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 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 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 “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 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, 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.

Robert “Bob” D. Haymaker, 64, of Orefield, passed away January 2, 2014. He was the loving husband to Jane E. (Peifer) Haymaker for 19 years. Born in Allentown, he was the son of the late Steven and Mary (Franek) Haymaker. He served in the U.S. Marine Corp during the Vietnam War. Bob was retired from Tyler Pipe. He had previously driven school buses for Community Services for Children/ Head Start and worked at Exide Battery. Bob was of the Catholic faith. He was an avid football fan and loved the Miami Dolphins. Bob and his friends originated the Duffers Classic amongst his group of golfing buddies.

Survivors:
Wife- Jane E. Haymaker
Step Sons- Ricky of Emmaus, John of New Ringgold, Erik of Wind Gap, Kyle at home and Ryan at home.
Son- Brian of Allentown
13 Grandchildren
6 Great Grandchildren
Niece- Tammy Deily- Brown and family
Nephew- Robert Deily and family
He was predeceased by his sister- Rosemary Deily.

A viewing will be held Tuesday 6-7:45PM with a service at 7:45PM in Kohut Funeral Home, Inc. 950 N. Front St. Allentown, PA 18102. Interment in Ft. Indiantown Gap National Cemetery will be Private for the family at a later date.

Janice A. Hercek, 65, of Whitehall, passed away Tuesday, August 27, 2013. Born in Allentown, she was the daughter of the late John and Stella (Jaskot) Hercek. She was a member of St. John the Baptist Slovak Catholic Church. Janice retired from Air Products after over 15 years of service.

Survivors:
Daughter- Sabrina Stametz of Whitehall
Grandchildren- Anthony Jose and Aliyah Alize Caraballo and also their father- Jose Caraballo
Brother- John Hercek and wife Judy of Harleysville
She was predeceased by a sister- Mary Hercek, Aunts and Uncles- Valeria and Michael Lukish and Veronica and Joseph Hercek.

A calling time will be held Tuesday, Sept. 3rd, 9-10:30AM in Kohut Funeral Home, Inc. 950 N Front St Allentown 18102. Mass of Christian Burial to be celebrated at 11AM in St. John the Baptist Slovak Catholic Church 924 N. Front St. Allentown 18102.

In lieu of flowers, donations can be made in Janice’s name toward the funeral expenses.