Frank “Cowboy” R. Guzzo, 91, of Bethlehem, passed away December 25, 2012. He was the loving husband of the late Ruth J. (Archond) Guzzo. Born in Bethlehem, he was the son of the late Antonio and Maria (Santos) Guzzo. Frank served in the U.S. Navy during WWII. Frank was a member of the Bethlehem Catholic High School Booster Club in the late 60’s and early 70’s. He worked for Bethlehem Steel and then owned and operated F & G Autosales. Frank was a member of St. Anne’s Catholic Church and the Heights AA. He was involved in the Bethlehem Halloween Parade Committee.

Survivors:
Children:
Kathleen Hein w/o Michael of Lehighton
Joseph of Port Charlotte, FL
Lisa Cooper of Upper Macungie
4 Granchildren
2 Great Grandchildren
Frank was predeceased by 14 siblings.

A graveside service will be held on Monday at 2:30PM at Bethlehem Memorial Park 1851 Linden St. Bethlehem, PA 18017. Arrangements care of Downing Funeral Home, Inc.

Betty C. (Stocker) Kichline Geppert, 80, of Bethlehem, passed away Monday, December 17, 2012.She was the loving wife of the late Joseph A. Geppert.Born in Allentown, she was the daughter of the late Earl A. and Mary E. (Borger) Stocker.Betty previously worked for Bell Telephone, the Easter Seals and Vast. She also worked as a teacher’s aide with children with learning disabilities in Moore Elementary School for many years. She was a member of Salem UCC in Moorestown for most of her life while residing at the family farm. She was a member of Christ UCC in Schoenersville.Betty was the secretary for Boy Scouts of America Troop 50 for 15 years Betty also had a passion for baking cooking and sewing

Survivors:
Daughter- Patty A. Neos of Bethlehem
Sons- David R. Kichline of Bath
Larry S. Kichline of Douglasville, GA
Thomas E. Kichline of Gilbert
Daniel B. Kichline of Kunkletown
Grandchildren- Nicole, Victoria and Tasha Kichline
Sister- Hilda R. Stine of Auburn
Brother- Bruce A. Stocker of Allentown
Nieces- Donna Stine of East Greenville
Tracey Hildebidel of Allentown
A Calling Time will be held on Saturday 9:30-10AM with a Memorial Service at 10AM all in Christ UCC 5050 Airport Rd Allentown, PA 18109.
Inurnment to follow in Cedar Hill Memorial Park, Allentown.Arrangements c/o Downing Funeral Home, Inc.

In lieu of flowers donations can be made in Betty’s name to Christ UCC.

Elizabeth “Betty” (Gabler) Guman, 78, of Bethlehem, passed away Wednesday, August 29, 2012 in her home. She was the loving wife of the late Donald S. Guman with whom she shared 48 wonderful years. Born in Allentown, she was the daughter of the late Joseph and Marie (Sopper) Gabler. Betty graduated from Allentown Central Catholic in 1952 and from Sacred Heart School of Nursing in 1955. She retired after 25 years of service from Lehigh Valley Pediatrics. Betty was a member of Notre Dame of Bethlehem Catholic Church where she was a dedicated volunteer for over 50 years. She was also a founding member of the Silver Creek Country Club and a member of the Red Hat Society. Betty was a devoted wife, mother and grandmother whose greatest joy was derived from supporting her grandchildren in all their endeavors.




Survivors:
Children: Donna Foley w/o James of Bethlehem
Michael h/o Karen of Allentown
Constance Perkins w/o James of Bethlehem
Terese Wignot w/o Thomas of Wilkes Barre
Grandchildren- Stephen Wignot h/o Adrienne, Andrew Guman, Katie Foley, Emily Guman, Meaghan Foley, Joan Troutman w/o Tyler, Owen Wignot, Rebecca Guman, Monica Wignot, Abigail Guman, and Julia Wignot
Step grandchildren - Joseph Perkins h/o Lindsay, Jamie Perkins and Jenna Perkins
Step great grandchildren - Trent and Kennedy Perkins
Sisters- Marie Latchic of Allentown
Agnes Breiner of Bethlehem
She was predeceased by a sister- Anna Yohe.



A viewing will be held on Sunday, Sept. 2nd , 3-5:30PM with Mass of Christian Burial to follow all in Notre Dame of Bethlehem Catholic Church 1861 Catasauqua Rd Bethlehem, PA 18018. Burial will be private at a later date. Arrangements c/o Downing Funeral Home, Inc.



