

A memorial mass will be held 11 AM, Saturday, Sept. 21, 2024 at St. Rocco’s Roman Catholic Church, 6658 School St., Martins Creek, PA followed by a luncheon to celebrate her life at the home of Christina and Shawn to share stories and memories until 5pm. Please RSVP to  cmb769@gmail.com  by Sept. 13th.

The Ashton Funeral Home, Easton, PA is handling arrangements. Offer online condolences at www.AshtonFuneralHome.com.

Elsie J. Amy, 95 formerly of Wilson Borough, PA passed away Thursday, August 8, 2024 at the Easton Skilled Nursing Center. Born August 14, 1928 in Easton, PA she was the daughter of the late Violet (Feeman) and Alex Powell. Her husband of 61 years, Robert C. Amy, passed away September 13, 2009. A 1946 graduate of Easton High School, she was employed by Mack Printing in the bindery department for 17 years before retiring in 1990. Elsie was a former member of First United Church of Christ where she served as a Sunday School teacher for many years. She loved spending time with her family, especially the children and she enjoyed going to bingo as well as reading and doing puzzles of all kinds.

She is survived by 2 daughters: Deborah Happel (husband Wayne) of Wilson Borough and Roberta Rapp (husband Brian) of Bethlehem Twp., PA; a sister: Dawn Medlar of Levittown, PA; 5 grandchildren: Jessica, Luanne, Lauren, Andrew and Stephanie; and 8 great-grandchildren: Mason, Anaiya, Natalie, Jacob, Matthew, Hunter, Timber and Killian. In addition to her husband, she was predeceased by her brothers: Ralph Powell and Alex Powell, Jr.

Services are private. The Ashton Funeral Home, Easton, PA is handling arrangements. Memorial contributions may be made to St. Luke’s Hospice c/o Development Office , 801 Ostrum St. , Bethlehem, PA 18015. Offer online condolences at www.AshtonFuneralHome.com.

Eleanor McHale, 72, formerly of Forks Township, died Thursday, August 8, 2024 in Puyallup, Washington. Born January 18, 1952 in Newark, NJ, she was the daughter of the late Frank and Helen (Pollice) Prott. Her husband, Paul T. McHale died in 2000. Eleanor worked at Lafayette College for 30 years and retired in 2018.

Surviving are two sons, Paul J. McHale and Anthony R. McHale; and two sisters, Lorraine Malbaurn and Diane Munson.

A visitation will be held from 10:00 am to 11:00 am on Wednesday, August 21, 2024 in the Ashton Funeral Home, 1337 Northampton St., Easton. A graveside service will follow at Holy Saviour Cemetery, Bethlehem. Offer online condolences at www.AshtonFuneralHome.com.

Rona P. Esparza, 65, of Phillipsburg, died Tuesday, August 6, 2024 in her home. Born December 15, 1958 in New York City, she was the daughter of the late Isadore and Shirley (Rothkopf) Panchuck. She and her husband, George M. Esparza, owned Armadillo- Aire Productions. She attended Tulane University and was a graduate of The University of Texas at Austin. Rona was a member of the American Symphony Orchestra League.

Surviving with her husband, George, are her son Joshua Esparza and her sister, Barbara Cannon.

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

Floyd “Chuck” Givler, Jr., 85, formerly of Forks Township, died Monday, August 5, 2024 in Phoebe Home, Richlandtown. Born November 2, 1938 in Allentown, he was the son of the late Floyd Givler, Sr. and Isabel (Derr) Givler. He was a high school social studies teacher at Belvidere High School for over 35 years until retiring in 1996. He was also the Motor Sports Editor for the Express-Times. He was a graduate of William Allen High School and Kutztown University and received two master’s degrees from Lehigh University. He was a member of Forks United Church of Christ, Stockertown and a member of the Independence Townhomes HOA, Forks Township. Chuck was a basketball official with the Easton Chapter of the PIAA and he was the union president of the Belvidere Education Association and the Warren County Education Association. He coached the boys and girls basketball teams and the girls softball team at Belvidere High School and was the supervisor of the high school Mock Trial team. Chuck was also a volunteer coach for the Forks Township Basketball Association.

