Kathy Jo VanAvery
Apr 19, 2026
Kathy Jo VanAvery (née David), age 75, passed away peacefully on April 19, 2026, in Hamilton, Michigan. Born on October 2, 1950, in East Lansing, Michigan, Kathy lived a life devoted to her family and filled with love.She is lovingly remembered by her son, Chris Shirey, and his wife Mary; her sisters Judy Davis (Hall), Betty Trosper (Hall), and Nancy...
Robert Joseph Hettinger
Apr 19, 2026
Robert Joseph "Bobby Joe" Hettinger, 63, of Evergreen Park, Illinois, passed away peacefully on April 19, 2026.
Born to Robert and Joan Hettinger, Bobby Joe spent his life doing what he loved — working with his hands as a longtime automotive mechanic, a trade he practiced with skill and pride for decades. If he wasn't under the hood of a car,...
Ronald Edward Gorin
Apr 19, 2026
Ronald Edward Gorin of Delray Beach, FL formerly of Stoughton, MA entered into rest on April 19, 2026 at the age of 83. Beloved husband of 51 years to the late Hinda Gorin. Devoted father of David Gorin and his wife Candace, and Jason Gorin and his wife Lindsay. Loving brother of Dennis Gorin. Cherished grandfather of Molly, Natalie, Jesse,...
Helen Caroline Theisen
Apr 19, 2026
Helen Caroline Theisen (Marich) died peacefully in the arms of her oldest son, Leon Theisen, Jr., on April 19, 2026. Her last word, as she died in his arms, was "love." She was indeed loved and known to many as Helen, Caroline, Lenleh, or Greatest Grandmother (GG). Born on June 14, 1931, she worked in her father's grocery store, Nick's...
John Frederick Lendzian
Apr 19, 2026
John F. Lendzian passed away at 99 after a life marked by service, talent, and deep personal connections. He was a proud veteran who volunteered for both WWII and the Korean War, serving in the Navy and Army. In his youth, he pursued Minor League baseball with the Reading Phillies, later earning a law degree and building a successful career...
Marilyn J. (Schlicher) Hartranft
Apr 19, 2026
87 years of age and longtime resident of North Catasauqua, passed away peacefully on Sunday April 19, 2026 surrounded by all that she loved. She was the widow of Eugene R. Hartranft for 62 years at the time of his passing in 2025.
She was a longtime waitress, starting at the Pilots Club and Early American Restaurant, and completing her career...
Deborah Lindberg Gervais
Apr 18, 2026
Deborah ‘Debby’ Lindberg Gervais, age 65, passed away on April 18, 2026, in Oakland County, Michigan. Born on December 15, 1960, Debby was known for her quiet strength, strong work ethic, and the deep care.
Her greatest joy was cooking for the people she loved, especially on Sundays and holidays. Her kitchen was the heart of the home, where memories were...
Marilyn Rochelle Bell
Apr 18, 2026
Marilyn Rochelle Bell, 86, of Enterprise, Alabama, passed away on April 18, 2026. Born on June 6, 1939, in Seagraves, Texas, to the late Raymond Bell Dicus and Elsie McShan Dicus, Marilyn was raised as an only child who discovered a world of wonder within the pages of books. This early curiosity blossomed into a lifelong passion for reading, learning,...
Charles Gerard McLaughlin Sr.
Apr 18, 2026
Charles Gerard McLaughlin Sr. passed away peacefully surrounded by family on Saturday, April 18, 2026, after a courageous battle with cancer.
Cherished son of the late Michael and late Kathleen (nee McGing) McLaughlin; Beloved husband of Christine (nee Cromer); Loving father of CJ (Katherine), Shawn, and Ryan (Lisa); Devoted Papa of Finn; Fond brother of Kathy (Mark) Henmueller, Eileen (Danny) Smolak,...
Jeff P BAKER
Apr 18, 2026
Jeffrey “Jeff” P. Baker, 69, of Akron, Ohio, went to paradise with his Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ, on Saturday, April 18, 2026. Jeff fought a hard battle during his brief illness with lung cancer, showing strength and resilience until the very end.Jeff is survived by his beloved wifeof 45 years ,Tammy Baker; his sons, Nathan Baker and Justin (Lindsey)...