Obituaries

Ronald Walter Jung, 63 of Easton, PA died Tuesday, September 15, 2020 at St. Luke’s Hospital Anderson Campus. Born March 2, 1957 in Kenosha, WI he was a son of the late Eleanor (Partenheimer) and Walter Jung. He was a graduate of Tremper High School in Kenosha and received his BS in Mechanical Engineering from the Milwaukee School of Engineering. He was employed by Strahman Valve in Bethlehem for several years since moving to the Lehigh Valley. He was an active member of Cornerstone Church, Easton and member of their Life Group. He also helped build the Living Waters Bible Camp in Wausau, WI. Ron loved trains, boating, downhill skiing and was an avid race fan. He also loved bowling in the men’s league at Jordan Lanes.

He is survived by his wife of 37 years, Rosanne (Abati) Jung; 3 children: Michael Jung of Easton, PA, Adrian Jung of St. Paul, MN, Megan Jung of Dayton, OH; 3 sisters: Dori (Erv) Kittner of Ft. Wayne, IN, Marge (Dan) LaBenne of Hendersonville, NC, and Char (Wolf) Salewski of Hickory Cove, NC. His brother, David (Justine) Jung died earlier.

Services will be private due to COVID restrictions. Memorial contributions may be made to the family c/o the Ashton Funeral Home, 1337 Northampton St., Easton. Offer online condolences at www.AshtonFuneralHome.com.

Richard A. Johnson, 83 of Forks Twp., PA passed peacefully, Sunday, September 13, 2020 at St. Luke’s Hospital-Anderson Campus. Born September 4, 1937 in East Stroudsburg, PA he was a son of the late Bertha (Hull) and Walter Johnson. He was a 1955 graduate of Easton High School and an Army veteran. He had been employed by Magnetic Windings, where he met and married his beloved wife Linda Sue (Seip) Johnson. He worked for Maier’s Bakery for many years and also enjoyed his 20 years as a vendor at the Saylorsburg Flea Market.

He is survived by 3 children: Richard W. and his wife Denise of Nazareth, PA, Vivian L. of New York City, NY,  Michael J. and his partner Janis of Wilson Borough, PA; and 2 grandchildren: Talia and Nicholas. He was predeceased by his wife: Linda Sue, sister: Carol Heavener, brothers: Stephen and James, and brother: Robert who died in infancy.

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

David Budd Riddagh, 91, of Melbourne, FL died peacefully on September 6, 2020.

David was born on March 16, 1929 in Easton, PA and was the son of the late Donald W. Riddagh and Isabel Osmun Riddagh (also step-mother Anne McConnell Riddagh). He was a graduate of Easton High School and Blair Academy in Blairstown, NJ. David had a beautiful voice and sang as a boy soprano on the local radio station, in a local church, and in his high school operetta. After graduating from Blair Academy, he lived in Phoenix, AR, where he hosted a radio show and sang at the Green Gables restaurant. David served his country during the Korean War as a Chaplain’s Assistant in Germany. Afterwards, he attended the Munich Conservatory of Music and sang opera in Europe for 13 years before returning to the U.S. He travelled for the next 10 years as an entertainer on various cruise ships with two being world cruises. David spent his next 30 years in Bushkill, PA, in the mountains that he loved. He was often recognized there because he always travelled with his pet monkey, Puchina. He moved to Satellite Beach, FL in 2017 to be near family.

He was preceded in death by two brothers, Donald Riddagh, Jr. and Douglas Riddagh. Survivors include sister-in-law Marilyn Opitz Riddagh of Satellite Beach, FL; niece Donna Riddagh Rowe (David) of Bethlehem, PA; nephew Gary Riddaugh (Harriet) of Dade City, FL; 5 great nieces and nephews and 5 great-great nieces and nephews.

Mary Lou Pyatt (Tadros), died Wednesday, September 2, 2020 in Valley Manor. Born October 9, 1958 in Phillipsburg, she was a daughter of the late Elizabeth Campbell and James Pyatt.

