Obituaries

Mary E. “Betty” Keiber, 100 of Easton, PA died Monday, March 23, 2020 at St. Luke’s Hospital, Anderson Campus. Born February 3, 1920 in Easton, she was the daughter of the late Mary Louise (Helwick) and Clifton Schwenk. A 1937 graduate of Easton High School, she had been the office manager for First Presbyterian Church Nursery School from 1956 to 1983. Betty was a member of St. John’s Lutheran Church, Easton; Easton Chapter #214, OES and was a volunteer at Easton Hospital. Because of Betty’s unconditional acceptance and listening skills she became a treasure to all who had the privilege of knowing her.

She is survived by her children: Robert J. Keiber, Jr. (wife Sandra) of Palmer Twp., PA, Betty Ann Yurkewitch (husband Frank) of McLean, VA, Margaret Louise Engstrom of Sierra Vista, AZ; 7 grandchildren and 8 great grandchildren. She was predeceased by her husband Robert J. Keiber, Sr. and a granddaughter.

Due to the coronavirus restrictions a private family service will be held with interment in Easton Heights Cemetery. A public celebration of her life will be announced at a later date.

In lieu of flower, contributions may be made to St. John’s Lutheran Church, 330 Ferry St., Easton, PA 18042, Safe Harbor, 536 Bushkill Dr., Easton, PA 18042 or the Children’s Home of Easton, 2000 S. 25th St., Easton, PA 18042. Please offer online condolences for the family at www.AshtonFuneralHome.com.

Clarence Eugene “Chub” Foss, 94 of Easton, PA died Tuesday, March 24, 2020 at his son’s home in Martins Creek, PA. Born February 22, 1926 in Port Jervis, NY he was a son of the late Clarence and Pearl (Montgomery) Foss. A 1944 graduate of Easton High School, he served in the Army Air Corps during WWII. He was employed by Air Products and Chemicals from 1958 until 1983 and loved to read detective novels.

He is survived by his wife of 66 years: Eugenia Lois (Mandarino) Foss; 3 children: Scott Foss of Martins Creek, PA, Steve Foss (wife Marcia) of Old Forge, PA, Sally Murgia (husband Peter) of Lower Mt. Bethel Twp., PA; sisters: Shirley “Toni” Schweder of Montrose, PA, Audrey Smith of Raubsville, PA; and 4 grandchildren: Marissa, Katrina, Giavanna and Matthew. He was predeceased by 2 brothers and 2 sisters.

Services are private due to the coronavirus restrictions. Interment is in St. Anthony’s Cemetery, Easton, PA. The Ashton Funeral Home, Easton is handling arrangements.

Memorial contributions may be made to the Easton Area Public Library, Bethlehem Area Public Library or St. Luke’s Hospice. Offer online condolences at www.AshtonFuneralHome.com.

Karen E. Graham, 63 of Palmer Twp., PA died Saturday, March 21, 2020 at home. Born September 27, 1956 in Chambersburg, PA she was the daughter of Melba (Forrester) Green of Palmer Twp., and the late S. Raymond Green, Jr. A 1974 graduate of Easton High School, she had been employed by Stateline Fabricators in Phillipsburg, NJ. She was a member of St. Andrew’s Lutheran Church where she served as their bookkeeper for several years. Karen loved animals, reading, cooking for her friends and family, playing Scrabble or Words with Friends, and vacations to Canada and Topsail Island, NC. Above all else, Karen was a loving mother, devoted wife, and selfless friend. Those who knew her will forever cherish her overwhelming warmth, genuine kindness, and positive spirit.

She is survived by her mother, Melba; her husband of 32 years, Gregory Graham; her sons: Jack Graham, MD (girlfriend Makenzie Perdue) of Philadelphia, PA, Eric Graham (wife Haley) of Raleigh, NC; her step-son: Ryan Graham of San Rafael, CA; her brother: Michael Green (wife Debbie) of Saylorsburg, PA and her black lab: Lucy.

