Thomas J. Minarovic, 84, of Whitehall, passed away March 15, 2023 at St. Luke’s Hospital from complications of a massive heart attack after a Courageous 4 year battle with Parkinson’s disease. He was the loving husband of 62 years to Karen L. (Fouts) Minarovic. Born in Allentown, he was the son of the late Frank and Ruth (Long) Minarovic. Tom graduated from William Allen High School. He worked for the City of Allentown in both the streets and parks department. Tom ascended to the rank of Supervisor of the watershed department, Lil’ Lehigh Parkway, a job which he loved. Tom was an avid hunter and fisherman. He loved to spend his time in the outdoors, especially in “God’s Country,” Potter County, PA. He loved professional sports; his favorite teams were the Philadelphia Phillies and Eagles. He was a proud member of the armed forces serving in the U.S. Navy. He was a lifetime member of the NRA and a member of the Italian American Bocce Club. He will be deeply missed.
Survivors: wife- Karen Minarovic; son- Timothy Minarovic and wife Sandi; daughter-in-law- Christine Minarovic; 2 grandsons- Corey & Tyler; 4 great grandchildren; siblings- Dolores Kontier, James Minarovic and Kathy Luisser. He was predeceased by his son- Thomas Minarovic, Jr. and sisters- June and Ruth.
A calling time will be held on Monday, March 20th 10-11AM with a Service to follow at 11AM all in Kohut Funeral Home, Inc. 950 N. Front St. Allentown, PA 18102.
In lieu of flowers, contributions can be made in Tom’s memory to the American Heart Association or the the Michael J. Fox Foundation for Parkinson’s Research.

Kathryn A. (Hoch) Talianek, 87, of New Tripoli, passed away March 15, 2023. She was the loving wife of the late Florian “Mark” Talianek. Born in Bethlehem, she was the daughter of the late George and Anna (Nighan) Hoch. Kathryn was a member of St. Francis of Assisi Catholic Church. She retired from Toys “R” Us in Whitehall. She will be deeply missed.

Survivors: children- Dr. Mary Anne Wright and husband David of New Tripoli, Michael Talianek of Allentown, Christopher Talianek and wife Tina of North Whitehall, Patricia MacKenzie and husband Richard of Allentown; 5 grandchildren; 7 great grandchildren; brothers- Charles and Joseph Hoch; sister- Patricia O’Donnell. She was predeceased by her children- Marcella and Mark David, granddaughter- Jamie, and her brother- George.

Private services will be arranged at the convenience of the family by the Kohut Funeral Home, Inc.

In lieu of flowers, contributions can be made in Kathryn’s memory to the Cetronia Ambulance Corp.

Anthony (Tony) M. Moncman, 83, of Bethlehem, passed away January 26, 2023. He was the husband of Diane (Reinert) Moncman. Born in Allentown, he was the son of the late Anthony and Pauline (Cherney) Moncman. He was a graduate of Central Catholic High School and served in the U.S. Army in Germany. He was a member of St. John the Baptist Slovak Catholic Church where he served as an altar boy during his youth, and later in life also played on the Church’s fastpitch softball team and bowled a 300 game in the Church’s bowling league. He was a coach and mentor for many local youth sports teams, and the highlight of his coaching career was as an assistant coach on his son Tim’s football staff at Liberty High School. Tony was a die-hard Boston Red Sox, Green Bay Packers, and most of all Philadelphia Flyers fan, who enjoyed watching and rooting for those teams through good times and bad. Tony was an avid outdoorsman who also enjoyed hunting and fishing, but most of all he cherished his role as a husband, father and grandfather. He will be deeply missed.
Survivors: wife- Diane Moncman; children- Tony and wife Jill, Tina Mann and husband Robert, Tim and wife Kim; grandchildren- Alex & Luke Moncman, Chelsea, Nickole & Bridgette Mann, Taylor & AJ Moncman. He was predeceased by his sisters- Catherine and Anna Marie Moncman and his nephew Dr. Michael Moncman.
A calling time will be held Friday, February 3rd 9-11AM with a Mass of Christian Burial to be celebrated at 11AM all in St. John the Baptist Slovak Catholic Church 924 N. Front St. Allentown, PA 18102. Burial to follow in St. Michaels Byzantine Catholic Cemetery, Whitehall.
In lieu of flowers, contributions can be made in Tony’s memory to the American Cancer Society and/or Gavin R. Stevens Foundation care of Kohut Funeral Home, Inc.

