Local Obituaries
Elizabeth D. Allen
Apr 24, 2026
Elizabeth Beatrice D. Allen, affectionately known as Liz, Ms. A, Mom, Ms. Liz, and Grandma, entered eternal rest on April 24, 2026, at the age of 91. Born in Birmingham, Alabama, Elizabeth’s life became a true journey of faith, family, and service. She peacefully transitioned at Abington Manor at Morgan Hill Senior Living and Memory Care in Easton, PA.
Elizabeth was...
Carolyn Martienssen
Apr 24, 2026
Carolyn Martienssen, 80, of West Hazleton, Pennsylvania, passed away on April 24, 2026, at Lehigh Valley Hospital–Muhlenberg following a brief illness.Born on August 29, 1945, in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, Carolyn began life with humble beginnings, spending part of her childhood in an orphanage. An experience that she carried with her throughout her life and fondly shared.Carolyn dedicated much of her life...
Queen Elizabeth Jackson
Apr 17, 2026
Mrs. Queen Elizabeth Jackson, formerly of Rocky Mount, North Carolina, Newark, New Jersey, and Whitehall, Pennsylvania, entered eternal rest on April 17, 2026.
She was born on May 19, 1940, to Elizabeth Joyner and Vernon Joyner. As a young child, she moved with her parents from Rocky Mount, North Carolina, to Newark, New Jersey, where she spent her formative years and...
Miles L. Seymore
Apr 12, 2026
Mr. Miles L. Seymore, 91 of Bethlehem passed away at home on April 12th, 2026 surrounded by his family and loved ones. Born September 15th, 1934, he was the son of the late Miles L. Seymore Sr, and the late Louise( Humphres) Seymore. Viewing and services will take place in the Funeral Home on Saturday April 18th, 2026 from 4...
Blaine Tigar
Apr 9, 2026
Blaine Tigar, passed away on April 9th, 2026. Services will be private with the family.
James Ezell
Apr 7, 2026
James Lewis Ezell, of Wilkes-Barre, passed away on April 7th, 2026. Born October 29th, 1987, he was the son of James Lewis Miller and Tammy Ann Ezell. James was the husband of Darrina (Franklin) Ezell. Services are private, please contact the family for more information.
Deacon Oren Buie
Apr 5, 2026
Oren Buie, affectionately known as “Bubba” and “Deacon Buie,” transitioned from this life on Sunday, April 5, 2026, at the age of 86. He passed away peacefully in the home of his daughter and son-in-law in Charlotte, North Carolina, surrounded by his loving family.
Oren was born on June 16, 1939, in Arlington, Georgia, to the late Lucille (Collier) Buie and...
Raymond Reifinger
Apr 4, 2026
Raymond D. Reifinger IIIRaymond D. Reifinger III, 71, of Bethlehem, PA, passed away on April 4, 2026, at St. Luke’s Hospital. He was born on August 25, 1954, to the late Elizabeth (Pruzinsky) Reifinger and Raymond D. Reifinger, Jr.Ray (Bud) proudly served in the United States Navy and was a brilliant electronics teacher. He was a loving father and a...
Peter M. McGibbon
Apr 2, 2026
Peter Martin McGibbon, 63, of Bethlehem Township, passed away peacefully on April 2, 2026, at Lehigh Valley Hospital–Muhlenberg Campus.
Born on September 26, 1962, in Kingston, Jamaica, Peter was the beloved son of the late Victor McGibbon and Daisy (McMorris) McGibbon. He spent his early years in Kingston before coming to the United States as a young man in pursuit of...
Tony Williams
Mar 30, 2026
Tony Williams, born on May 2, 1968, in Petersburg, Virginia, passed away on March 30, 2026, at St. Lukes Hospital—Easton Campus. At the age of 57, Tony took his final bow, leaving behind a legacy filled with laughter, love, and a knack for grilling the perfect burger.
Tony, affectionately known by his nickname “Blue,” was a man who wore many hats...
