Holly A. (McClafferty) Hoffman, 68, of Allentown, passed away November 13, 2022. She was the loving wife of 43 years to Thomas R. Hoffman. Born in Allentown, she was the daughter of the late Thomas and Vivian (Keyser) McClafferty. She worked previously in the library at Cedar Crest College. She enjoyed gardening and watching her soap operas. She will be deeply missed.
Survivors: husband- Thomas Hoffman, a niece and great nephew- Danny. She was predeceased by her sister- Lynn Tonkin.
A calling time will be held on Monday, November 21st 6-8PM in Kohut Funeral Home, Inc. 950 N. Front St. Allentown, PA 18102.
Contributions can be made in Holly’s memory to Peaceable Kingdom or the American Cancer Society.
Michelle Lysykanycz
Michelle L. Lysykanycz, 54, of Allentown, passed away November 12, 2022. She was the loving wife of 25 years to Boris M. Lysykanycz. Born in Victorville, CA she was the daughter of Richard Kerrick and the late Debra (Dunsavage) Kerrick. Michelle graduated from St. Lukes School of Nursing. She worked as an RN for many years and then in Pharmaceutical Sales for Bristol Meyers and then for Bayer. Michelle was a member of Jordan UCC. She will be deeply missed.
Survivors: husband- Boris Lysykanycz, father- Richard Kerrick, daughter- Courtney Lysykanycz, brother- Richard Kerrick.
Services will be Private care of Kohut Funeral Home, Inc.
Charles Inhoff
Charles S. Inhoff, 84, of Catasauqua, passed away November 10, 2022. Born in Allentown, he was the son of the late Paul and Mary (Madura) Inhoff and stepson of the late Nicholas Zulovich. He graduated in 1956 from Liberty High School’s Vocational Dept. He was previously a partner/owner in Queen City Electrical Supply in Allentown. He was a Broker Associate in Real Estate for 42 years. Charles was one of the founding members of Parents Without Partners, Lehigh Valley Chapter. He will be deeply missed.
Survivors: son- Chuck Inhoff and his wife Mary; daughter- Carole Ann Allen and her husband Steve; grandchildren- Paul Inhoff & Becky Inhoff, Michael Ondrovic Jr. & Jesse Ondrovic; great granddaughter- Khaleesi Ondrovic; sister- Dorothy Fernandes; nieces- Debbie and Donna; nephew- Casey.
Services will be Private care of Kohut Funeral Home, Inc.
Donations can be made in Charles’ memory to Good Shepherd Hospital 850 S. 5th St. Allentown, PA 18103.
“Life is not weathering the storms, but learning to dance in the rain.”
Mary Smith
Mary Avila Smith, 63, of Allentown, passed away November 10, 2022. Born in Allentown, she was the daughter of Ethel May (Gruber) Galgon and the late Joseph Galgon Sr. Mary worked for many years in Behavioral Health & Special Needs Services. She enjoyed spending time helping and caring for others. Mary liked going on trips to the beach and spending her time gardening and tending to flowers in her back yard. She loved her cats and had a heart for rescuing those without a home. Most of all Mary loved spending time with her family. She will be deeply missed.
Survivors: mother- Ethel Galgon; children- Mandi Abernathy and her husband Craig, Clinton Svitilla Jr. and Darnell Ferrell; grandchildren- Aria, Brielle & Emmalyn Abernathy and Adeline & Brysen Svitilla; siblings- Betty Turczyn, Joanne Nichol and Joe Galgon Jr.; and many other loving nieces, nephews, extended family, and friends.
Services will be Private for the family care of Kohut Funeral Home, Inc.
Contributions can be made in Mary’s memory to Turning Point of Lehigh Valley 144 E. Susquehanna St. Allentown, PA 18103. https://www.turningpointlv.org/get-involved/donate/
Bruce Tagg
Bruce Anthony Tagg 67, {aka Tagliaboschi} of Schnecksville, Pa. was welcomed into the loving arms of his Savior on Monday October 10, 2022; after a long battle with cancer. His devotion to his family and his firm belief in God supported him in his struggle and ultimately gave him peace. Bruce was born in Perth Amboy New Jersey to the late Anthony Tagg (Tagliaboschi) and Jeanne Tagg nee Sorensen and spent his formative years in Metuchen, NJ. He and his wife Sandra have resided in Pennsylvania for the past 35 years. In 1972, he met the love of his life Sandra, and they wed in 1976, going on to have a son Justin. Bruce was a Sunday School teacher for adults, college students as well as leading a small group and home Bible Study group. While he was an ordained Minister of the Gospel, it was God's plan for him to work in a secular job. He has been employed in the insurance industry for over 35 years, most recently as a teacher and trainer. Bruce is survived by his loving wife Sandra Tagg; a son Justin Tagg and a daughter in law Britt Tagg. He is also survived by a brother David Tagg & wife Kim Tagg; niece Megan Tello & Great Niece Sam. In addition, he is survived by an Uncle, Aunt and multiple cousins. Services will be handled by the Kohut Funeral Home of Allentown, Pa. Viewing will be on Thursday October 20, 2022, at Cedar Crest Bible Fellowship Church from 9:30 am to 10:30 am. A celebration of life service will be held at 10:30 am at the church. Interment will follow at Resurrection Cemetery in Trexlertown, Pa. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Cedar Crest Deacons Benevolent Fund or Second Harvest Food Bank.
