Obituaries

Ernest J. “Butch” Bailey, 75 of Wilson Borough, PA died Thursday, November 7, 2024 at St. Luke’s Hospital, Warren Campus. Born August 25, 1949 in Philadelphia, PA he was a son of the late Dorothy (Burgess) and Ernest Bailey. He served in both the army and the navy and was employed as a security guard for several years. Butch loved his children and grandchildren and was an avid Eagles fan.

He is survived by his beloved wife of 25 years, Virginia (Alercia) Bailey; children: Mike and Joe Bailey, Christine Oberly, Anita Reph, Christine Tomino, Steve and Dave Kaiser; a sister: Sandy; 13 grandchildren; 4 great-grandchildren and one on the way. He was predeceased by a son, Matthew Bailey.

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

Richard E. “Dick” Jones, 95, of Easton, died Thursday, November 7, 2024 surrounded by his family. Born December 28, 1928 in West Easton, he was the son of the late Albert M. and Sadie V. (Martin) Jones. His wife, Shirley R. (Ward) Jones died in 2017. He was an engineer for Man Roland, Inc., Middlesex, NJ from 1983 until retiring in 1991. Prior to that he worked for Bridgeport Controls, Harris Corp. and Dixie Cup. Dick graduated from Easton High School in 1946. He was a member of the former Good Shepherd Lutheran Church, Wilson Borough and Easton Lodge, #152, F&AM. He served as president of the American Institute of Designers and Drafters and was a member of the Palmer Township Planning Commission, the Palmer Township Zoning Hearing Board, and the Executive Board of the Millstone I Condominium Association.

Surviving are a son, Robert S. Jones and his wife, Katie of Hilton Head, SC; a daughter, Terri A. Souders and her husband, Robert of Palmer Township; three grandchildren; and five great grandchildren. He was predeceased by a brother, a sister, and a grandson.

Services will be private with interment in Northampton Memorial Shrine. The Ashton Funeral Home, Easton is handling the arrangements. Memorial contributions may be made to American Cancer Society, www.cancer.org. Offer online condolences at www.AshtonFuneralHome.com.

Carol Edith Harrison, 85 of Williams Twp., PA died Wednesday, November 6, 2024 at Alexandria Manor, Nazareth, PA. Born September 23, 1939 in Williams Twp., she was the daughter of the late Edith (Hoffman) and Allen Wolbach. She was a self-employed housekeeper and seamstress in the Easton area for many years before retiring. A 1958 graduate of Wilson High School, Carol was an avid crafter and loved to sew for herself and others. She was a lifelong member of St. John’s Church on Morgan Hill. Carol was predeceased by her husband Benjamin Harrison in 2010 and her brother Stewart Wolbach.

Graveside services will be held 2 PM Monday (Nov. 11, 2024) at St. John’s Union Cemetery, New Williams on Morgan Hill Rd., Williams Twp. The Ashton Funeral Home, Easton, PA is handling arrangements. Memorial contributions may be made to the Center for Animal Health and Welfare, 1165 Island Park Rd., Easton, PA 18042. Offer online condolences at www.AshtonFuneralHome.com.

Joyce A. Washburn, 92, of Easton, died Monday, November 4, 2024 in her home. Born July 4, 1932 in Slateford, PA, she was the daughter of the late Delbert and Violet (Heller) Frey. Her husband, Donald W. Washburn died in 1992. Joyce worked at A&H Sportswear, Easton and retired in 1997. She was a member of the Order of the Eastern Star, Easton.

Surviving are a daughter, Donna Washburn with whom she resided; six grandchildren; and six great grandchildren. She was predeceased by two sons, Ronald Washburn and Donald Washburn.

Services will be held at 1:00 pm on Friday, November 8, 2024 in the Ashton Funeral Home, 1337 Northampton St., Easton. A visitation will be held from 6:00 to 7:00 pm on Thursday in the funeral home. Interment will be in Northampton Memorial Shrine. Memorial contributions may be made to the Alzheimer’s Association, www.alz.org. Offer online condolences at www.AshtonFuneralHome.com.

Shirley Fehr Messenlehner, 87 formerly of Easton, PA died Tuesday, October 29, 2024 at Seneca View in Montour Falls, NY. Born November 4, 1936 in Palmerton, PA she was the daughter of the late Maria (Elliott) and Elmer Miller. She graduated from Wilson High School in 1954 and attended her 70th class reunion last year. She was employed by Dr. Dominick J. Raso for more than 30 years before retiring. Shirley was a member of St. Andrew’s Lutheran Church and was predeceased by husbands: Paul L. Fehr Jr. and Robert R. Messenlehner.