A Celebration of Her Life will be held 11 AM, Saturday, September 25, 2021 at St. Andrew’s Lutheran Church, 3900 Freemansburg Ave., Easton, PA with a calling period from 10 to 11 AM in the church. The Ashton Funeral Home, Easton is handling arrangements.

Contributions in her memory may be made to St. Andrew’s Lutheran Church, 3900 Freemansburg Ave., Easton, PA 18045. Online condolences to the family may be offered at www.AshtonFuneralHome.com.

Marilyn Jean “MeMe” Schoenborn, 91, formerly of Palmer Township, died Thursday, March 19, 2020 in Williams Manor, Wind Gap.

Born October 26, 1928 in Wilson Borough, she was a daughter of the late Frederick Rudolph Schoenborn and Marlowe Brown (Koehler) Schoenborn Richter.

She worked in Human Resources for Pfizer Pharmaceuticals, Easton from 1946 to 1993. She graduated from Wilson Borough High School in 1946 and attended Churchman’s Business College. She was a member of Good Shepherd Lutheran Church, Wilson Borough where she was president of Church Council, sang in the choir, was the chairperson for the Worship and Music Committee and was the Lutheran Brotherhood Communicator. She was president of Women of ELCA and volunteered for Meals on Wheels and Safe Harbor. She served on the board of Third Street Alliance for Women and Children, Two Rivers Area Chamber of Commerce and American Red Cross, Easton Chapter and was vice president of Executive Women International, Lehigh Valley. She was a member of Beta Sigma Phi Sorority, Laureate Epsilon Kappa Chapter, Easton, Church Women United and Easton Oratorio Society.

Marilyn loved to travel. She traveled through most of the 50 states and enjoyed time in Europe and Israel. She was a member of “The Victory Group”, a Sunday School class which evolved into a lifelong social club; however, nothing was more important to her than spending time with her family. MeMe was a dedicated daughter, sister and aunt. She will be truly missed but forever in our hearts.

Surviving are two sisters, Kay Louise Richter of Easton and Peggy Dee Richter Vellner and her husband, Ronald, of Chalfont; niece, Leia Cai Vellner and her fiancé, John Pettibone; nephew Rhett Stuart Vellner and his wife, Heather; great nieces, Scarlett and Helena Vellner and great nephews, Ryder Vellner and Johnny Pettibone.

Services will be announced by the Ashton Funeral Home, Easton.

Memorial contributions may be made to Good Shepherd Lutheran Church, 2115 Washington Blvd., Easton, PA 18042 or Williams Manor, LLC, 164 Baron Rd., Wind Gap, PA 18091.
Offer online condolences at www.AshtonFuneralHome.com.

Joan A. Krensavage, 84, of Easton, PA died March 17, 2020 at her home after a bout with Alzheimer’s disease. Born Joan Alexander in Wilkes-Barre, PA, she was a part-time clerk at Lafayette College before retiring. She raised four children as the wife of Alan S. Krensavage, a General Motors executive who died from cancer in Dec. of 2014. Joan and Alan moved to Easton in 1989 from suburban Atlanta. They also lived in Columbia, SC, Chicago, Harrisburg and suburban Philadelphia. Joan especially enjoyed her children and grandchildren. She also liked puzzles, books, acting, trips to Atlantic City and doting on her dogs and cats.

Survivors include her daughter: Donna; sons: Alan, Jr. (Darlene), Michael P. (Mary), Scott (Donna); granddaughters: Allison and Angela; and grandsons: Scottie, Michael and Alexander.

Memorial Mass, 4 PM Friday (July 24) in Holy Ghost Ukrainian Catholic Church, 315 Fourth Street, West Easton, PA. Contributions may be made to Compassus, 7248 Tilghman St., Suite 160, Allentown, PA 18106. Offer online condolences at www.AshtonFuneralHome.com.