Local Obituaries
Christian David van Horne
Jun 19, 2026
Christian David van Horne, 55, of Bethlehem Township, Pennsylvania, passed away on June 19, 2026, at home surrounded by family.
Born to Allan van Horne and Jane Schug, Christian graduated from Easton Area High School in 1988. He grew up in Palmer Township but throughout his life he lived in Iceland and Florida before settling in Bethlehem Township.
Christian was fiercely independent...
Carlton L. Ketchen
Jun 19, 2026
Mr. Carlton Lannier Ketchen was born in Easton, Pennsylvania on November 9, 1960 to the late Eugene Alexander Ketchen, Sr. and the late Frances Hackett Ketchen. On the morning of June 19, 2026, he peacefully transitioned from labor to reward. Carlton was the youngest of five children; his two sisters preceded him in death. Some family and friends affectionately called...
Gloria A. Johnson
Jun 16, 2026
Gloria Ann Johnson, 72, of Easton, passed away peacefully at home on June 16, 2026.
Born on September 2, 1953, in Easton, she was the daughter of the late William B. Johnson and Jo-Ann (Hicks) Johnson.
After graduating from Easton Area High School in 1971, Gloria earned an associate degree in accounting from Churchman’s Business School. She was well known for her...
Hattie M. Greene
Jun 14, 2026
Hattie M. Greene, 82 of Easton passed away on June 14th, 2026 at home. Services will be private with the family.
Anthony Maurice Douglas
Jun 13, 2026
Anthony Maurice Douglas, 57 of East Orange NJ passed away on June 13th 2026. Born on April 6th, 1969 in Newark, he was the son of Richard Douglas and Helen Williams. A private viewing and celebration of life will be held with the family.
Linda Culpepper
Jun 12, 2026
Linda Culpepper, 79 of Allentown passed away on June 12th, 2026 in the care of Lehigh Valley Hospital Cedar Crest Campus. Born January 21st, 1947, she was the daughter of the late Paul Hackman and the late Mary Jane (Keller) Hackman. Linda was the wife of Pastor Johnny Culpepper, and mother of 5. Viewing and Homegoing services at Holy Bethel...
Christine "Peaches" McDowell
Jun 12, 2026
Christine LaShawn McDowell, affectionately known as "Peaches," was born on July 22, 1974, and was raised in the Bronx, New York, as one of five children. She was the beloved daughter of Beverly McDowell and Robert Patterson.
Christine was a faithful Christian and a member of Greater Shiloh Church, where she served in various ministries over the years. She was known...
John Rothschild, Esq.
Jun 10, 2026
John M. Rothschild, Attorney At Law
July 26, 1951 – June 10, 2026
John M. Rothschild, Esq., 74, of Allentown, Pennsylvania, passed away peacefully at Lehigh Valley Hospital. John was the beloved son of the late Joan and James Rothschild.
John is lovingly remembered by his brother Peter Rothschild (Linda;) his sister Kathryn Simcox and nephews Greg Simcox (Anna,) and Ty Simcox (Cailey;)...
Joseph Donald Sperduti
Jun 9, 2026
Joseph Donald Sperduti, passed away on June 9th, 2026 in the care of Lehigh Valley Hospital- Muhlenberg Campus. Services will be private with the family.
Willie Mae Merritt
Jun 4, 2026
In Loving Memory of Willie Mae Merritt
Mrs. Willie Mae Merritt, age 83, of Stroudsburg, Pennsylvania, peacefully entered eternal rest on June 4, 2026, in Stroudsburg, Pennsylvania. She was born on February 6, 1943, in Summerton, South Carolina, to the late Idella Tinsdal and Fredinand Brailsford.
Willie Mae was a devoted mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, sister, aunt, and friend whose life was marked...
Donald Geisler Jr.
May 22, 2026
Donald Geisler Jr., 69 of Macungie passed away on May 22, 2026 in the care of Lehigh Valley Hospital- Muhlenberg Campus. Born August 16th, 1956 in Abilene Texas, he was the son of Donald Sr., and Janice(Loper)Geisler. He was the father of 3 devoted daughters and was incredibly loved. Services will be private with the family.
Pasquale Arace
May 19, 2026
Pasquale “Pat” “Pops” Arace, 77, of Randolph, New Jersey, transitioned peacefully on May 19, 2026.
Born on June 16, 1948, in Newark, New Jersey, Pasquale was the beloved son of the late Vito Arace and Carmela Malvani. He spent his early years in Newark before later making Randolph, New Jersey his home.
Pasquale was a devoted father, grandfather, great-grandfather, family man, and...
Tymell Millan- Mason Jr.
May 18, 2026
Tymell Antwan-Juelz Millan-Mason, affectionately known to many as “Ty” or “Mell,” departed this life on May 19, 2026, at the tender age of 18. Born on March 27, 2008, in Allentown, Pennsylvania, Tymell brought joy, laughter, and unforgettable energy to everyone blessed to know him. He resided in Bethlehem, Pennsylvania, and transitioned peacefully at Lehigh Valley Cedar Crest Hospital.
Tymell was...
Francis Donald Klikus
May 18, 2026
Francis Donald Klikus, 96 of Forks Township passed away on May 18th, 2026 in the Care of Arden Courts of Old Orchard. Born January 13th, 1936 in Cardondale PA, he was the son of the late Michael and Mary Anna (Tulup) Klikus. Frank, as he was called was the husband of the late Betty Jane "BJ" Klikus who died in...
Shawn L. Jones
May 9, 2026
With heavy hearts, the family shares the passing of Shawn Lemans Jones on Saturday, May 9th,2026. He was born on February 7, 1974, in LaGrange, Georgia. He was the son of Erma Jean Roland and the late Eddie Dean Cotton.
Shawn worked in warehouse operations for many years, most recently as a Foreman for Manpower in Phillipsburg, New Jersey.
He loved watching...
David Williams
May 9, 2026
David L. Williams, 68 of Easton passed away on May 9th, 2026 at home. Born March 31st, 1958, he was the son of the late Caroline M. Jones. David loved building cars. His also loved classic cars, and was a wonderful handyman. Services will be private with the family.
JC Wilson Jr.
May 4, 2026
JC Wilson Jr., 44, of Easton, passed away on May 4, 2026, leaving behind a tremendous void in the hearts of all who knew and loved him.
JC is survived by two sons, Jc III and Liam, who meant the world to him. He is also survived by his parents, JC Sr. and Susie; his brothers, Johnny and Calvin (Joanie) his...
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...
