Obituaries

Robert W. Wolfinger, 92, of Country Meadows, Bethlehem, formerly of Raubsville, PA passed away peacefully on Saturday, June 19, 2021. He is now once again dancing polkas with his beloved wife of 52 years, Barbara, who passed in 2008. Bob was born on March 25, 1929 in Harrow, Bucks County, PA to the late Henry and Bertha (Lightcap) Wolfinger. In addition to his parents and wife, he was predeceased by six brothers and two sisters.

Bob graduated from Nockamixon High School. Shortly after graduation, Bob enlisted in the US Navy. After receiving his training, he was stationed in Little Creek, VA aboard the USS LST 980, later named the USS Meeker County, as an Enginemen. While serving during the Korean War, tours took him to the Mediterranean, Caribbean, and Greenland.
Upon his honorable discharge in December 1951, Bob started his career as an auto mechanic at Reedman Cadillac, later going to work with his brother George at Wolfinger Dodge, and ultimately working at Met-Ed, all in Easton, retiring in 1989 as a Fleet Supervisor after 23 years of service.
Upon retirement, Bob and Barb together enjoyed snow birding in North Fort Myers, Florida, cruises, casino trips and the annual Navy LST Reunion, which was held all along the eastern seaboard. Bob also enjoyed any time with family, especially his five grandsons.
Bob was a 32nd Degree Mason of Prosperity Lodge #567, F&AM, now Saucon Lodge #469, Scottish Rite, The Valley of Allentown, a member of the USS LST Ship Memorial LST 325 and a retired board member of the Raubsville Cemetery.
Bob is survived by his son Dale, and his wife Janice of Bethlehem, PA and daughter Brenda Newman, and her husband Stephen of Gettysburg, PA and five grandsons: Ryan, Michael, Jake, Scott and Timothy.
The family wishes to thank the dedicated staff at Country Meadows Bethlehem for the compassion and love given to Bob on a daily basis. In addition, the family would also like to thank St. Luke’s Hospice for their commitment to ensuring his comfort and peace during the last months of his lifelong journey and also to the family.

Per Bob’s request, interment in Raubsville Cemetery will be private. The Ashton Funeral Home, Easton, PA is handling the arrangements.
In lieu of flowers, contributions in Bob’s memory may be made to the USS LST Ship Memorial, Attn: Maintenance Fund, 610 NW Riverside Drive, Evansville, Indiana 47708 or to the Williams Township Fire Company, 2500 Morgan Hill Road, Easton, PA 18042.
Offer online condolences at www.AshtonFuneralHome.com.

Lorraine M. McBride, 73, of Saylorsburg, died Wednesday, June 16, 2021 in New Eastwood Healthcare Center. Born November 10, 1947 in Easton, she was a daughter of the late Raymond and Hazel (Stem) Sargent. She worked at Weiss Markets in Bangor and Brodheadsville.

Surviving are her children, Kelly Borger and her husband, Rodney of Stroudsburg and Darren McBride and his wife, Peggy of Bath; her companion, William Ponnett; four grandchildren and two great grandchildren. Her daughter, Terry Ann McBride died in 1979.

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

Elisabeth M. Schaefer, 90 of Quakertown, PA died Wednesday, June 16, 2021, at Meadow Glen of Phoebe Richland. Born June 20, 1930 in Lancaster, PA, she was a daughter of the late Edna (Turner) and the Reverend William Lewis MacDonald. Her husband Donald W. Schaefer died in 1979. She was a 1948 graduate of Roxborough High School and then later graduated from Women’s Hospital School of Nursing in Philadelphia. She was a nurse at St Christopher’s Hospital in Philadelphia and Lower Bucks Hospital in Bristol for many years before working at Dr. Nicholas J. Ferry’s office in Levittown, PA. Elisabeth has been a loyal and dedicated member of The United Methodist Church her entire life, having been a member of Quakertown UMC; Green Pond UMC in Easton and Emilie UMC in Levittown where she was active in the Free Spirits Group where she excelled in the game “Hand ‘n’ Foot”. She was also a member of the United Methodist Women and Middletown Seniors where she was lucky in BINGO. She loved her family and enjoyed baking cookies at Christmas and other delicious desserts, making meaningful counter cross-stitch projects for family and friends, and was an avid fan of the Philadelphia Phillies, the 76ers, and the Eagles.

She is survived by her children: Susan Cook (Gary) of The Villages, FL, the Hon. Judge Donald W. Schaefer, Jr. (Alicia) of Roswell, GA, Nancy Gust (Peter) of Langhorne, PA, Jane Robinson (Rev. Dr. Thomas) of Quakertown, PA, Elisabeth Muska (Michael) of Langhorne, PA; a sister: Ruth Rosvold (Robert) of Medford, NJ; and 9 grandchildren.

A Memorial Service will be held Friday, July 2 at 1 PM in the Ashton Funeral Home, 1337 Northampton St., Easton. Interment will be private in Emilie UM Church Cemetery, Levittown. Memorial contributions may be made to Meadow Glen at Phoebe Richland, Office of Philanthropy, 1925 W. Turner St., Allentown, PA 18104. Offer online condolences at www.AshtonFuneralHome.com.