Shirley loved spending several months during the year in Bonita Springs, Florida, enjoying the warmth and sun for many years. She also was a member of the Red Hat Society, loved going to the Northampton County Senior Center in Forks Township, and enjoyed playing bingo and card games.

She is survived by 2 daughters: Linda Restivo (husband Glenn) of Burdett, NY and Joanne Thomas (husband Scott) of New Braunfels, TX; 2 stepsons: Randy Messenlehner (wife Darla) and Rick Messenlehner; grandchildren: James Young (wife Colleen), Lauren Seckington (husband Ryan), Brad Thomas, Britney Kempf (husband Bobby), Amanda Restivo and Adam Messenlehner (wife Maggie); and several great-grandchildren.

Services are 10:30 AM Thursday (Nov. 7) in the Ashton Funeral Home, 1337 Northampton St., Easton, PA with a calling period from 9:30 to 10:30 AM. Interment in Northampton Memorial Shrine.  Memorial contributions may be made to the Alzheimer’s Association of Rochester and the Finger Lakes Region either on-line at https://www.alz.org/rochesterny via the “yellow square donate button.” OR mailed to 200 Meridian Centre Blvd., Suite 110 Rochester, N.Y. 14618.  Offer online condolences at www.AshtonFuneralHome.com.

Jean S. Transue, 85 of Easton, PA passed away Saturday, October 26, 2024 at home surrounded by her loving family. Born March 14, 1939 in Camden, SC she was a daughter of the late Cleo (Bell) and James Ray. Her beloved husband of 63 years, Richard G. Transue died October 23, 2018. Jean was devoted to her family and leaves behind four daughters: Margaret Breiner and her husband Richard of Easton, Deborah Katz and her husband Michael of Telford, PA, Sandra Daiello of Easton, and Linda Daiello and her husband Joseph of Easton; a sister: Catherine Gaul of Lamar, SC; 12 grandchildren and 4 great-grandchildren. She was predeceased by her husband, Richard and three siblings: Ruby Knight, Woodrow Ray and Lonnie Ray.

Services will be held for family and close friends in the Ashton Funeral Home, 1337 Northampton St., Easton, PA. Offer online condolences at www.AshtonFuneralHome.com.

Judith D. Memering, 79, of Palmer Township, died Sunday, October 20, 2024 in St. Luke’s Hospital. Born April 17, 1945 in Camp McCoy, Wisconsin, she was the daughter of the late Derwood and Glenna (Nichols) Jacob. She and her husband, Melvin N. Memering were married 54 years. Judi was a graduate of University of Illinois and served in the Women’s Army Corp during the Vietnam War. She was an elementary school teacher in the Easton Area School District for 25 years and retired in 2008. She was an active member of the Arts Club at the YMCA, Easton and a member of AAUW.

Surviving with her husband, Mel, are a son, Jason Memering and two grandchildren. She also has four siblings, Derwood, Jr., Beverly, Karen, and Teresa.

A visitation will be held from 10:30 am until noon on Wednesday, October 30, 2024 in the Ashton Funeral Home, 1337 Northampton St., Easton. Memorial contributions may be made to the Breast Cancer Research Foundation, https://bcrf.org or METAvivor, https://metavivor.org. Offer online condolences at www.AshtonFuneralHome.com.

Gloria Lorraine Lutz, 93 of Easton, PA passed away Thursday, October 24, 2024 leaving this earth to begin a new life with God and her deceased family members. Born May 14, 1931 in Easton she was a daughter of the late Isaac and Mary (Shaneberger) George. She was the last remaining member of her large family of ten which included Isaac, Jr., Bobby, Mason, Marvin, Lois, Betty, Elsie, Shirley and Naomi. Her husbands, Vincent Ehlman and Howard Lutz also predeceased her.

Gloria was a great mother to her 2 sons: Vince Ehlman and his wife Paula and Greg Ehlman and his wife Laurie; and wonderful grandmother to her 8 grandchildren, 13 great-grandchildren and her great-great-grandchild. She loved making crafts, doing projects and she always put others before herself. She will be missed.

Services are private. The Ashton Funeral Home, Easton is handling arrangements. Interment will be in Hays Cemetery. Offer online condolences at www.AshtonFuneralHome.com.