Mary F. (Moroney) Marzec, 91, of Bethlehem, passed away July 21, 2024. She was the loving wife of the late John C. Marzec. Born in Fountain Hill, she was the daughter of the late James M. and Anna G. (McCall) Moroney. Mary had worked as a key punch operator for Bethlehem Steel, then as a receptionist for Dr. Warren Miller in Fountain Hill and then as a tele recruiter for Miller Keystone Blood Center. She was a member of St. Ursula’s Catholic Church where she was a Eucharistic Minister and was a former past president of the Rosary Society. She will be deeply missed.
Survivors: sons- David J. and wife Roberta of Everett, WA, James P. and wife Mary Beth of Jacksonville, FL; grandchildren- Elizabeth, Mary, Ella, Christopher, Michael and Kathleen; one great grandson; brother- John M. “Mick” Moroney husband of the late Agnes of Bethlehem; nieces and nephews- Debbie, Dan, Jim, Kevin Tim, Kelly and their families. She was predeceased by her son- Thomas J. Marzec; brothers- James husband of Betty and Joe Moroney.
A Calling Time will be held on Wednesday, July 31st 9-10AM with a Mass of Christian Burial to be celebrated at 10AM all in St. Ursula’s Catholic Church 1300 Broadway Fountain Hill, PA 18015. Burial to follow in Holy Saviour Cemetery.
Contributions can be made in Mary’s memory to St. Ursula’s Catholic Church care of Downing Funeral Home, Inc.

William J. Hancharik (86), beloved husband and father passed away Sunday, July 14. He is survived by JoAnn (Jarrett) Hancharik, his wife of nearly 65 years, son Kevin and wife Deena, daughter Kimberly Floyd and husband Andre, and daughter Karen McHale; grandchildren Zachary, Jarrett, Brett, and Bailey; and recent addition to the family, great-granddaughter Maeve.
Bill was employed by Lehigh Structural Steel for 26 years prior to his retirement. He was an avid fly fisherman and a constant source of support and encouragement to his children and grandchildren at whose performances, events, and activities he was a regular fixture. Bill had a lovely singing voice, and was a smooth dancer. He greatly enjoyed gathering with extended family and friends, for whom his presence will be sorely missed.
Service will be Private and are entrusted to Downing Funeral Home, Inc.

Robert Eric Martin, 55, of Bethlehem, PA, passed away June 7, 2024. He was the loving husband of 31 years to Sheila M. (Schock) Martin, with whom he had spent 36 years. Born in Philadelphia, PA, he was the son of Donald Robert Martin and the late Jacqueline O’Brian and the grandson of the late Robert and Catherine O'Brian. Rob was a 32nd Degree Mason of the Scottish Rite and a member of the National Society of the Sons of the American Revolution.

He was a 30-year Confederate Artillery and Infantry Civil War Reenactment member. He could always be found working on a historical item, teaching himself and others how they worked. He enjoyed sharing his wealth of knowledge and his love for history with others. Rob was the Vice President of the historic George Taylor House Association in Catasauqua, PA. His greatest joy was breathing life into the George Taylor House. Through his leadership the association has restored the summer kitchen and fireplace to working order and his most recent accomplishment was arranging the dedication of the Liberty Tree to the property.

Rob was a company clerk for a WWII reenactment unit, HMI, 109th Infantry Regiment, 28th Division, Company L. He was an expert on military weapons, their operation and maintenance. Virtually everything Rob did, he did with his wife Sheila. They were inseparable. He will be dearly missed.

Survivors include his wife Sheila Martin; father Donald Martin and his wife Sylvia; stepbrother Kurt McGuire; sister Chantelle O'Brian; aunts Eileen Tobaygo and Sheryl Person; nephews Jonathan, Jeffrey, and Ian; dogs Cooper and Murphy; cats Gabbie (his baby) and Morgan.

A viewing will be held on Thursday, June 13th 5-7PM with a Service at 7PM in Downing Funeral Home, Inc. 1002 W. Broad St. Bethlehem, PA 18018. Burial will be private at a later date.

In lieu of flowers, contributions can be made in Rob’s memory to the George Taylor House Association 35 S. Front St. Catasauqua, PA 18032.

Neil J. Schlottman, 86, of Bethlehem, passed away May 21, 2024. He was the loving husband of the late Marie G. (Atmore) Schlottman. Born in Pottsville, he was the son of the late Gordon and Regina (O’Neill) Schlottman. Neil graduated from Fountain Hill High School and then served in the U.S. Navy. He retired from the Philadelphia Police Dept. Highway Patrol Unit and Motorcycle Drill Team after 15 years of service. He then retired from Moravian College’s Campus Safety & Police after 30 years of service. Neil was a member of the Faternal Order of Police Philadelphia Lodge #5 and Notre Dame of Bethlehem Catholic Church. He will be deeply missed.
Survivors: daughter- Ann Marie Schlottman and her companion Michael Leach, son- Jack Schlottman and spouse Rebecca Schnur, granddaughter- Ava Schlottman.
A calling time will be held on Thursday, May 30th 9:30-10:30AM with a Mass of Christian Burial to be celebrated at 10:30AM all in Notre Dame of Bethlehem Catholic Church 1861 Catasauqua Rd Bethlehem, PA 18018. Burial to follow in Holy Saviour Cemetery.
In lieu of flowers, contributions can be made in Neil’s memory to his family to assist in his end of life expenses care of Downing Funeral Home, Inc.

