Obituaries

Shirley M. Heil, 92 formerly of Palmer Twp., PA died Friday, February 19, 2021 at Moravian Hall Square, Nazareth, PA. Born June 30, 1928 in East Stroudsburg, PA she was a daughter of the late Myrtle (Mader) and Percy Marvin. A graduate of Churchman’s Business College, she had been employed by the State of PA at the Bureau of Employment Security in Easton for more than 20 years before retiring. Shirley was a member of Palmer Moravian Church, Palmer Twp. where she served as a Sacristan. She was also a member of Order of Eastern Star, Chapter 214 and Cedarettes, Easton Forest #35.

She is survived by her children: Sally A. Horne (companion Ed Henry) of Portland, OR, Timothy C. Heil (fiancé Amber) of Palmer Twp., Anne Fritts (husband John) of York, PA; grandchildren: Jennifer Heil, Jeffrey Horne (Nicole), Kevin Heil (Susan), Bradley Horne (Kari), Kelcie Fritts Hartman (Justin), Allison Fritts Zechman (John), Aubrie Kocher (Ryan); and 10 great-grandchildren. She was predeceased by her husband: Charles H. Heil in 2007 and siblings: Marjorie Hunt and Willard Marvin.

A Graveside Service will be held 11:30 AM, Friday, Feb. 26 at Northampton Memorial Shrine, 3051 Green Pond Rd., Easton with visitation 10 to 11 AM in the Ashton Funeral Home, 1337 Northampton St., Easton.

Memorial contributions may be made to Moravian Hall Square Good Samaritan Fund, 175 W. North St., Nazareth, PA 18064 or the St. Luke’s Hospice, Development Office, 801 Ostrum St., Bethlehem, PA 18015. Offer online condolences at www.AshtonFuneralHome.com.

William Kenneth Bertrand, 83 of Wilson Borough, PA died Sunday, February 21, 2021. Born September 21, 1937 in Easton he was a son of the late Jennie (Lippincott) and Kenneth Bertrand. He was a 1955 graduate of Easton High School and attended Penn State. He was the sales manager for Kinney Shoes for many years before retiring and the music director, pianist/organist for several area churches. Bill was a member of St. Peter’s UCC, Tatamy where he served on Consistory and as an Elder and “chief pie maker”. A passion for music, he was also active with the Easton Musical Arts Chorus.

He is survived by his children: Jeffry Bertrand (wife Margaret) of Wall Twp., NJ, Jennifer L. Bertrand of Palmer Twp., PA; sister: Laura Diehl of Bath, PA; 3 grandchildren: Michael, James, Megan; nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by sisters: Helen Evans and Dorothy Jones.

Services are private with interment in the Northampton Memorial Shrine. The Ashton Funeral Home, Easton is handling arrangements. Memorial contributions may be made to the Colorectal Cancer Alliance at ccalliance.org or the Trevor Project at thetrevorproject.org. Offer online condolences at www.AshtonFuneralHome.com.

Margaret E. “Peg” Fuller, 79 of Palmer Twp., PA died Friday, February 19, 2021 at home. Born August 23, 1941 in Bethlehem, PA she was a daughter of the late Elizabeth (Meaker) and Eugene Nagy. She was a graduate of Liberty High School and the Bethlehem Business School. Peg was a jewelry consultant for Bixler Jewelers in Easton for many years and prior to that a Welcome Wagon Hostess. She was a member of Calvary Baptist Church and former member of the Calvary and Epworth United Methodist Churches. She was also a member of the Junior Women’s Auxiliary of Easton Hospital. Peg volunteered for Meals on Wheels and loved ballroom dancing with her husband of almost 60 years, Charles “Chuck” Fuller.

She is survived by her husband, Chuck; children: Mark Fuller (wife Laura) of Nazareth, PA, Debbie Gross (husband Ed) of Bethlehem Twp., PA; brother: Thomas Nagy of Hellertown, PA; sister: Julia Bennett of Pittsburgh, PA; grandchildren: Jarrett, Hannah, Eliza, Keirsten, Isaac and great-granddaughter: Saarinen. She was predeceased by a sister Susan Dunstan.

A celebration of her life will be held 10:30 AM Thursday (Feb. 25) at Calvary Baptist Church, 5300 Green Pond Rd., Easton with a calling period from 9:30 to 10:30 AM in the church. The Ashton Funeral Home, Easton is handling arrangements. Interment will be private in Fairview Cemetery, Bethlehem, PA.

Memorial contributions may be made to Calvary Baptist Church or the Center of Animal Health and Welfare or a charity of one’s choice. Offer online condolences at www.AshtonFuneralHome.com.