She graduated from Phillipsburg High School in 1977 and was a caregiver at Hunterdon State School in New Jersey for many years. Prior to that she was a correctional officer in New Jersey. She was best known as a musician in the area playing with many bands over the years.

Surviving are her sister, Kelly Pyatt and her companion, George Dayton and his family; two aunts, Ellanora Hamill and her husband, Ken and Irene Brodeur and her husband, Tim; cousins, Jason Brodeur and his wife, Christy, Brooke and Charles Cox and their children, Jack and Campbell and Amanda Pullin and her daughter, Bailey.

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

Edward John Tukeva, Jr., of Bethlehem Twp., PA celebrated life for 66 years before going home to be with the Lord on Tuesday, September 1, 2020. Born January 2, 1954 in Stamford, CT he was a son of the late Dolores (Northridge) and Edward Tukeva. A graduate of Easton High School and Penn State, he was president of the family business, Easton News Co., before retiring after 41 years. Ed was a faithful and loving husband, father, son, brother, grandfather, and friend to many. He cherished his wife, Rose, and their three daughters, Elisa, Simone and Natasha. Family was everything to this man, and hockey too. In his younger years, Ed was a typical boy, spending his days down by the river with friends. He learned the game of hockey and became a passionate fan of the game, always rooting for the Boston Bruins. From an early age, Ed learned the value of family and watched out for his sisters. He was dependable. As a father, Ed coached his daughters in several sports. He cared deeply and was always there if they needed anything. He was active. Ed and Rose played in a volleyball league and would attend concerts with friends. Ed spent his free time playing hockey or landscaping his property. He was a simple man that enjoyed the presence of good people and good music. Prior to his death, Ed was joined by family and friends for one last backyard concert. He smiled. He relaxed. And on September 1st, he found rest.

The family would like to give special thanks to his sister-in-law Judith and niece Megan and her husband Ted for their tremendous medical support and guidance during this difficult journey.

He is survived by his wife of 36 years: Rosemary (Seagreaves) Tukeva; daughters: Elisa Tukeva (husband Michael), Simone Tukeva (husband Matt Snyder) all of Nazareth, PA, Natasha Tukeva of Bethlehem Twp.; sisters: Karen Giles of Dunwoody, GA, Vicki Tukeva of San Pablo, CA, Maria Tukeva of Washington, DC, Jan Tukeva Emrick (husband Gary Emrick) of Bushnell, FL; grandchildren: Emerson, Remi, Gavin; aunt: Helen Ritter; mother-in-law: Yachiyo Seagreaves ; nieces, nephews, cousins, extended family and friends. He was predeceased by a sister: Judith Tukeva and father-in-law George Seagreaves, Jr.

Ed’s family will conduct a private celebration of life ceremony. Memorial contributions may be made to Special Hockey of the Lehigh Valley, 5261 Vera Cruz Rd., Center Valley, PA 18034. Offer online condolences at www.AshtonFuneralHome.com.

Kristi Colleen Cochios, 52, of Bethlehem Twp., PA died Friday, August 28, 2020 at Old Orchard Health Care Center. Born June 25, 1968 in Allentown, PA she was the daughter of Ruth (Coleman) Cochios with whom she resided and the late Charles Cochios. She was a graduate of Freedom High School and Hofstra University. Kristi was a private photographer most of her life, with an emphasis on nature. She also loved traveling and oil painting. She is survived by her mother: Ruth; brother: Bruce Cochios of Bethlehem Twp.; an uncle and cousins.

A calling period will be held from 10 to 11 AM Friday (Sept. 4) in the Ashton Funeral Home, 1337 Northampton St., Easton, PA with a memorial service at 11 AM. PA DOH guidelines will be observed. Interment is in Easton Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made to the American Cancer Society. Offer online condolences at www.AshtonFuneralHome.com.