Dale R. Wiles, 54 of Allentown, passed away unexpectedly on Tuesday, June 14, 2022. Born in Emmitsburg, MD, he was the son of Robert and Carolyn Wiles.
He was a 1986 graduate of Catoctin High School, a 1990 graduate of Elizabethtown College, and a 1995 Graduate of The Weidner University Law School where he earned his Juris Doctor. Dale worked for Broc Kitchens & Bath and was part of the very large family of all who worked there.
One of Dale’s biggest accomplishments was being a father. Dale was blessed with two children, a daughter Sophia and son Ethan, who were the loves of his life. Dale loved attending their soccer games, and was proudly the loudest parent on the sidelines. Regardless of what was happening, Dale tried to always be there for his children through their ups and downs and taught them to enjoy every moment life has to offer. He was always quick with a smile to anyone he knew followed by a joke to make you laugh.
Dale was preceded in death by his brother, Barry Wiles, paternal grandparents George Arthur and Margaret C. Wiles, and maternal grandparents Rhett and Leona Petcher.
Dale is survived by his beloved children, Sophia Wiles and Ethan Wiles, parents Robert and Carolyn Wiles, sister Laurie and brother-in-law Maurice Arenas; and numerous aunts, uncles, and cousins.
A Calling Time will be held on Tuesday, June 21st 10-11AM with Mass of Christian Burial to follow all in Notre Dame of Bethlehem Catholic Church 1861 Catasauqua Rd Bethlehem, PA 18018. Another Calling Time will be held on Wednesday, June 22nd 11AM-12PM with a Funeral Service to follow all in Bush Creek Church of the Brethren 4821 Green Valley Rd Monrovia, MD 21770. Burial to follow in Bush Creek Church of the Brethren Cemetery.
In lieu of flowers, contributions can be made to Carolyn Wiles c/o Downing Funeral Home, Inc. 1002 W. Broad St. Bethlehem, PA 18018 for a Scholarship fund to be started for Sophia and Ethan Wiles.

Richard A. Heffernan, Sr. 84, of Bethlehem, Pennsylvania passed away on June 9, 2022 surrounded by the loving family he created. Richard lived a life dedicated to helping others and making the most of what God gave him. Richard, fondly known as “Pop” among his family, was born in Wilkes-Barre in 1937, the sixth of eight children, to the late John T. and Anna K. (Carkhuff) Heffernan. He attended St. Mary’s High School, Wilkes-Barre, where he made lifelong friends and played many pranks, which he continued to reminisce about through his final years. Richard met his wife, the late Dolores S. (Kascsak) Heffernan at a CYC dance. He and Dolores married on June 6,1959. Richard and Dolores started their family in 1960 when Linda was born, followed by Colette, Richard Jr., and Brian.

Richard served his community in numerous ways, starting with joining the U.S. Navy from 1956-1958. He then worked for Western Electric. In 1962, he and Dolores moved their family to Bethlehem, which Richard would call home for the next 60 years. Richard earned his Associate’s degree from Alvernia College in Criminal Justice and achieved a lifelong dream of working in law enforcement when he became a dedicated police officer for the Bethlehem Police Department. He took great pride in working for the city of Bethlehem and served in this role for 25 years. He remained an active member of the FOP. After serving on the police force, Richard enjoyed driving buses for both TransBridge and the Bethlehem School District.

Despite his busy work schedule, Richard continued to make time for volunteer work. Richard was a devoted member of Notre Dame of Bethlehem Catholic Church for many years, volunteering in a multitude of roles, serving as a member of Knights of Columbus and 55 Club. He also spent many hours volunteering at St. Luke’s VNA. Throughout all of these roles, he appreciated any conversation he had with his friends and fellow volunteers both old and new. That is not to say that Richard did not also take time to relax. He always made time for family vacations, catching up with old friends, and simply enjoying a cup of coffee on his front porch. He valued time with his family and supported them by attending countless sporting events, award ceremonies, and graduations throughout the years, whether they were a quick car ride or a long plane ride away.

We will deeply miss many things about Pop, but especially his love of coffee and Yuengling, singing extra ‘Happy Birthday’ verses, his reminders to write dates on photographs, and his easy-going, kind, and generous nature. Anyone who was lucky enough to spend time with Pop can confirm the world is a better place for having him here.

