Robert C Lipovsky, 88, of Allentown, passed away April 5, 2017. He was the son of the late John and Mary (Rossowski) Lipovsky. He had worked at the Bethlehem Steel Company; first in the Open Hearth and then in the Basic Oxygen Furnace for 38 years. He also served honorably in the U.S. Army during the Korean War. He was a lifelong member of St. John the Baptist Slovak Church. He was preceded in death by his brother- John.

Survivors: Wife- Betty (Geist) Lipovsky; Sons- Robert, James and Michael Lipovsky; Daughter- Patricia Gaugler; Brother- David Lipovsky; Sister- Dorothy Chlebove; 5 Grandchildren; 2 Great Grandchildren.

A calling time will be held on Monday 10-10:30AM with Mass of Christian Burial at 10:30AM in St. John the Baptist Slovak Church 924 N. Front St. Allentown, PA 18102. Burial to follow in the parish cemetery.

In lieu of flowers, contributions can be made in Robert’s memory to the church care of Kohut Funeral Home, Inc.

Stephen Lepeta, 68, of Allentown, passed away peacefully in his home February 4, 2016. He was the loving husband of the late MaryElizabeth Hessinger-Lepeta. Born in Aschaffenburg, Germany Stephen was the son of the late Osyp and Maria (Kuzminska) Lepeta. He graduated from Allentown Central Catholic High School in 1965 and served in the U.S. Army for 3 years, during the Vietnam War. Stephen retired after 29 years of service from Stroh’s Brewery formerly Schaefer Brewery. He was of the Ukrainian Catholic faith. Stephen was a member of the Fullerton Fire Co. and Woodlawn Fire Co. social clubs, the Jordan Athletic Club, the American Legion and the Suburban North YMCA in Catasauqua. Stephen was an avid athlete. He ran the New York Marathon and many other marathons and triathlons. He was a body builder and competitive Olympic weight lifter as well as training many other athletes. Stephen was a semi-professional middle weight boxer and sparring partner to many well known boxers. He loved animals, especially his loyal, faithful dog and companion, Sam.

Survivors:
Children, Lisa-Jon Lepeta-Trinidad of South Whitehall, Twp and Joseph “JD” Lepeta II and his wife Gloria-Mae Smith of Pen Argyl; Sister, Mary Lepeta DeNardo and her husband Mark of Hanover Twp; Son-in-Law Tony Trinidad of West Chester; Sister- In-Law, Barbara Fernandes of South Whitehall Twp; 4 Nieces and Nephews; several Great Nieces and Nephews and many friends in the Lehigh Valley

A calling time will be held Thursday 6-8PM with a Parastas at 7PM in Kohut Funeral Home, Inc. 950 N. Front St. Allentown, PA 18102. A calling time will be held Friday 10-10:30AM in Immaculate Conception Catholic Church 501 Ridge Ave Allentown, PA 18102 with Mass of Christian Burial to follow at 10:30AM. Burial to follow in St. John the Baptist Ukrainian Catholic Cemetery, Northampton.

In lieu of flowers, donations can be made in Stephen’s memory to the Lehigh County Humane Society 640 Dixon St. Allentown, PA 18103.

Kathryn Lazor, 88, of Macungie, passed away January 8, 2016. Born in Upper Milford Twp, she was the daughter of the late Michael and Sophia (Hartzun) Lazor. Kathryn was a member of St. Mary’s Ukrainian Orthodox Church. She retired in 1992 from Allen Organ after 33 years of service.

Survivors: sisters- Anna Stahl (Richard), Julia Yeakel (William) and Rosalie Onushco (Michael) all of Macungie and many nieces and nephews. She was predeceased by her sister- Mary Wassum, and brothers- John, Michael, Peter, Steven and Charles Lazor.

Services will be private, care of Kohut Funeral Home, Inc.

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

Catherine (Rudiak) Laudenslayer, 95, of Allentown, passed away November 26, 2014. She was the wife of the late Gerald Laudenslayer. Born in Chester, she was the daughter of the late Michael and Mary (Kuchta) Rudiak. She worked as a secretary at Bethlehem Steel and Sober Trucking early in her life. Catherine loved raising and spending time with her family. She was a member of St. Mary’s Ukrainian Orthodox Church. She was also a member of the St. Mary’s Ladies Auxiliary where she was active in volunteering to make pierogies and hoagies for their fundraisers. She especially enjoyed her bus trips to Atlantic City and Foxwoods Casinos.