Barbara Kudla
Barbara A. Kudla, 85 left this world on October 10th, 2022, from her home in Virginia Beach and into the Lord's loving arms. Formerly a long-time resident of Allentown PA, she was born in Bethlehem to the late Margaret T. Unger and John A. Heidecker. She is predeceased by her husband Robert C. Kudla.
Cherishing her memories are her children, Robert Kudla, Jr. (Cathlin) of Laguna Niguel CA, Peggy Roethlein (Kevin) from Whitehall PA, Linda Lavender (Greg) from Virginia Beach, VA, Mark Kudla (Coral) from Slatington and Christine Seip (Catasauqua). She had 6 grandchildren and 2 great-grandchildren. She is also survived by her brothers, Jack Heidecker from Hazelton PA, and Christopher Unger from Doylestown PA, cousins and numerous nieces and nephews.
Barbara was a graduate of Central Catholic High School and enjoyed spending time with her life-long friends. She had numerous jobs over the years, but enjoyed most being Mom, Grammy, and Mimi. She was a jewelry artist and enjoyed making others happy with her creations. She was a woman of faith, loved the beach, Philadelphia Eagles, and most of all her family.
Friends and family are welcome at a celebration of her life which will be held on Saturday, November 5th at Kohut Funeral Home, 950 North Front St., Allentown, PA from 10am-12pm. The burial will be private.
In lieu of flowers, consider donating to St. Jude Children's Research Hospital, as she loved all children.
John Tobias
John J. Tobias Jr. 93, of Allentown passed away peacefully on Wednesday October 5, 2022. He was the husband of the late Mary A. (Kraftician) Tobias. Born in Allentown, John was a son of the late John J. Sr. and Ann (Byrne) Tobias. Jack was a graduate of Allentown Central Catholic High School and proudly served his country in the United States Army during the Korean War. He was a member of St. Francis of Assisi Church in Allentown. Jack loved spending time with his family and was very good with electrical work. He enjoyed fishing and occasionally going to the casino. Surviving are his nephews: William Boyko husband of Laura and their children William & Heather. Dr. David Bigatel husband of Levelle. Sister: Mary Boyko. Sister-in-law: Mildred "Millie" Bigatel. Jack was predeceased by his nephew John Boyko husband of Connie Boyko and her children John & Eric. A mass of Christian burial will be celebrated on Tuesday October 11, 2022 at 10:00AM in St. Francis of Assisi Church. Calling will be from 9:00-9:45AM in the vestibule. In lieu of flowers contributions may be made to the church. Arrangements have been entrusted to the Kohut Funeral Home.
Ludwig Pavlick
Ludwig (L.J.) J. Pavlick, Jr., 61, of Laury's Station, passed away October 4, 2022 surrounded by his family and friends. He was the loving husband of 36 years to Donna L. (Silfies) Pavlick. Born in Allentown, he was the son of the late Leah (Reppert) and Ludwig Pavlick Sr. L.J. was a graduate of Dieruff High School. He worked for Nestle (Alpo) since 1983 and in his younger years enjoyed working at the Sumner Ave Car Wash. L.J. was a member of St. John the Baptist Slovak Catholic Church and had attended Holy Trinity Catholic Church most recently. He was a long time fan of the Washington Redskins and was proud of his beach house in Ocean City, MD where he loved to spend time with friends and family on the beach, boating, jet skiing, clamming, fishing, kayaking, biking, playing pickle ball, and most of all walks with his best bud Peter. A dedicated provider to his wife and son and a true fighter like no other. He will be deeply missed.
Survivors: wife- Donna Pavlick; son- Kyle Pavlick and husband Logan; Grandpuppy- Peter; siblings- Robert Pavlick, Judith Smith, Katherine Joyce, Daniel Pavlick and wife Donna. He was predeceased by his brothers- William and Thomas Pavlick.
A Calling Time will be held on Monday, October 10, 2022 9:30AM-11:00AM in St. John the Baptist Slovak Catholic Church 924 N. Front St., Allentown. Mass of Christian Burial to follow at 11AM in the church. Burial to follow in Grandview Memorial Park, Allentown. Arrangements are entrusted to Kohut Funeral Home, Inc.
In lieu of flowers, contributions can be made in L.J.’s memory to St. John the Baptist Church, St. Jude’s Children’s Hospital or The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society.