Richard was predeceased by his loving wife Dolores, parents John and Anna Heffernan, and siblings, John, Tom, Joseph, Alexander, Jule, and Margaret.

Survivors include children: Linda Gulla and husband Anthony of Coopersburg, Colette Heffernan of Bethlehem, Richard Heffernan Jr. and wife Christine of Bethlehem, Brian Heffernan and wife Beth Ann of Bethlehem; sister, Mary Williams and husband Tom of Mascoutah, Illinois; grandchildren Kristine (Phil), Elizabeth (Chris), Theresa Gulla, and Lindsey, Luke, and Brady Heffernan; great-granddaughter, Bridget Celona; and many nieces, nephews, and friends.

Services: A Calling Time will be held on Monday, June 20th 9:30-10:30AM with a Mass of Christian Burial to follow 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 Richard’s memory to Notre Dame of Bethlehem Catholic Church or Padre Pio Memorial Gift, 111 Barto Rd, Barto, PA 19504.

Dorothy A. Billman, 91, formerly of Bethlehem, passed away early Friday, May 20, in Phoebe Home. Dorothy was born July 17, 1930 in Allentown, PA, daughter of the late Roland and Viola (Kuhns) Correll. She was the wife of the late John E. Billman who passed away December 3, 2020. Until her vision failed, she enjoyed crossword puzzles, the daily cryptoquote, and watching Turner Classic Movies.
Dorothy is survived by sons Richard E. and wife Andi of Phoenix, AZ; Edward A. of Pensacola, FL; and daughter Lauri S. and husband Jeffrey Moser of Allentown, PA; brother Glenn and his wife Ruth of Birdsboro, PA. Her grandchildren Christopher and Jessica Billman will deeply miss her. She is predeceased by sister Maryann, and brothers Rolly, Paul and Ozzie.
Dorothy’s family would like to thank the wonderful staff at Phoebe for their love and tender care over the past two plus years she lived there. Appreciation is given to Bayada Hospice during her final weeks.
Services will be private and are entrusted to Downing Funeral Home, Inc.
In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to phoebe.org.

Sue E. Hamm 77, of Bethlehem, passed away peacefully on May 12, 2022 in her home. Born in Pen Argyl, Sue was a daughter of the late Arthur L. and Harriet M. (Rasely) Hamm. Sue was a very hard worker and a loving sister. She worked as a coning machine operator in the textile industry for numerous years and later worked for Giant food stores in the floral department. Sue loved movies, puzzles, flowers and crocheting. Surviving are her siblings: George E. Hamm, Rebecca L. Hamm and numerous nieces and nephews. Sue was predeceased by her twin brother: Thomas A. and sisters: Isabelle J. Camp and Rachel R. Bullinger. Graveside services will be 12:00PM on Wednesday May 18, 2022 at the Bethlehem Memorial Park 1851 Linden St. Bethlehem, PA 18017. Arrangements have been entrusted to the Downing Funeral Home, Bethlehem.

Juliette A. (Alvarez) Laury, 87, of Bethlehem, passed away April 13, 2022. She was the loving wife of the late Richard E. Laury. Born in Las Cruces, NM she was the daughter of the late Demetrio and Lita (Telles) Alvarez. Juliette had worked on the military base at White Sands Missile Range, Las Cruces, NM for a few years and then for Bethlehem Steel, Allen Electric and for Piercing Pagoda’s office. She was a passionate water color artist. She showed most of her work in the Lehigh Valley. Juliette was of the Catholic faith. She enjoyed sewing, ran senior bus trips and had volunteered at Lehigh Valley Hospital Muhlenberg. She will be deeply missed.
Survivors: daughters- Joanne Laury of Palm Beach Gardens, FL, Diane Diehl and husband Dave of Hellertown, Allison Stoudt and husband Thomas of Allentown; 4 grandchildren; 5 great grandchildren; sisters- Margaret Robles, Katherine Flanigan, Theresa Jabczynski. She was predeceased by her brother- Demetrio Alvarez.
A viewing will be held on Tuesday, April 19th 9-10AM with a Funeral Service at 10AM all in St. Theresa of the Child Jesus Catholic Church 1408 Easton Rd Hellertown, PA 18055. Burial to follow in Bethlehem Memorial Park. Arrangements are entrusted to Downing Funeral Home, Inc.
In lieu of contributions the Laury family would like to request that a Mass be said in Juliette’s name.