William W. “Bill” Burd, 96, of Palmer Township, died Thursday, June 10, 2021 in his home. Born March 29, 1925 in Port Colden, NJ, he was a son of the late William Burd and Julia (Mowder) Hill. His wife, Gloria (Unangst) Burd died last year.

Bill graduated from Washington High School, Washington, NJ and served in the Navy during WWII. He worked at Ingersoll-Rand for 43 years and retired in 1989. He was a member of the American Legion and the VFW and was an avid golfer and bowler.

Surviving are his children, Nancy Stoelzl and her husband, Pete; Karen Gasda and her husband, Jerry, and George Bertolet and his wife, Maureen; eight grandchildren and nine great grandchildren.

Services will be private. Interment will be in Forks Cemetery. The Ashton Funeral Home, Easton is handling the arrangements.
Memorial contributions may be made to BAYADA Home Health Care, www.bayada.com.
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Nancy S. Wilson, 87 of Easton, PA died Wednesday, June 9, 2021, at Saucon Valley Manor, Hellertown, PA. Born April 2, 1934, in Easton, she was the daughter of the late Harold W. and Helen (Mack) Streeter. She was a 1948 graduate of March Elementary School and 1951 graduate of Easton High School. She attended Cedar Crest College and graduated from the Easton Hospital School of Nursing. She was employed by the Spring Garden Children’s Center for many years before retiring and served on their Board of Directors. Nancy was a lifelong member of First Presbyterian Church, Easton where she was a Sunday School teacher, Deacon and member of the Memorial Bell Choir. She was also a 30-year volunteer for Meals on Wheels and she proudly continued the family tradition of rescuing and caring for unwanted animals.

She is survived by her husband of 65 years, John W. Wilson, Jr.; her children: Michael and Timothy Wilson, Melinda Reighard and Amy Hilliard; and 2 granddaughters: Erica and Adrienne Reighard. She was predeceased by a son Jeffrey.

Graveside services will be held 12 PM, Saturday, June 19, at the Easton Cemetery Chapel, N. 7th St., Easton, with an opportunity to greet the family prior to the service. The Ashton Funeral Home Easton is handling arrangements.

Memorial contributions may be made to First Presbyterian Church, 333 Spring Garden St., Easton 18042, or the Center for Animal Health and Welfare, 1165 Island Park Rd., Easton 18042. Offer online condolences at www.AshtonFuneralHome.com.

Anna E. “Ann” Bodder, 77, of Palmer Township, died Monday, June 7, 2021 in Lehigh Valley Hospital. Born July 22, 1943 in Brooklyn, NY, she was a daughter of the late Frank O. and Elizabeth M. (Stevenson) Wallin. She and her husband, Samuel S. Bodder were married 16 years. Her first husband, Rev. Joel H. Panté died in 1995.

Ann graduated from Erasmus Hall High School, Brooklyn and was a customer service representative for Aetna Insurance Company for over 24 years until retiring in 2003. She was a devoted Christian and very active and dedicated to her church, Bethel Memorial Baptist Church, Palmer Township, where she served as a deacon and was a leader of the JOY Club. She was also a volunteer for Meals on Wheels.

Surviving with her husband, Samuel, are two daughters, Donna McGibbon and her husband, Frank of Macungie and Valerie Bowls and her husband, Derek of Richland, WA; a son, Jonathan Panté and his wife, Jill of Newark, DE; a step-daughter, Jennifer Liberta; and eight grandchildren.

Services will be held at 11:00 am on Friday, June 11, 2021 in Bethel Memorial Baptist Church, 715, Chestnut Lane, Palmer Township. A visitation will be held from 10:00 am until service time on Friday in the church. Interment will be private in Pinelawn Memorial Park, Farmingdale, NY. The Ashton Funeral Home, Easton is handling the arrangements.
Memorial contributions may be made to Bethel Memorial Baptist Church, www.bmbceaston.com. Offer online condolences at www.AshtonFuneralHome.com.

William F. Brown, 75 of Mt. Bethel, PA died June 6, 2021 at St. Luke’s Hospital, Anderson Campus. Born October 24, 1945, he was a son of William Brown and Jessica Dickerson Hummel and stepson of James Hummel. He had been employed by the Steelworkers Union, Philadelphia and TA Centers of America in Columbia, NJ. Bill was an avid Philadelphia sports fan and loved listening and singing Elvis music. He also enjoyed impersonating Elvis at family parties. He was a funny guy in a quiet way with a funny one liner here and there.

He is survived by his wife: Linda; his daughter: Bethann; sisters: Florence Anderson and Evelyn Martin. He was the brother-in-law of: Lillian Schembs, Lorraine Titlow (Fred), Jack Titlow (Lisa), Lisa Kucher (Steven); and an uncle to many nieces and nephews.

A Celebration of his Life will be held 11 AM, Saturday, July 3 in the Ashton Funeral Home, 1337 Northampton St., Easton, PA with a calling period from 10 to 11 AM. Memorial contributions may be made to the American Heart Association. Offer online condolences at www.AshtonFuneralHome.com.