Mary J. (Roberts) Hauser, 69, of Bethlehem, passed away August 30, 2018. She was the loving wife of 45 years to Leonard P. Hauser. Born in Palmerton, she was the daughter of the late Rhoslyn and Dorothy (Webb) Roberts. Mary retired from Western Electric/ Agere. She was a member of Dubbs Memorial United Church of Christ. She was also a member of the Bocce Club, the Heights AA, the Fearless Fire Co. and the Eastside Fire Co. Mary liked going to the Sands, bowling at Jordan Lanes and with the Sunday Women’s Club. She enjoyed being social with her friends, dancing, traveling and being “The Life of the Party.”

Survivors: husband- Leonard P. Hauser; children- Thomas Roberts of Allentown, Jessica Kirk and husband Robert Kirk of Slatington, Leonard Hauser Jr. of Bethlehem, Stephanie Weiss of Coopersburg; grandchildren- Jennifer & Allison Roberts, Caitlin & McKenna Kirk, Brenton & Clayton Weiss; 2 sisters. She was predeceased by her brother- James Roberts.

A calling time will be held Saturday, September 8th 10-11AM with a Memorial Service at 11AM in Kohut Funeral Home, Inc. 950 N. Front St. Allentown, PA 18102. Burial to follow in Cedar Hill Memorial Park, Allentown.

Contributions can be made in Mary’s memory to the Easter Seals care of the funeral home.

Mary Ann F. Halada, 79, of Allentown, died in her home July 17, 2018. Born October 4, 1938 in Allentown, she was the daughter of the late Albert and Valeria (Wronski) Halada. A graduate of Allentown Central Catholic and Sacred Heart School of Nursing, her career was a Nurse Anesthetist at Sacred Heart Hospital and Lehigh Valley Hospital where she worked until her retirement. She was a member of St. John the Baptist Slovak Catholic Church.

She is survived by several cousins. She was predeceased by her beloved brother- John “Jackie” Halada.

A calling time will be held Thursday, July 26th 9:30-10:30AM in Kohut Funeral Home, Inc. 950 N Front St. Allentown, PA 18102. Mass of Christian Burial to follow at 11AM in St. John the Baptist Slovak Catholic Church 924 N. Front St. Allentown, PA 18102. Burial to follow in the parish cemetery.

Contributions can be made in Mary Ann’s memory to the Poor Clare nuns at Monastery of St. Clare 1271 Langhorne-Newtown Rd., Langhorne, PA 19047-1202.

Wanda (Benthien) Horbowji, 83, of Allentown, passed away December 15, 2017. She was the loving wife of 56 years to the late Peter Horbowyj. Born in Germany she was the daughter of the late Hahns and Minna Benthien. Wanda worked as a seamstress for Schneider Manufacturing until her retirement. She was a member of EC Christ the Blue Church in Easton. She enjoyed crocheting, sewing and playing BINGO.

Survivors: Children, Patricia Ann Dwinell and husband George of Palmerton, Peter Horbowyj and wife Janet of Coplay, Mary Romig and husband Robert of Bethlehem, Sonja Kustafic of Whitehall; Grandchildren- Christine Sides, Chris Bear, Autumn Horbowyj, Collins Horbowyj, Robert Dwinell, Mark Newhartz, Daniel Frey, Jessica and Sarah Romig; Great Grandchildren- Cam, Scarlett, Alec, Bennett, Alana, Cecilia, Ana and Kaleb.

A viewing will be held on Thursday, Dec 21st 9-10AM with a Service at 10AM all in Kohut Funeral Home, Inc. 950 N Front St. Allentown, PA 18102. Burial to follow in Woodlawn Memorial Park.

Virginia A. (Lipovsky) Hovan, 74, of Allentown, passed away December 2, 2017. She was the loving wife of the late Reginald R. Hovan Sr. Born in Allentown, she was the daughter of the late Aloysius and Helen (Rossowski) Lipovsky. Virginia had worked for Traubs Market, the Swain School, Kay Jewelers and modeled for Hess’s Patio. She was a member of St. John the Baptist Slovak Catholic Church. She had a “Club” of friends that she enjoyed meeting with once a month, for over 50 years. Above all, her joy in life was spending time with her children and grandchildren.

Survivors:
Sons- Reginald Hovan II and wife Tammy, Mark Hovan and wife Jen, Scott Hovan and wife Shelly; daughters- Heather Childress, Taylor Hovan; grandchildren- Mark, Robert, Jordan, Mackenzie, Kortney, Reginald III, Victoria, Hamilton, Hunter, Cole, Maxwell, Kendra; great granddaughter- Elliana; brother- James Lipovsky and wife Stephanie; sisters- Monica Abraham and husband Thomas, Joanne Hess and husband Jacob; sister-in-law- Patricia Lipovsky. She was predeceased by her brother- Bernard Lipovsky.

