Frank J. Schaffer, Jr., 82, of Bethlehem, passed away November 28, 2023. He was the loving husband of 61 years to Barbara A. (Heckman) Schaffer. Born in Bethlehem, he was the son of the late Elizabeth (Inhoff) and Frank J. Schaffer, Sr. Frank graduated from Liberty High School and attended Lehigh University and Moravian College. He served in the U.S. Air Force. Frank worked as a draftsman for many years and retired from Bethlehem Steel. He was a member of Notre Dame of Bethlehem Catholic Church where he served as an Usher for many years. Frank had loved working on cars and most of all spending time with his family. He will be deeply missed.
Survivors: wife- Barbara Schaffer; daughter- Francine and her husband Jesus Gonzalez III; grandchildren- Jarrett Menalis, Brittany and her husband Zakare Kale, Evan Geosits; great grandchildren- Noah, Zarina, Carsyn and Wyatt; sister- Rosalie Wertman. He was predeceased by his son- Frank D. Schaffer.
A viewing will be held on Monday, December 4th 6-8PM in Downing Funeral Home, Inc. 1002 W. Broad St. Bethlehem, PA 18102. A viewing will be held Tuesday, December 5th9:30-10:30AM with 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.
Contributions can be made in Frank’s memory to the Lehigh Valley Humane Society or to the Sanctuary at Haafsville care of the funeral home.
Donald Lynch
Donald G. Lynch, 67, of Saylorsburg, passed away November 11, 2023 in his home surrounded by his loving family. He was the dedicated husband of 21 years to Sharon M. (Kelley) Lynch. Born in Easton, Don was the son of the late Donald F. and Genevieve (Calcagnetti) Lynch. Don graduated from Wilson High School and then obtained his Associates Degree in Accounting from NCC. In his early years Don enjoyed participating in the Easton Pigeon Club. He enjoyed listening to music and playing his guitar. Don appreciated nature and wildlife, working in his yard and garden, watching the local deer and was very knowledgeable about caring for chickens and ducks. He will be deeply missed.
Survivors: wife- Sharon M. Lynch; children- Mackenzie Lynch, Alexander Lynch, Christy Wimley and her husband Kevin, Christopher Pressley; sisters- Patricia Strohm and her husband Thomas, Theresa Montague and her husband Craig; nieces & nephews- Dan, Allison, Ashley, Jordan, Aaron and Keona; many cousins, aunts, uncles and close friends.
A viewing will be held on Saturday, November 18th 9-10:30AM with a Service to follow at 10:30AM all in Downing Funeral Home, Inc. 1002 W. Broad St. Bethlehem, PA 18018. Burial to follow in Gethsemane Cemetery, Easton.