Surviving are a son, David Givler and his wife, Kathy of Washington, NJ; a daughter, Brenda Givler and her husband, Russell Roth of Coopersburg; a brother, Thomas Givler; three grandchildren, three great grandchildren; and a nephew, Thomas Givler, Jr. He was predeceased by a sister, Doris Givler and his fiance’ Joanne Slaboden.

Services will be held at 11:00 am on Monday, August 12, 2024 in the Ashton Funeral Home, 1337 Northampton St., Easton. A visitation will be held on Sunday, August 11, 2024 from 5:00 to 7:00 pm in the funeral home. Memorial contributions may be made to Safe Harbor, www.SafeHarborEaston.com or Animals in Distress, www.animalsindistresspa.org. Offer online condolences at www.AshtonFuneralHome.com.

Norma Luciano, 67 of Easton, PA died Monday, August 5, 2024 at home. Born September 11, 1956 in Arecibo, Puerto Rico, she was a daughter of the late Maria Perez and Herman Luciano. She was a graduate of John Jay High School and devoted parishioner of St. Patrick’s Roman Catholic Church in Long Island, NY.

She is survived by her daughter: Jeanice Bartley with whom she resided; 2 sons: Prudencio and Louis Aviles; 5 brothers and sisters: Ricardo, Herman, Gladys, Elizabeth, and Maria Luciano; 11 grandchildren: Tiffany, Robert, Katelyn, Keith, Angelica, Isaiah, Unique, Donyashia, Liliana, Louis and Layla; and 6 great-grandchildren: Marcell, Aiden, Anylah, Madison, Alana and Arron. Her longtime companion, Thomas Miller predeceased her.

Services are 10:30 AM Friday (August 9) in the Ashton Funeral Home, 1337 Northampton St., Easton, PA with visitation 6 to 7:30 PM Thursday and 9:30 to 10:30 AM Friday.  Interment is in Easton Cemetery.  Offer online condolences at www.AshtonFuneralHome.com.

Robert A. “Bob” Courtright, Jr., 59 of Phillipsburg, NJ died Wednesday, July 31, 2024 at St. Luke’s Hospital, Warren Campus. Born December 29, 1964 in Easton, PA he was a son of the late Robert Courtright, Sr. and Mary Lou (Harlan) Wollman. He was a 1983 graduate of Easton High School and earned Certifications as a welder and an auto mechanic. His wife, Stephanie (Phillips) Courtright died in 2019. He had been employed by Bi-State Construction in Tatamy. Bob was a member of the Welders Union and former member of Palmer Moravian Church. He also loved collecting childhood memorabilia, antiques and St. Bernard dogs.

He is survived by his daughter: Alexis Courtright of Macungie, PA; stepdaughter: Elyssa Davis of Wilson Borough; his sister: Sue Gannon (husband Tim) of Palmer Twp.; his brother: Jim Wollman (wife Felicia) of Easton; nieces and nephew: Krista, Kelsi, Justine and James.

A memorial service will be held 10:30 AM Wednesday (August 7) in the Ashton Funeral Home, 1337 Northampton St., Easton, PA with a calling period from 9:30 to 10:30 AM. Interment is private in Northampton Memorial Shrine. Memorial contributions may be made to the American Heart Association at www.heart.org. Offer online condolences at www.AshtonFuneralHome.com.

Roslyne B. Smolow, 97, of Palmer Township, died Monday, July 29 2024 in Moravian Hall Square. Born March 3, 1927 in Easton, she was the daughter of the late Louis and Rose (Share) Bugen. Her husband, William J. Smolow died in 2013. She was an elementary school teacher in the Easton Area School District, retiring in 1988. Roslyne was a member of Congregation Bnai Shalom, Easton. She was a member of the Lehigh Valley Bridge Association and had a Life Master ranking in the American Contract Bridge League. She was also a former member of Northampton Country Club.

Surviving are two sons, Mitchell Smolow and his wife, Donna, of Shavertown, PA and Mark Smolow of Nazareth; six grandchildren; and six great granddaughters. She was predeceased by two brothers and three sisters.

Services will be held at 1:00 pm on Wednesday, July 31, 2024 in Bnai Shalom synagogue, 1545 Bushkill St., Easton. Interment will be in Bnai Abraham Cemetery, Forks Township. The Ashton Funeral Home, Easton is handling the arrangements. Memorial contributions may be made to Congregation Bnai Shalom. Offer online condolences at www.AshtonFuneralHome.com.