Michael J. Kunkle, 54, of Northampton and previously of Coplay, passed away Friday, June 07, 2013. He was the loving husband of Carol A. (Creyer) Kunkle. Born in Allentown, he was the son of Russell W. and Margaret (Roos) Kunkle. He was a “76” graduate of Northampton Area High School. Michael worked for SYSCO Foods for 8 years. He was a member of Holy Trinity Catholic Church. Michael genuinely loved life. He loved to garden, cook, fish, ski and golf. He will be sadly missed by his entire family.

Survivors:
Parents- Russell and Margaret Kunkle of Florida
Wife- Carol A. Kunkle
Sons- Christopher J. and Ryan G. of Schnecksville
Step-Daughter- Ashley Loikits of Allentown
Step-Son- Jason Creyer of Allentown
Grandson- Hunter Wise
Sisters- Anna Marie Trate and husband Robert of Fogelsville
Patricia Ann Everett and husband Randall of Bethlehem
2 Nieces
2 Nephews
2 Great Nephews

A calling time will be held on Friday 9-10AM with Mass of Christian Burial to follow at 10AM all in Holy Trinity Catholic Church 4102 S. Church St. Whitehall, PA 18052.

In lieu of flowers, donations can be made in Michael’s memory to St Luke’s VNA Hospice 801 Ostrum St. Bethlehem, PA 18015.

Christine M. (Siska) Kudla, 92, passed away peacefully surrounded by her family on Saturday May 25, 2013 at Whitehall Manor.

She was born in Bratoslava, Czechoslovakia, the daughter of the late James and Christina (Pridal) Siska.

SURVIVORS: She is survived by a sister, Rose Frisch of Whitehall, and her nephew and his wife, James and Bonni Frisch of Bethlehem; great nephew, Jason Frisch.

SERVICES: Private and at convenience of the family

Memorials may be sent to Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia, Lockbox #1352, P.O. Box 8500, Philadelphia, PA 19178-1352 and/or St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital, Memorial/Honor Program, 501 St Jude Place, Memphis, TN 38105

The Kohut Funeral Home, Inc. is handling the arrangements.

Anna Kohut, 91, of Allentown, passed away Saturday, May 18, 2013. Born in Allentown, she was the daughter of the late John and Mary (Piscur) Kohut. Anna was retired from the former Charis Manufacturing and the former South Manufacturing. She was a member of St. Mary Ukrainian Orthodox Church. Anna was a very warm and caring person to all her friends, neighbors, relatives and she especially loved caring for her furry neighbors including her cat Puss Puss Whitey.

Survivors:
Many Cousins
She was predeceased by her brother- Michael and sister- Helen Gerzanich.

A viewing will be held on Wednesday 9:30-10AM with a Funeral Service at 10AM all in St. Mary Ukrainian Orthodox Church Fullerton and Catasauqua Aves. Allentown. Burial to follow in the parish cemetery. Arrangements care of Kohut Funeral Home, Inc.

In lieu in of flowers, donations can be made in Anna’a memory to the church or to a charity of one’s choice.

John Kochenash, 90, of Allentown, passed away February 26, 2013. He was the loving husband of the late Helen (Zukowski) Kochenash. He was the son of the late Nicholas and Catherine (Horbouy) Kochenash. He was 1st Sergeant in the U.S. Army in World War II. After the war he worked with his father in the construction business. In 1959 he became proprietor of the Imperial Tavern. He was actively involved in the Lehigh County Tavern Assoc. where he served as President for several years. He also helped organize Grandlawn Baseball Little League.

Survivors:
Son- John M. Kochenash of Allentown
Daughters- Jane Kochenash of Allentown
Joan Rogers and husband David of CT
Grandson- Nicholas Rogers
Granddaughter- Jennifer Rogers and husband Martyn Oliver and Great Granddaughter- Maude of Washington, DC
Sisters- Stella Slome of Hicksville, NY
Olga Bennett of Allentown
Nieces and Nephews
Pre-deceased by his brother- Michael of Old Zionsville and sister- Mary Bruchok of Allentown.

A viewing will be held on Thursday 9:30-10:15AM with Mass of Christian Burial at 10:30AM all in St. Francis of Assisi Catholic Church 1046 W Cedar St. Allentown 18102. Burial will take place at a later date in Holy Saviour Cemetery, Bethlehem.

In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the church care of Kohut Funeral Home, Inc.