Dianna H. (Micolochick) White, 80, of Bath, passed away December 30, 2022. She was the loving wife of Herbert White Jr. Born in Quakertown, she was the daughter of the late Peter and Helen (Lander) Micolochick. Dianna graduated from Wilson Area High School in 1960. She worked for many years as a cook for Williams Restaurant and then for Walmart. She had been a member of the Ladies Auxiliary of Plainfield Twp. Ambulance Corp. Above all she was a dedicated wife, mother and grandmother and will be deeply missed.
Survivors: husband- Herbert White Jr.; children- John Gallagher and wife April of Earl Twp., Patricia Shoemaker and husband Bob of Bath, Donald Bercaw Jr. and fiancé June Santella of Sellersville; grandchildren- Elizabeth Prisque, Evan Heimbach, Emilee Heimbach and Nicole Bercaw; great grandchildren- Noah and Cadence Prisque; sisters- Karen LaBar and Beverly Statler; brothers- Dennis and John Micolochick; many nieces and nephews. She was predeceased by her brothers- Peter and Bill Micolochick.
A calling time will be held Saturday, January 7th 11AM-12PM with a service to follow at 12PM all in Kohut Funeral Home, Inc. 950 N. Front St. Allentown, PA 18102.
In lieu of flowers, contributions can be made in Dianna’s name to the Michael J. Fox Foundation for Parkinson’s research www.michaeljfox.org or to the Glioblastoma Research Organization www.gbmresearch.org

Lillian (Sedlacek) Marks, 85, of Hellertown, passed away peacefully surrounded by her family, on December 27, 2022. Born on July 19, 1937 in Allentown, she was the daughter of the late Florian and Mary (Koncir) Sedlacek. She was predeceased by the love of her life Robert Marks Sr. and her loving son Bill Marks, who was a constant and ever-present support in her life. She is survived by her son Robert Marks Jr. and his wife Lara and their children Victoria, Jaida and Lena; daughter Linda Marks; daughter-in-law- Jane Marks; many nieces and nephews, great nieces and nephews and great great nieces and nephews. Lilian worked in the banking industry in downtown Allentown until her retirement at age 65. Her greatest love was spending time with her family, especially with the “Lights of her life” her granddaughters. Lillian enjoyed time with friends, keeping in touch with her Central Catholic HS Family, reading books/current events, traveling — especially vacationing at the beach with her family. Her strength, positive attitude, and generosity will be remembered by all who knew her.
In lieu of flowers contributions can be made in Lillian’s memory to Team Vienna 4 SUDC Awareness (501c3, nonprofit) at www.VIENNA.team or sent to 210 West Front St. Suite 209 Swede Chevalier Bldg, Stephy’s Place , Red Bank NJ, 07701; or to Starting Over Animal Rescue PO Box 286 Schnecksville Pa 18078.

Margaret E. Fetchko, 86, of Whitehall, passed away peacefully on December 12th following a brief stay at Lehigh Valley Hospice. She was the widow of John Fetchko. Born in Allentown, she was the daughter of Frank and Helen (Hoffman) Mlynek. Peggy, as everyone called her, held varying professional positions at PPL, Woodlawn Memorial Park and Wanamaker’s Department Store, but her proudest role was that of a loving and hardworking homemaker. She was the foundation of her family and enjoyed cooking, reading, trips to the beach, volunteering and time spent with family and friends at Fellowship Community. She was a member of both St. John the Baptist Slovak Church and St. Michael the Archangel Byzantine Catholic Church, Allentown. Survivors: Daughter Judith Massaro and husband John, along with granddaughters Emily Massaro wife of Jason Mastroianni, Olivia Massaro fiancé of Tyler Daniels and son Michael and husband Keith Petrack. Brothers Edward and Carl Mlynek, sisters Elizabeth Fernandez, Catherine Mlynek, Mary Mlynek, and Dolores Reed. She was predeceased by brothers Frank and George Mlynek and sister Helen Fox. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Friday, December 16, 2022 at 10:30 at St. John the Baptist Slovak Church, 924 N Front St, Allentown. Viewing 9:30 to 10:30 AM in the church. Interment will follow in St. Michael the Archangel Byzantine Catholic Church Cemetery. Kohut Funeral Home, Inc, Allentown is handling arrangements. In lieu of flowers, please consider memorial contributions to Peaceable Kingdom Animal Shelter in Whitehall or the Animal Rescue League of Berks County, Birdsboro.

