It is with great sadness that we announce that Nancy L. Hill, 77, of Melbourne, FL died July 6, 2015.
Nancy was born to the late Mary and Jacob Bessler in Hackensack, NJ. She graduated from Scotch Plains High School, Marietta College, University of Illinois and at 45, she received a Fine Arts degree from Moravian College.
Nancy taught Spanish at Cedar Crest College, Moravian College, Lehigh University and Muhlenberg College and taught art classes at local senior centers.
Nancy was a gifted artist and when she was not painting she was out in our world photographing whatever struck her fancy. Her photos and art captured the spirit and essence of what she saw. Her favorite places were Yosemite and Nepal.
Nancy has been a friend and mentor to many. She has spread her love and wisdom with people throughout this world; touched many lives and will be sorely missed.
She is survived by Frank Campi; brother, Paul Bessler; sons, John and Brian Hill and three grandchildren, Kyle, Jami and Laura Hill who will forever miss her loving words. Dolly Madison, her cat, will continue to reside in Melbourne.
A Celebration of Nancy’s Life will be held on Thursday, August 20, 2015 in the Allentown Rose Gardens Pavilion #2 Honochick Dr. Allentown, PA 18104. Calling Hours will be 5-6PM with a Service at 6PM. Arrangements care of Kohut Funeral Home, Inc. Allentown.
In lieu of flowers, please send donations to didiproject.org or nepalyouthfoundation.org in memory of Nancy L Hill.
Charles Hysick
Charles M. Hysick, 62, of Allentown, passed away June 30, 2015. Born in Allentown, he was the son of the late John and Dolores (Vasilik) Hysick. Charles worked for Traffic Services for 45 years. He loved to paint parking lots, shoot clay birds and spend time playing with his granddaughter. He was a member of St. Michael the Archangel Byzantine Catholic Church.
Survivors:
Daughter- Angela Roth and her husband Cory and Granddaughter- Anna of Catasauqua, Daughter- Pamela Hysick of Catasauqua; Brothers- Steven Hysick of Coopersburg and Richard Hysick of Allentown.
A viewing will be held on Friday, July 3rd 8-10AM with Panachyda at 10AM in Kohut Funeral Home, Inc. 950 N. Front St. Allentown 18102. Divine Liturgy with Office of Christian Burial will follow at 10:30AM in St. Michael the Archangel Byzantine Catholic Church 156 Green St. Allentown 18102. Burial to follow in St. Andrews Cemetery, Whitehall.
In lieu of flowers, donations can be made in Charles’s memory to St. Michael’s Church.
Anna Harakal
Anna K. (Novak) Harakal, 90, of Allentown, passed away March 20, 2015. She was the loving wife of the late John Harakal Jr. Born in Canton, OH she was the daughter of the late Michael and Anna (Kozusko) Novak. Anna was a member of St. John the Baptist Slovak Catholic Church. She retired from Schneider Manufacturing as a seamstress.
Survivors:
Children- Patricia wife of the late Andrew Madea of Walnutport, John Harakal III husband of Christine of Catasauqua, Deborah Harakal-Hysick of North Catasauqua, the late Stephen Harakal, Gregory Harakal husband of Lori of Slatington and Jeffrey Harakal and fiancé Maria Ruch of Allentown; 11 Grandchildren; 11 Great Grandchildren; Sisters- Dorothy Guida of Santa Maria, CA, Barbara Rhey of Anaheim, CA and the late Irene Novak.
A viewing will be held Friday 8-10AM in Kohut Funeral Home, Inc. 950 N. Front St. Allentown 18102. Mass of Christian Burial to be celebrated at 10:30AM in St. John the Baptist Catholic Church 924 N. Front St. Allentown. Burial to follow in St. Andrews Cemetery, Catasauqua.
Contributions can be made in Anna’s memory to the church care of the funeral home.
Ann Hancharik
Ann K. (Kollar) Hancharik, 84, of Allentown, passed away March 18, 2015. She was the loving wife of the late Edward Hancharik. Born in Allentown, she was the daughter of the late Stephen and Anna (Bachraty) Kollar. Ann worked previously for Bell Laboratories, Hess’s and Wanamaker’s. She was a life time member of St. John the Baptist Slovak Catholic Church. Ann was also a member of the church choir, Ladies Auxiliary and their Primetime Group.
Survivors:
Daughter- Annette M. Hancharik of Branford, CT; Son- Edward J. Hancharik of Bethlehem; Sister- Irene Petras of Saucon Valley and many nieces and nephews. She was predeceased by her sister- Val Petras, and brother-in-laws- John and Joseph Petras.
A viewing will be held on Tuesday 9:30-10:30AM in Kohut Funeral Home, Inc. 950 N. Front St. Allentown with Mass of Christian Burial to be celebrated at 11AM in St. John the Baptist Catholic Church 924 N. Front St. Allentown. Burial to follow in the parish cemetery.