Ksenia (Kochenash) Krawchuk, 95, of Allentown, passed away February 19, 2013 in her daughter Maria’s home. She was the wife of 57 years to the late Frank Krawchuk. Born in Allentown, and grew up in Ormrod, she was the daughter of the late John and Catherine (Yarka) Kochenash. She was the last surviving member of her family. Ksenia was a member of St. Vladimir’s Greek Catholic Church in Palmerton and currently attended St. Thomas More Catholic Church in Allentown. She was a “Rosie the Riveter” at Bethlehem Steel during WWII. Ksenia retired after 31 years of service from Western Electric/ Lucent Tech. She was a member of the Pioneers Club. Ksenia enjoyed doing yard work, crocheting afghans for her grandchildren and great grandchildren, and liked to keep family traditions. She liked to make halupki, pirogies and nut roll. Ksenia’s family was the light of her life.

Survivors:
Daughter- Maria and husband Richard Kalady with whom she resided in Allentown
Grandchildren and families-
Lisa wife of Robert Eisler, Esq and children- Emily and Brendan of Wyncote
Mark G. Kalady and wife Meg and children- Molly, Madeline and Maeve of Schwenksville
Michael R. Kalady and wife Mary and children- Kaitlyn, Michael Jr. and Peter of Exton
Matthew Kalady, MD and wife Skyler, MD and children- Matthew Jr., Nicholas, Luke and Sophia of Cleveland Heights, Ohio

She was predeceased by her daughter- Kathleen and siblings- Mary Honchar, Anna Spath, Irene Konya, Helen Schenk and Michael Kochenash.

A viewing will be held Friday 9:15-10AM with a Mass of Christian Burial to follow 10AM all in St. Thomas More Catholic Church 1040 Flexer Ave Allentown 18103. Burial to follow in St. John the Baptist Catholic Cemetery, Northampton. Arrangements c/o Kohut Funeral Home, Inc.

Dmytro Kohut, 96, of Easton, passed away Monday, October 29, 2012. He was the loving husband of the late Anna (Kurenda) Kohut. Born in Bukovec-Turka,Ukraine, he was the son of the late Petro and Maria (Rotchen) Kohut. Dmytro and Anna arrived in America February 22, 1949 and became U.S. citizens in 1955. Dmytro was retired from Victalic (Formerly Lehigh Foundry). He was the eldest active member of Holy Ghost Ukrainian Catholic Church. He was a member of the Ukrainian Congress Comittee Assoc and President of the former Ukrainian Club in Easton.

Survivors: Daughters- Luba wife of Gary Laubach of Easton and Mary Ann wife of Edward Fleck of Easton; five grandchildren- Natalie Ludrof w/o John, Christine Polomchak w/o John, Amy Fleck-Welsh w/o James, Audrey Fleck and Andrew Fleck; three great grandchilren- Brian Ludrof, Abby Ludrof and Alexa Polomchak; sister- Yustyna of Ukraine. He was predeceased by seven siblings. Services: A viewing will be held on Monday 8:45 to 9:45 a.m. with Liturgy at 10 a.m. all in Holy Ghost Ukrainian Catholic Church, 315 4th St., Easton 18042. Burial to follow in the parish cemetery.

Contributions: In lieu of flowers donations can be made to the church memorial fund. Arrangements care of Kohut Funeral Home Inc.

Bernadine (Bernie) A. (Janenko) Kapun, 89, of Allentown, passed away Sunday, September 2, 2012. Born in Allentown, she was the daughter of the late Michael and Anna (Puschsauver) Janenko. She worked as a Draftsman for the Vultee Defense Plant during WWII and then retired from Western Electric after 35 years. She was a member of St. John the Baptist Slovak Catholic Church. Bernie was also a member of the First Slovak Catholic Ladies Union, the Pioneers Club and she bowled with the Retirees of Western Electric.

Survivors: Daughter, Maryann Zwickl wife of Robert of Allentown; brother, Michael Janenko of California; nieces and nephews including nephews, Chris, Phillip and Roger Janenko; grand nieces and nephews. She was predeceased by her brother, George Janenko.

Services: A viewing will be held Friday, 9 to 10 a.m. in Kohut Funeral Home, Inc., 950. N. Front St., Allentown, PA 18102. Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 10:30 a.m. in St. John the Baptist Slovak Catholic Church, 924 N. Front St., Allentown 18102. Burial to follow in the parish cemetery.

Stephen J. Kerecz, 90, of Allentown, died Friday, August 24, 2012. He was the husband of the late Theresa (Oswald) Kerecz. Survivors: Son, Daughter, Brother- Joseph and Sister-Irene Recor. Services: Private c/o Kohut Funeral Home, Inc.