Robert D. Sienicki, 79, of Bethlehem, passed away April 29, 2024. He was the loving husband of 50 years to Mary C. (Gorman) Sienicki. Robert had worked for Hess’s Dept. Store for many years before working at local warehouses. He was a member of Ebenezer Bible Fellowship Church where he helped run the sound room. Robert enjoyed walking his dog “Angel Eyes”, was a storyteller and loved older classic country music. He will be deeply missed.
Survivors: wife- Mary Sienicki; children- Melissa Sienicki and husband Kyle Dietterich, Aaron Sienicki and wife Sharae, Rebecca Sienicki; grandchildren- Holli Smale and Denise Hill; daughter-in-law- Heidi Sienicki. He was predeceased by his son- Daniel and brother- Paul.
A calling time will be held on Tuesday, May 14th 10-11AM with a Service to follow at 11AM all in Ebenezer Bible Fellowship Church 3100 Hecktown Rd Bethlehem, PA 18020. Burial to follow in Holy Saviour Cemetery, Bethlehem. Arrangements are entrusted to Downing Funeral Home, Inc.
In lieu of flowers, contributions can be made in Robert’s memory to the church.

Richard W. Groff, 93, peacefully passed away on Sunday April 28, 2024. Richard was the loving husband of Liselotte R. (Brustmann) Groff, to whom he was happily married for 70 years. Born in Bethlehem, Richard was a son of the late Louis A. and Marion M. (Sweeney) Groff. He proudly served his country in the United States Army in the first infantry division during the Korean War. Richard was a life member of the former Monocacy Field and Stream, a life member of the Nazareth American Legion, a life member of the West Side Republican Club of Bethlehem, and a life member of the North End Republican Club. For many years Richard worked as a custodian for the Bethlehem Housing Authority and was a lifelong member of St. Peter’s Lutheran Church in Bethlehem, which is now Blessed Trinity Lutheran Church at Rosemont. He enjoyed fishing and the outdoors. Surviving with his wife Liselotte is his brother Daniel T. Groff and his wife Jacqueline. Richard has many nieces and nephews and was predeceased by his siblings Louis A. Groff Jr., Robert Groff and Doris Berkes. Services will be 10:00AM Saturday May 4, 2024, at the Downing Funeral Home in Bethlehem. Calling hour will be 9:00-10:00AM in the Funeral Home. In lieu of flowers contributions may be made to his church or Animals in Distress.

Catherine J. (Vrabel) Pudliner, 83, of Bethlehem, passed away March 28, 2024. Born in St. Clair, she was the daughter of the late Eugene and Veronica (Lundergin) Vrabel. Catherine graduated from Central Catholic High School and Bethlehem Business School. She worked for Berg, Schultz and Green CPA, Chemical Leaman Tank Lines, and then retired from the City of Allentown. She was a member of Notre Dame of Bethlehem Catholic Church. Catherine was a major Philadelphia sports fan, especially of the Philadelphia Phillies. But most of all, she loved her family. She will be deeply missed.

Survivors: children- Karen Carr and husband Sean, Bruce Pudliner and wife Sheri, Keith Pudliner; sister- Veronica Cheek; nephews- Mark & Jim Cheek.

A calling time will be held on Friday, April 5th 9:30-10AM in Downing Funeral Home, Inc. 1002 W. Broad St. Bethlehem, PA 18018. Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 10:30AM in Notre Dame of Bethlehem Catholic Church 1861 Catasauqua Rd Bethlehem, PA 18018. Burial to follow in Holy Saviour Cemetery.

In lieu of flowers, contributions can be made in Catherine’s memory to the Lehigh Valley Humane Society 640 Dixon St Allentown, PA 18103 or to Covenant House 31 E. Armat Street Philadelphia PA 19144.

Donna M. Posivak, 68, of Bethlehem, died Wednesday, March 27 at Lehigh Valley Hospice. She was the beloved wife of Francis “Frank” J. Posivak, with whom she shared 44 wonderful years of marriage. Born in Wilkes-Barre, she was the daughter of the late Edward J. and Dorothy A. Saukulak. A graduate of DeSales University and Moravian College, Donna served as Chief Technology Officer at several of the area’s top colleges for over 30 years.

Donna possessed a diverse range of interests and talents, extending beyond her professional achievements. Her love of nature was reflected in many of her hobbies which included photography, painting, hiking, and kayaking. Additionally, she was also a skilled jeweler, crafting pieces that reflected her creativity and attention to detail.

Above all else, Donna’s greatest joy came from her family. She was a loving mother of two children and an adoring grandmother to two grandchildren. Her strength, humor, and adventurous spirit live on through all of them. She will be dearly missed.

Survivors: Donna is survived by her husband, Frank; daughter, Leah, and her husband Ronald; son, Brett, and his longtime partner, Avalon; and two grandchildren. Additional survivors include her sister, Joanne, and brothers, Gregory and Edward.

Services: Private services for the immediate family.

Contributions: In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made in her memory to St. Jude’s Children’s Hospital (https://fundraising.stjude.org/site/TR?px=8347390&fr_id=154020&pg=personal).