In lieu of flowers, donations can be made in Ann’s memory to the church.
Dennis Halleman
Dennis J. Halleman, 75, of Allentown, passed away February 3, 2015 in his home. Born in Allentown, he was the son of the late John and Johanna (Gellis) Halleman. Dennis served in the U.S. Navy. He worked for A. Sheftel & Sons for over 25 years before his retirement. Dennis was a member of St. Francis of Assisi Catholic Church. He enjoyed going to Flea Markets with his friends.
Survivors:
3 Cousins and Close Friend- Annetta Oswald and her family.
A viewing will be held on Monday 10-11AM with a service at 11AM all in Kohut Funeral Home, Inc. 950 N. Front St. Allentown 18102. Burial to follow in St. Marys Cemetery, Catasauqua.
Contributions can be made in Dennis’s memory to the American Heart Assoc. 212 E. Broad St. Bethlehem, PA 18018.
Agnes Holzer
Agnes “Dolly” M. (Csencitz) Holzer, 83, of Allentown, passed away December 10, 2014. She was the wife of over 50 years to Ignatz Holzer. She was the daughter of the late Stephen and Theresa Csencitz. Agnes retired from Western Electric after 34 years of service. She was of the Catholic faith.
Survivors: Husband- Ignatz Holzer, Children- Harry and wife Suzanne Holzer of Easton, the late Mark Holzer and Olga and husband Richard McGee of Allentown; 4 Grandchildren; Sisters- Rose Kenya, Theresa Zintak and Anna Jacobs; nieces and nephews.
Services will be private care of Kohut Funeral Home, Inc.
Joseph Hafner
Joseph A. Hafner, 85, of Allentown, passed away Friday, August 22, 2014 in Cedarbrook Nursing Home, Allentown. He was the loving husband of 59 years to Valentina M. (Hurban) Hafner. Born in Allentown, he was the son of the late Joseph and Margaret (Unger) Hafner. Joseph served in the U.S. Army during the Korean Conflict. He worked for over 30 years at Joe Coyle and then for 10 years as a Bridge Superintendent for Lehigh County. He was a member of St. John the Baptist Slovak Catholic Church and the American Legion.
Survivors:
Wife- Valentina M.Hafner
Children- Joseph A. Hafner Jr. and wife Elizabeth of Allentown
Lisa Cope and husband William M. Cope Jr. of Germansville
Grandchildren- Michael and Melissa
Great Granddaughter- Katie
Brother- Roland Hafner
Nieces and Nephews
He was predeceased by his sister- Matilda and brother- Carl.
A viewing will be held on Monday, August 25th 9:30-10:30AM in Kohut Funeral Home, Inc. 950 N. Front St Allentown 18102. Mass of Christian Burial to follow at 11AM in St. John the Baptist Slovak Catholic Church 924 N. Front St. Allentown 18102. Burial will be private at a later date.
Donations can be made in Joseph’s memory to the church or to the American Saddlebred Horse Rescue 6 Meadow Cliff Lane Hardwick, NJ 07825 or to Cedarbrook Nursing Home Unit-B3 350 S. Cedarbrook Rd. Allentown, PA 18104.
Robert Hertzog
Robert Hertzog, 76, of Allentown died on Monday, August 11, 2014 at St. Luke’s Hospital Bethlehem after a courageous battle with Leukemia.
Born in Allentown, he was the son of the late Warren Hertzog and the late Esther (Flood) Kravelick. He graduated in 1955 from Catasauqua High School. He worked for more than 30 years in corrosion proof construction, retiring as a field superintendent in 1996. He also worked at Lehigh Valley Airport in passenger services, retiring in 2013.
Survivors:
He will be lovingly remembered by his two daughters, Robin, wife of Dr. Bruce Greenspan of Bethlehem, and Gina, wife of Steven Hullihen of Texas. He was adored by his five grandchildren and eight great grandchildren, Christopher Ziegler and wife Mandy and their sons Camden, Cason, Allen & Aiden of Texas. Derek Ziegler and his daughters, Kadence, Marisa and Abby of Texas. Dr. Tami Greenspan Coppler and husband Timothy and their daughter Corinne of Pittsburgh, Tara Ziegler Wigent and husband Brandon of Texas and Andrew Greenspan and wife Lynn of Bethlehem.
He is also survived by his siblings Larry Hertzog (Gail), Barbara Buehler (Richard) and Janice Lewis (Colin) all of Allentown, his companion Gert Cascioli of Phillipsburg, and former wife Patricia Hertzog of Northampton.
He was predeceased by his parents, brothers William Hertzog and Michael Kravelick Jr and his step-father Michael Kravelick Sr.
A viewing will be held on Saturday, August 16th from 10-11AM with a 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 Robert’s memory to St. Luke’s Hospital School of Nursing 800 Ostrum St. Bethlehem, PA 18015.