In lieu of flowers, donations can be made in Betty’s memory to Sacred Heart Hospital.

Ruth J. (Archond) Guzzo, 87, of Bethlehem, passed away Monday, February 13, 2012. She was the loving wife of Frank R. Guzzo for 65 years. Born in Bethlehem, she was the daughter of the late Peter and Lucy (Vola) Archond. She was a member of St. Anne’s Catholic Church. Ruth played in an accordion band when she was younger. She was an artist and enjoyed oil painting.



Survivors:
Husband- Frank R. Guzzo
Children- Kathleen Hein and husband Michael of Lehighton
Joseph Guzzo of Port Charlotte, FL
Lisa Cooper of Upper Macungie
4 Grandchildren
2 Great Grandchildren
Brothers- Harry Archond of Florida
Peter Archond of Saylorsburg
She was predeceased by her sister- Thelma Domiter.



A calling time will be held Friday 12-12:30PM with a service at 12:30PM all in Downing Funeral Home, Inc. 1002 W. Broad St. Bethlehem 18018. Burial to follow in Bethlehem Memorial Park.



In lieu of flowers, donations can be made in Ruth’s memory to St. Anne’s Catholic Church.

John J. Gemi, Jr. 84 of Bethlehem passed away Thursday, December 22, 2011 in St. Luke’s Hospital, Fountain Hill.
He was the husband of the late Nona E. (Hackenberg) Gemi.
He was born on October 28, 1927 in Lansdale, PA to the late John J. and Filomena (Ipolito) Gemi.
John served in the U.S. Army.
He retired from Lucent Technologies where he was a machinist.
John was a member of Notre Dame of Bethlehem Catholic Church, founder of Bethlehem Steelers Knee High Football, baseball coach for Northwest Little League, volunteer for Lehigh Valley Hospital-Muhlenberg, volunteer for operation Santa Claus and he enjoyed dancing and playing the harmonica.

Survivors:
Daughters, Kathleen Moyer and husband Dennis of Saylorsburg, PA and Elizabeth Spaeder of Mechanicsburg, PA.
Siblings, Angeline, Rose and Robert.
Grandchildren, Melissa Updegrove, Kristina Vicoso and Angelina Spaeder.
Great grandchildren, Madelyn, Owen, Mario and Mya.
Predeceased siblings, James, Angelina, twin brother Ralph and Mary.

Services:
A viewing will be held on Wednesday from 12:30-1:30 followed by a 1:30 service all in Downing Funeral Home, Inc., 1002 W. Broad St. Bethlehem, PA 18018. Burial with Military Honors in Cedar Hill Memorial Park Cemetery. www.downingfuneralhome.com.

In Lieu of flowers, contributions can be made to in John’s memory to the Salvation Army.

J. Kenneth “Kenny” Grube, 92, of Bethlehem, passed away Sunday, September 11, 2011. He was the loving husband of the late Margaret E. (Drew) Grube. Born in Bethlehem, he was the son of the late John F. and Elizabeth (Transue) Grube. Kenny graduated with an Associates Degree from Lehigh Business School. He served in the U.S. Navy during WWII. He retired from Bethlehem Steel’s Safety and Workmen’s Compensation Office after over 40 years of service. Kenny was a member of Ss. Simon and Jude Catholic Church. He was also associated with Bethlehem Catholic High School where he was an avid fan and loyal supporter for 47 years.



Survivors:
John and wife Betty Grube of Drexel Hill, PA
Ruthann and husband Mark Thoma of Jamestown, NC
Paul and wife Lori Grube of Rock Springs, WY
Carl and wife Anne Grube of Jamestown, NC
Marge Grube of Bethlehem, PA
Jim and wife Carole Grube of Netcong, NJ
14 Grandchildren
14 Great Grandchildren
He was predeceased by granddaughter- Sharon Thoma, daughter- in- law- Leslie Grube and brother- Russell Grube.



A viewing will be held Wednesday 6-8PM and Thursday 9:15-10AM all in Downing Funeral Home, Inc. 1002 W Broad St. Bethlehem, PA 18018. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 10:30AM Thursday in Ss. Simon and Jude Catholic Church 730 W Broad St. Bethlehem, PA 18018. Burial to follow in Holy Saviour Cemetery.



In lieu of flowers, donations can be made in Kenny’s memory to Bethlehem Catholic High School’s Athletic Dept. care of the funeral home.