Gina Cobb
Mar 27, 2026
Gina Cobb, 57 of Phillipsburg NJ passed away on March 27th, 2026. Services will be private with the family.
Dr. Tinamarie (Alaimo) McKim
Mar 26, 2026
Dr. Tinamarie (Alaimo) McKim, 69 of Bethlehem passed away on March 26, 2026 at St. Lukes Hospital- Fountain Hill. Born, November 5th, 1957, she was the daughter of Joseph and Frances Alaimo. Tinamarie was the wife of Dr. Howard McKim, and mother of Christina Scavone. Services will be private with the family. A full obituary is forthcoming.
Calvin Laird
Mar 22, 2026
Obituary for Calvin Laird
Calvin Laird, 89, of Brooklyn, New York, passed away peacefully on March 22, 2026, at St. Luke’s Hospital in Fountain Hill, Pennsylvania.
Born on October 12, 1936, in St. Elizabeth Parish, Jamaica, Calvin was the beloved son of the late Thedor Laird and the late Gertrude Montieth.
Calvin lived a life marked by hard work, resilience, and dedication to...
Tommie Lee Ward
Mar 9, 2026
Tommie Lee Ward was born on June 26, 1957, in Easton, Pennsylvania, to the late Gloria Ward. He peacefully departed this life on Monday, March 9, 2026, at Bethlehem Skilled Nursing Home.Tommie was the oldest of seven children. He leaves behind his loving siblings: brother Darnell Williams of Huntingdon, Pennsylvania; brother Gregory Ward of Allentown, Pennsylvania; and sister Glory D....
Dennis John Herman Sr.
Mar 1, 2026
Dennis John Herman Sr.
Dennis John Herman Sr., 71 of Easton passed away on Sunday March 1st, 2026, surrounded by his loving family. Born July 7th, 1954, in Newark NJ, he was the son of the late Elizabeth Hambel.
He spent his days serving others, working at a food pantry and helping anyone who crossed his path. He believed in feeding people,...
Lydia Carter
Feb 25, 2026
Lydia Carter, 72 of Easton passed away on February 25th, 2026 at St. Lukes Hospital- Anderson campus. Born June 23rd, 1953 in Baltimore Maryland, she was the daughter of the late Lillian Carter. Private burial will take place at Northampton Memorial Shrine.
Francisco Garcia Ortiz
Feb 22, 2026
Francisco Garcia Ortiz, of Easton passed away at home on February 22nd, 2026. Born October 6th, 1961 in Bayamon Puerto Rico, he was the son of the late Angel Garcia Pagan, and the late Carmen Mercedes Ortiz Rivera. Services will be private with the family.
Carol Shade
Feb 15, 2026
Carol Ann Shade, affectionately known as “Mother Shade,” transitioned from this life on Sunday, February 15, 2026, at the age of 85. Carol was born on July 25, 1940, in Yonkers, New York, to the late Fred and Bertha Dessesaure. She is lovingly survived by her devoted sons: Daniel (Jacqueline) Shade Jr., James (Renee) Shade, Russell (Vera) Shade Sr., Leon...
Ovie Lee Graddy
Feb 4, 2026
I’m Obituary for Ovie Lee Graddy
Ovie Lee Graddy, 86, of Easton, passed away on Wednesday, February 4, 2026, while in the care of St. Luke’s Hospice House.
Born on December 20, 1939, Ovie was the son of the late Willie Alford. He was the beloved husband of the late Rutha L. Graddy, who preceded him in death in 2021. Ovie and...
Olga Rosa Dosal Gallindo
Feb 3, 2026
Olga Rosa Dosal Gallindo, 94 of Allentown passed away at home on February 3rd, 2026. Born on March 25th, 1931 on the Island of Cuba to the late Manuel Dosal and the late Aurelia Gallindo. Olga was a cherished mother, grandmother, and great grandmother. A viewing will take place on Saturday February 7th, from 2-4 PM in the Vanderburg Family...