Barbara R. (Haydu) Dugas, 94, of Bethlehem, passed away April 3, 2022. She was the loving wife of the late John F. Dugas. Born in Allentown, she was the daughter of the late Frank and Sophia (Lendvai) Haydu. Barbara was a member of Saints Simon and Jude Catholic Church. She will be deeply missed.
Survivors: daughters- Beverly Lenner and husband David of Bethlehem, Eileen Ferry and husband William of Bethlehem; grandson- Matthew Lenner. She was predeceased by her son- John Dugas, 5 brothers and 5 sisters.
A calling time will be held Friday, April 8th 10-10:30AM with a Mass of Christian Burial to follow at 10:30AM all in Saints Simon and Jude Catholic Church 730 W. Broad St. Bethlehem, PA 18018. Burial to follow in Holy Saviour Cemetery. Arrangements are entrusted to Downing Funeral Home, Inc.
Contributions can be made in Barbara’s memory to Saints Simon and Jude Catholic Church.

Anne R. (Radio) Ulans, 98, of Bethlehem, passed away March 27, 2022. She was the loving wife of the late Bohdan A. Ulans. Born in Ormrod, she was the daughter of the late John and Mary (Harbowy) Radio. She founded A. R. Ulans Realty in 1968. She was a member of St. Josaphat Ukrainian Catholic Church and Saints Simon and Jude Catholic Church. Anne was the 1st Woman President of Allentown Board of Realtors and also for the Society of Real Estate Appraisers. She was Who’s Who of American Real Estate 1980-1981 and Who’s Who of American Women 1977-1978 & 1979-1980. Anne was on the board of the Private Industrial Council, the Better Business Bureau and the Visiting Nurses Association of Lehigh County. She was an avid bridge player, enjoyed knitting, needle point, reading (especially historical biographies) and going to the beach. She will be deeply missed.
Survivors: daughters- Constance and Melanie Ulans and many nieces and nephews. She was predeceased by her sister- Marilyn Sikora and brothers- Michael, John and Myron Radio.
A viewing will be held Monday, April 4th 9-10:30AM in Downing Funeral Home, Inc. 1002 W. Broad St. Bethlehem, PA 18018. A Funeral Service will be held at 11AM in St. Josaphat Ukrainian Catholic Church 1826 Kenmore Ave Bethlehem, PA 18018. Burial to follow at St. John the Baptist Ukrainian Catholic Cemetery, Northampton.
In lieu of flowers, contributions can be in Anne’s memory to St. Josaphat Ukrainian Catholic Church or Saints Simon and Jude Catholic Church or to DeSales University.

Sophia C. (Makoski) Kutzera, 92, of Hellertown passed away March 25, 2022. She was the loving wife of the late Joseph S. Kutzera. Born in Hellertown, she was the daughter of the late Adam and Antonina (Kroll) Makoski. Sophia graduated from Hellertown High School and then from Sacred Heart School of Nursing, Allentown in 1951. She worked as a nurse for many years, retiring from Holy Family Manor. She was a member of Holy Ghost Catholic Church and formerly the Red Hat Society. Sophia was very social and enjoyed meeting her classmates from nursing school for lunches for over 70 years. She will be deeply missed.

Survivors: children- Marie Dieter of Bethlehem, Joseph Kutzera and wife Barbara of Hellertown, Carole Mazzeo and husband Stephen of Sunbury, Stephen Kutzera and wife Bonnie of Hellertown, Michael Kutzera of Washington, DC; 10 grandchildren; 3 great grandchildren; many nieces and nephews. She was predeceased by her siblings- Joseph and Vincent Makoski, Cecelia Jamiolkowski, Stella Makoski, and daughter-in-law Lynn Kutzera.

A calling time will be held on Saturday, April 2nd 9-11AM in Downing Funeral Home, Inc. 1002 W. Broad St. Bethlehem, PA 18018. Mass of Christian Burial to follow at 12PM in Holy Ghost Catholic Church 417 Carlton Ave Bethlehem, PA 18015. Burial to follow in Holy Saviour Cemetery.

In lieu of flowers, contributions can be made to Holy Ghost Catholic Church or to St. Jude’s Children’s Hospital.