Thomas A. Malitsch, 68, passed away surrounded by his loving family on December 7, 2022 at St. Luke's Hospital ICU in Allentown. Born in Allentown, he was the son of the late Charles J. and Mary (Sharesky) Malitsch. He graduated from Dieruff High School in Allentown. Tom worked for the Bethlehem Steel Corporation and then as a cheese maker for Beatrice Foods. He was a member of Immaculate Conception Catholic Church. He will be so deeply missed by his family and friends. He was always a loving and loyal son, brother, uncle, great uncle and cousin.

Tom (Uncle Tom) has blessed us with examples of how to be a wonderful part of a family. He was always present at family gatherings, a constant in our lives, and a pillar of strength in times of great need. He was always patient, kind, generous, thoughtful, loving, and compassionate. Tom had a great listening ear. He never complained, judged anyone or held any grudges. He was the epitome of what it takes to be a good person, a decent human being.

Tom was a simple person, never wanting of expensive, material possessions. He gave of himself, quietly and humbly to anyone in need. His family owes him unending love for the sacrifices he made on their behalf. Tom also donated to many charities, especially those involving children and animals. And how he loved our family pets!

Affectionately called “Spanky” by some of his friends, Tom truly enjoyed their company as well. Some of his friends also shared his love of horse racing, a sport he was very knowledgeable about and enjoyed traveling to the Kentucky Derby and Saratoga, NY with them.

Tom was afflicted all his life with physical disabilities complicated by his Crohn’s Disease, yet he never allowed these issues to prevent him from working hard and being such an important part of our lives. “God gives his toughest battles to his strongest soldiers” and he was definitely one of them.

Tom is survived by his brother, Charlie Malitsch and wife Judy; nieces and nephews, Phillip, Douglas and Jennifer; very loving great nieces and nephews, Charlotte, Grant, Preston, Mitchell, Maverick, Maxwell, Emilia and Juliette; cousins, Monica, Matthew, Faith, Donna, Katarina, Michele, Tami and Connor.

A viewing will be held on Wednesday, December 14th 10-11AM with a Service to follow at 11AM in Kohut Funeral Home, Inc. 950 N. Front St. Allentown, PA 18102. Burial to follow in St. Michael’s Byzantine Catholic Cemetery.

Our appreciation and gratitude to Dr. Alia and the staff of the Emergency Department and the Intensive Care Unit at St. Luke’s Hospital in Allentown for their excellent care of Tom and their genuine concern and compassion. We also deeply appreciate the comfort that nurse Jessica and Chaplain Cliff Herring provided by being part of our prayer circle as Tom took flight into his eternal life with our Lord.
In lieu of flowers, contributions can be made to Shriner’s Children’s Hospital 3551 N. Broad St. Philadelphia, PA 19140.

Margaret R. (Heisler) Dziedzic, 99, of Allentown, passed away December 6, 2022. She was the loving wife of the late Anthony Blahut and then the late Stanley Dziedzic. Born in Palmerton, she was the daughter of the late Herman and Naomi (Schierer) Heisler. She worked for O&H Manufacturing Company for 20 years before her retirement. Margaret was a member of St. John the Baptist Slovak Catholic Church. She will be deeply missed.
Survivors: children- Lawrence Baglogach and wife Barbara, Patricia Baran and husband Thomas; step-daughter- Marie Mattos and Lorraine wife of Bill; 9 grandchildren; 16 great grandchildren. She was predeceased by her granddaughter- Rebecca, step-son- Eddie Blahut, 5 brothers and 3 sisters.
A viewing will be held Tuesday, December 13th 9:30-10AM with a Service to follow at 10AM in Kohut Funeral Home, Inc. 950 N. Front St. Allentown, PA 18102. Burial to follow in Cedar Hill Memorial Park.
Contributions can be made in Margaret’s memory to the church care of Kohut Funeral Home, Inc.