Survivors: Daughters, Gloria Hamm and husband Wayne of Schnecksville, Judy Walsh of Allentown, Joyce Mehrkam and husband Ralph of Allentown; Grandchildren, Stacey, Allyson, Molly, Patrick and Lindsay; Great Grandchildren, Andrew, Jacob, Paige and Avery. She was predeceased by her sister, Olga Maly and brother, John Rudiak.

A viewing will be held on Wednesday 9-10AM with a Funeral Service at 10AM all in St. Mary’s Ukrainian Orthodox Church 1031 Fullerton Ave Allentown. Burial to follow in the parish cemetery.

In lieu of flowers, donations can be made in Catherine’s memory to the church or to a charity of one’s choice care of Kohut Funeral Home, Inc.

Bernard Aloysius Lipovsky, 74, of Allentown, passed away December 17, 2013 surrounded by his loving family. He was the husband of Patricia (Sokalsky) Lipovsky. They celebrated their 51st Wedding Anniversary in Sept. Bernard was born in Allentown. He was the son of the late Aloysius and Helen (Rossowski) Lipovsky. Bernard graduated from Allentown Central Catholic. He was an Army Veteran. He retired from Whitehall Post Office as a Supervisor and then worked for Phoebe Floral. Bernard was an avid sports fan, especially a fan of the Phillies and the Eagles. He coached girls little league for many years.

Survivors:
Wife- Patricia Lipovsky
Daughters- Jayne Lipovsky
Jill wife of Michael Smith
Jaclyn wife of James Rosenberger
Grandson Christian, the Joy of his life
All of Allentown
Brother- James husband of Stephanie
Sisters- Joanne Hess wife of Jacob
Virginia Hovan wife of the late Reginald
Monica Abraham wife of Thomas
Many Nieces and Nephews

A viewing will be held on Monday 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. Burial to follow in Resurrection Cemetery.


In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to St Johns Church care of Kohut Funeral Home, Inc.

Randolph J. Lagler, 60, of Allentown, passed away September 17, 2013. Born in Allentown, he was the son of the late August and Dorothy (Heckman) Lagler. He was a member of the Fearless, Liberty and Fullerton Fire Companies. He enjoyed going to the Red Barn.

Survivors:
Children- Randolph Lagler Jr
Nicole Lagler
Grandson- Owen
Brothers- Terry Lagler
Barry and wife Suzanne Lagler
Timothy and wife Helen Lagler
Tab and wife Robin Lagler
Gary and wife Michelle Lagler
Sister- Anna Marie Lagler


Services will be Private.

In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to Kohut Funeral Home, Inc. toward the funeral expenses.

Katharina (Ruhl) Len, 89, of Allentown, passed away Monday, March 25, 2013 in her home. She was the wife of the late Daniel Len. Born in Russia, she was the daughter of the late David Ruhl and Elisabeth Ruhl Hildmann. She was a member of St. Mary Ukrainian Orthodox Church.

Survivors:
Son- Nicholas and wife Connie J. Len of Allentown
Daughter- Renata Len at home
Grandchildren- Kristine M. Len of Washington DC
Daniel M. Len and wife Erin R. Vellela of Emmaus
Brother- Hans Hildmann
Sisters- Marie Hildmann Metke
Erma Hildmann Niephaus all of Germany
She was predeceased by brothers- Gottlieb Ruhl and Josef Ruhl.

A viewing will be held on Thursday 9-10AM with a Service at 10AM all in Kohut Funeral Home, Inc. 950 N. Front St. Allentown 18102. Burial to follow in St. Mary Ukrainian Orthodox Cemetery.

In lieu of flowers, donations can be made in her memory to the church.

Thomas A. Litak, 79, of Allentown, passed away Monday, November 5, 2012. He was the loving husband of 59 years, to Margaret E. (Puskas) Litak. Born in Allentown, he was the son of the late Frank and Margaret H. (Keiser) Litak. He served in the U.S. Army during the Korean War. Thomas worked as a brick layer and later retired from the Allentown Police Dept. after 30 years of service. He was a member of St. John the Baptist Slovak Catholic Church and the Fraternal Order of Police Lodge #10, Allentown.

Survivors: Wife, Margaret E. Litak; son, David T. Litak of Schnecksville; daughter, JoAnn Pychinka of Princeton, NC; grandchildren, Jason Pychinka and Joy Upanavage; six great-grandchildren.

Services: A viewing will be held on Friday 9:30 to 10:30 a.m. in Kohut Funeral Home, Inc. 950 N Front St., Allentown 18102. Mass of Christian Burial to be celebrated Friday at 11 a.m. in St. John the Baptist Slovak Catholic Church 924 N Front St., Allentown 18102. Burial to follow in Cedar Hill Memorial Park. Contributions: In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the church care of Kohut Funeral Home, Inc.