A viewing will be held Wednesday, December 6th 11:30AM-1PM in Kohut Funeral Home, Inc. 950 N. Front St. Allentown, PA 18102. Mass of Christian Burial to follow on Wednesday at 1:30PM in St. John the Baptist Slovak Catholic Church 924 N. Front St. Allentown, PA 18102. Burial to follow in the parish cemetery.

In lieu of flowers, per Virginia’s request, contributions can be made to Kohut Funeral Home towards funeral expenses.

Edward R. Helinsky, 90, of Allentown, passed away September 26, 2017. He was the loving husband of the late Mildred (Gurgick) Helinsky. Born on Christmas Day in Bethlehem, he was the son of the late Catherine (Schultz) Helinsky. He served in U.S. Army during WWII. Edward worked previously for Goulder, Climax Specialties, Inc. and then Phoenix Clothing. He was a member of St. John the Baptist Slovak Catholic Church.

Survivors: Sons- Raymond and wife Anna Marie of Lansdale, Thomas of Kansas City, MO; Daughter- Beverly Hennessy and husband Robert of Allentown; Grandchildren- Heather, Melissa, Sara, Robert and Allison; Great Grandchildren- Maxwell, Ira, William and Edward. He was predeceased by his daughter- Diane Helinsky and wife- Mildred Helinsky.

A viewing will be held Saturday, Sept 30th 9:30-11AM with a service at 11AM in Kohut Funeral Home, Inc. 950 N. Front St. Allentown, PA 18102. Burial to follow in St. John the Baptist Slovak Cemetery.

Mary A. (Wiener) Horvath, 99, of Allentown, passed away February 1, 2017 in Phoebe Nursing Home. She was the loving wife of the late Eugene F. Horvath Sr. Born in Allentown, she was the daughter of the late Frank and Catherine (Dominko) Wiener. She worked for various clothing factories until her retirement. Mary was a member of Sacred Heart Catholic Church. She enjoyed gardening, going dancing, baking for her family and loved animals.

Survivors: Children- of Allentown, Eugene F. Horvath Jr. of Allentown, Janice Horvath and husband Russell Rehrig of Allentown; Grandchildren- Kim and Vicki; 2 Great Grandchildren; Sister- Christina Daniele; Brother- Jerry Wiener. She was predeceased by her daughter- Carol Beitler and her siblings- Tessie, Kitty, Stephen, Frank and Cecilia.

A viewing will be held Monday 12-1PM with a service to follow at 1PM in Kohut Funeral Home, Inc. 950 N. Front St. Allentown, PA 18102. Burial to follow in St. Marks Cemetery, Allentown.

In lieu of flowers, contributions can be made in Mary’s memory to Lehigh County Humane Society c/o the funeral home.

Roslyn R. Hosak of Schnecksville, formerly of Whitehall, passed away December 29, 2016 with her loving daughter by her side. She was the wife of Frank Hosak who died Oct. 5, 2009. She was the daughter of the late Emil and Ann (Barnes) Roberti.
Survivors: Daughter- Roslyn of Schnecksville with whom she resided, Son- Jeff and wife Francine of Walnutport, 2 Grandchildren- Cherise and Brian.
Services: Private, No Calling Hours. Divine Liturgy will be celebrated Wednesday, January 4th at 11AM in St. Michael the Archangel Byzantine Catholic Church 156 Green St. Allentown, PA 18102.
In lieu of flowers, contributions can be made to St. Joseph the Worker Catholic Church’s Angel Fund 1879 Applewood Dr. Orefield, PA 18069.

Harold Frederick Hoffman, born July 10, 1922 in Allentown, passed July 8, 2015 in Harrisonburg, Virginia. He was a WWll Navy Veteran. He worked at Mack Truck for 40 years. He married June Pearl (Didra) in 1945. They were married 70 years. June was born 1925 in Allentown. She passed November 27, 2016 in Woodstock, Virginia. They are survived by two daughters. Roxanne Unangst wife of Barry residing in New Market, Virginia and Denise Hoffman of Allentown, Pennsylvania. A gravesite service will be held on Saturday June 16, 2018 at Saint Marks Cemetery in Allentown at 10:00 am. Any donations to American Cancer and/or Alzheimer's for the advancement of cures are greatly appreciated.