Matthias W. “Matt” Schuler, 83, of Wilson Borough, died Thursday, February 18, 2021 surrounded by family.

Born September 11, 1937 in Easton, he was a son of the late Matthias H. and Edith (Franklin) Schuler. He and his wife, Donna (Kreitz) Schuler were married 36 years.

Matt graduated from Wilson High School in 1956 and served in the Army. He worked for North Penn Transfer, Easton for over 30 years. He was a member of Our Lady of Mercy Parish; American Legion, Lester Pfeffer, Post 611; Concordia Maennerchor; Citizen’s Hose Co.; and Avona Volunteer Fire Co. He also served on the board of Wilson Democratic Association.

Surviving with his wife, Donna, are a son, Matt Schuler and his wife, Sharon; a stepson, Keith Noble and his companion, Kim Farnack; three stepdaughters, Terri Moulthrop and her husband, Dave, Michelle Mammana, and Sharon Santiago; fourteen grandchildren; and eighteen great grandchildren. A stepdaughter, Brenda Roebuck; three brothers, Michael Schuler, John Schuler, and Frank Schuler; and four sisters, Vivian Laffey, Eleanor Ackerman, Carolyn Best, and Mary Jane Schuler died earlier.

A visitation will be held from 5:00 to 6:30 pm on Wednesday, February 24, 2021 in the Ashton Funeral Home, 1337 Northampton St., Easton.

Memorial contributions may be made to St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital, www.stjude.org.

Offer online condolences at www.AshtonFuneralHome.com.

Clair A. “Sonny” Fehr, Jr., 77 of Easton, PA died Wednesday, February 17, 2021 at St. Luke’s Hospital, Anderson Campus. Born March 6, 1943 in Bethlehem, PA he was a son of the late Erna (Sharer) and Clair Fehr, Sr. He was a 1962 graduate of Easton High School and served in the Navy during the Vietnam War. He had been employed by MCS Industries for many years. Sonny was a life member of Concordia Maennerchor and past-commander and current 1st vice commander of Am Vets Post 17. He was also an avid quoits player and sports fan, especially the Eagles, Phillies and Flyers.

He is survived by his wife Betty (Butler) Fehr with whom he shared 53 years; children: Dawn Bittner (fiancé Ronald) of Palmer Twp., Shirley Ann Gehman of Wilson, Harold Christian, Jr. of Bethlehem, Laura Trenberth of Wilson, JoAnn DeReamus (husband David) of Palmer, Brenda Christian of Easton, James H. (girlfriend Penny) of Pen Argyl; siblings: Jane Querin of Grafton, OH, Susan Harding, Dawn Gerlach, Elwood Fehr all of Hazleton, Harold Fehr of Readyville, TN, Ruth LaPlante of Melbourne, FL; 17 grandchildren; 30 great-grandchildren and his cat: Tiger. A grandson Jeffrey died earlier.

A calling period will be held from 2 to 3 PM Friday (Feb. 26) in the Ashton Funeral Home, 1337 Northampton St., Easton; COVID guidelines will be observed. A Celebration of his Life will be held at a later date. Memorial contributions may be made to the American Cancer Society or any veteran’s organization. Offer online condolences at www.AshtonFuneralHome.com.

Marcella Ann “Marcia” Franczak, 78, of Wind Gap Manor, formerly of Easton, died Sunday, February 14, 2021 in St. Luke’s Hospice House.

Born May 13, 1942 in Trenton, NJ, she was a daughter of the late Albert and Helen (Kowalski) Wszolek.

Marcia graduated from Georgian Court College, Lakewood, NJ and worked at Easton Hospital for many years. She was a member of Holy Family Catholic Church, Nazareth and a former member of St. Jane Frances de Chantal Catholic Church, Palmer Township.

Surviving are her birth daughters, Aimee Allen and Cara Franczak and her life partner, Michael Mahoney; a daughter from another mother, Helene Langman; a sister, Virginia Martin; and three grandchildren. Her sister, Dolores Wornczyk died earlier.

Since Marcia was a 2nd mother and grandmother to so many, a Memorial Mass will be held on Mother’s Day weekend, Saturday, May 8, 2021 at 10:30 am in St. Jane Frances de Chantal Catholic Church, 4049 Hartley Ave., Palmer Township. Burial will be in St. Hedwig Cemetery, Ewing Township, NJ.
The Ashton Funeral Home, Easton is handling the arrangements.

Memorial contributions may be made to the ambulance crew who saved her life so many times, Bushkill Township Volunteer Fire Co., 155 Firehouse Dr., Nazareth, PA 18064.

Offer online condolences at www.AshtonFuneralHome.com.