All Obituaries

Elaine E. Sterner, 81, of Tamaqua, died on Sunday, June 26, 2022 in St. Luke’s Hospital, Bethlehem. She was the wife of the late Carl F. Sterner, who died on February 1, 1988. Prior to retiring, she worked as a machine operator in the garment industry at various local knitting mills. Born in West Penn Township, she was the daughter of the late Deyman F. Hamm and Messida (Lorah) Hamm Schwenk. She was a member of the Kingdom Hall of Jehovah's Witnesses, Tamaqua. Elaine loved her...

Dennis R. Kalish, 76, of Tamaqua, passed away on Wednesday, June 15, 2022, in St. Luke’s Hospital, Bethlehem. He was the husband of Paulette (Paukovits) Kalish. Prior to retiring, he was employed as a line mechanic for over 30 years at Kraft Foods, Fogelsville. Born in Coaldale, he was the son of the late Vincent and Hazel (McMichael) Kalish. He was of Protestant faith. Dennis was a member of the Tamaqua Rifle and Pistol Club. He was an avid hunter and fisherman. Surviving in...

Francis C. “Frank” Keiser, 84, of New Ringgold, formerly a lifelong resident of Park Crest, Barnesville, passed away on Monday, May 16, 2022 in his home. He was the husband of Loretta “Lori” (Wagner) Keiser. They celebrated their 46th wedding anniversary on May 1. Prior to retiring, he was employed for 30 years as an aircraft mechanic at the former Reading Aviation and Allegheny Airlines. Born in Shenandoah, he was the son of the late Francis and Rose (Brentari)...

Rodger G. Haydt, 74, of Andreas, passed away, May 9, 2022, in his home. He was the husband of Barbara (Snyder) Haydt. They were married on March 12, 1971 and celebrated 51 years of marriage. Prior to retiring, he was employed by Lighting Fixture and Supply Co., Allentown. Born in Palmerton, he was the son of the late Preston and Marion (Haydt) Hausman. He was an Army veteran and honorably served in the Vietnam War with the rank of SPC 5. He was a member of the Lehighton American Legion Post...

David G. Frederick, 70, of West Penn Township, passed away Thursday, April 28, 2022, in St. Luke’s Hospice, Bethlehem. He was the husband of Lisa (Lazur) Frederick. They were married on June 6, 1987 and celebrated 34 years of marriage. Dave was a lifelong self-employed general contractor and builder. Born in Pottsville, he was the son of the late Roland C. and Kathryn L. (Barlet) Frederick. He was a member of St. John XXIII Catholic Church, Tamaqua. He had a passion for trains and...

Albert G. Miller, 74, passed away unexpectedly and went to be with his Lord on April 25, 2022, in his home in Mantzville, PA.  Albert was born on March 22, 1948, to the late Lester A. Miller and Marie E. (Leininger) Miller in Coaldale, PA.  He was the husband of Charlene M. (Rex) Miller.  Albert and Charlene were married for over 51-years and had two children, a son Allen R. Miller and his significant other Sharon Main of Andreas, and a daughter Jennifer A. (Miller) Miller...

Lamar F. Gilbert, 81, formerly of Lehighton and Schuylkill Haven, passed away on Saturday, March 26, 2022, in Cedarbrook Senior Care and Rehab, Allentown. Prior to retiring, he was employed in the IOUE as a heavy equipment operator for Robert Ciccone and then he worked for Gilbert Excavating. Lamar was a lifelong farmer, and he was an experienced woodman and earlier in his life, he operated a sawmill for many years. Born at home on the family farm in Strauss Valley, Mahoning Township, he was...

Eldora M. Rex, 91, of Mantzville, passed away peacefully and went to her Lord on March 21, 2022, in the Heritage Hill Senior Community in Weatherly. Eldora was born on June 11, 1930, to the late Daniel M. Miller and Verna (Mantz) Miller in Mantzville. She was the wife of the late Robert E. Rex. Eldora and Robert were married for over 60 years and had two children, a son Dennis Rex, and his wife Paulette (Hoppes); and a daughter, Charlene (Rex) Miller, and her husband Albert; all of Andreas....

Thomas J. Brinson, 68, of Coaldale, passed away on Thursday, March 10, 2022, in St. Luke’s Hospital, Bethlehem Campus. Born in Savannah, Georgia, he was the son of the late Roscoe and Marilene (Lewis) Brinson. He was a 20-year US Air Force veteran, retired with the rank of Master Sergeant. He actively served in Vietnam and Operation Desert Shield. Thomas was kind and generous person who was always mindful of others. He found pleasure in going to thrift stores and yard sales. He was...

Michael L. Pireda, 87, of Andreas, died February 3, 2022, in Weatherwood Healthcare and Rehabilitation Center, Weatherly. Born in Bethlehem, he was the son of the late George and Ethel (Mellin) Pireda. Prior to retiring, he was employed by the Lehigh Valley Post Office. He was an Army veteran who served during the Korean War with the 82nd Airborne Division and was awarded the Bronze Star, Purple Heart, and the United Nations Service Metal. He enjoyed hunting and fishing. He was a member of...