Luis Ramos Bethlehem Luis Ramos, 82, of Bethlehem passed away August 7, 2015. He was the loving husband of Nerida M. Molina. Born in Puerto Rico, he was the son of the late Jesus Ramos and Josefina Pizarro. Luis was an avid reader and like to take walks. Luis was a member of Holy Infancy Catholic Church.

Survivors: Wife- Neridea Molina, Sons- Edwin Rodriguez of Bethlehem and Wilfredo and wife Betsy Rodriguez of Ottsville, Grandson- Richard and companion Dana, Grandson- Raymond, Granddaughters- Nina and Rachael, Many Great and Great Great Grandchildren He was predeceased by his brother Raphael Ramos.

Services: A graveside service only will be held on Aug 12 at 10:30AM in Nisky Hill Cemetery, Bethlehem.

Patricia A. (Schadl) Repsher, 57, of Nazareth, passed away February 23, 2015. Born in Bethlehem, she was the daughter of the late Frank J. and Marion V. (Reenock) Schadl Jr. Patricia retired from Gracedale Nursing Home as a LPN after 20 years of service. She was of the Catholic Faith.

Survivors:
Children- Christopher Malozzi and wife Kathrine, Nicole DeSpain and husband David, and Matthew Malozzi; Grandchildren- Ethan, Olivia, Luke, Jack, Mason and Skyler; Sisters- Regina Gosling, Susan Agentis, Mary Frances Janicik and Antoinette Clauss.

A calling time will be held Friday 10-11AM with a Memorial Service at 11AM in Downing Funeral Home, Inc. 1002 W. Broad St. Bethlehem, PA 18018.

Ozzie Rivas, 52, of Bethlehem, passed away November 18, 2014. He was the loving husband of 28 years to Millie A. (Austria) Rivas. Born in Bethlehem, he was the son of the late Pablo and Luisa (Nieves Ruiz) Rivas. Ozzie served in the U.S. Marine Corp. earning the badges for Expert Rifle 3 times, the Pistol Sharpshooter, the Meritorious Unit Commendation and the Sea Service Deployment Ribbon. Ozzie was a member of Holy Infancy Catholic Church. He was also a Shop Steward of Teamsters Union #773.

Survivors:
Wife- Millie A. Rivas; Daughters- Catalina-Louise Austria Rivas and husband Ali Kobeissi, Miko Austria Rivas and fiancé Andrew Weaver; Grandson- Adrian Ali Kobeissi; Brothers- Hector Ortiz and Pablo Jr.; Sisters- Myrtha Rodriquez, Iris Melendez, Ivonne Rivas, Judy Diaz, Evelyn Rivas and Caroline Cuevas; Goddaughter- Aja Austria.

A viewing will be held Sunday 2-4PM and Monday 9-10AM with a service at 10AM all in Downing Funeral Home, Inc. 1002 W. Broad St. Bethlehem, PA 18018. Burial will be private at a later date.

In lieu of flowers, donations can be made in Ozzie’s memory to Holy Infancy School.

Victor M. Rola, 59, of Bethlehem, passed away Wednesday, June 11, 2014. He was the loving husband of 34 years to Maria C. (Ponte) Rola. Born in Portugal, he was the son of the late Avelino Rola and Maria Luz Oliveira. He served as a Green Beret in Portugal. Victor worked previously for Pact Construction. He was a member of Holy Infancy Catholic Church and the Portuguese American Club.

Survivors: Wife- Maria C. Rola. Sons- Victor P. Rola and wife Jamie of Bethlehem. Matthew P. Rola of Bethlehem. Sister- Ercilia Oliveira and husband Domingos Campos in Portugal

Services: A viewing will be held on Tuesday 8-9:30AM in Downing Funeral Home, Inc. 1002 W. Broad St Bethlehem, PA 18018. Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 10AM in Holy Infancy Catholic Church 312 E. 4th St. Bethlehem, PA 18015. Burial to follow in Holy Saviour Cemetery.

Contributions: Donations can be made in Victor's memory to Holy Infancy Catholic Church care of the funeral home.

Donald L. Romig, 84, of Bethlehem, passed away Oct. 4, 2013 in St. Lukes VNA Hospice House. He was the loving husband of the late Dorothy M. (Kosman) Romig. Born in Allentown, he was the son of the late Alton and Alma (Reed) Romig. Donald served in the Merchant Marines, sailing for Atlantic Richfield. He worked previously for Martin Marietta and retired from Mack Trucks in Hagerstown. Donald was a member of St. Peter’s Evangelical Lutheran Church, Bethlehem where he was previously on the Church Council. He was also a member of the former Fairview Fire Co. He served as a past officer of the LHSGB Parents Assoc. and of the Liberty Alumni Band Assoc.

Survivors:
Daughters- Sandra L. Wirth and husband Don of Coatesville
Donna S. Musselman and husband Ed of Salisbury Twp
Pamela J. Groman and husband Chris of Williamsburg, VA
Tina M. Meredith and husband Bud of Limerick
7 Grandchildren
3 Great Grandchildren
Brothers- Alton D. of Bethlehem
Thomas J. of Albuquerque, NM
Sister- Darlene Butterweck of Allentown

A viewing will be held Wednesday 10-11AM with a Service at 11AM, all in Downing Funeral Home, Inc. 1002 W. Broad St. Bethlehem, PA 18018. Burial to follow in Cedar Hill Memorial Park.

Donations may be made in Donald’s memory to St. Peter’s Lutheran Church 474 Vine St. Bethlehem, PA 18015.

Isabel (Jenkins) Ruch, 95, of Cedarbrook, formerly of New Tripoli, passed away on Sept. 13, 2013. Born in Muscogee County, Georgia, she was the daughter of the late John Clyde and Julia (Lloyd) Jenkins. She retired as a secretary for Parkland High School. Isabel was a member of St. Peter’s Union Church Lynnville.
Survived by children: Barbara Peters of Emmaus, Fred Ruch of Florida; grandchildren- Shelly, Kim, Sherri, Destiny, Jeremy, Leah and Jacob; seven great grandchildren and a brother- Clyde Jenkins of Florida. She was predeceased by her husband- Frederick, children- Charles Ruch and Dorothy Schevling and 4 siblings.

A memorial service will be held October 10th at 3PM in St. Peter’s Union Church Lynnville.

In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the church. Arrangements care of Downing Funeral Home, Inc.

Carol E. (Mamuzich) Reiman, 64, of Bethlehem, passed away Sunday, January 6, 2013. She is survived by her devoted companion of 32 years, Peter Vermuelen. Born in Bethlehem, she was the daughter of the late Eli and Wanda (Zabowa) Mamuzich. Carol was a member of the Cathedral Church of the Nativity in Bethlehem. She took pride in her many years of work as a caregiver and Nanny.

Survivors:
Significant Other- Peter Vermuelen
Daughters- Brenda Lebby and husband Daniel of Bethlehem
Corina Guidon and husband Larry of Danielsville
Grandchildren- Joshua Petrella and Brandy Sterner
Great Granddaughters- Alivia Lee and Peyton Marie
Sister- Patricia Mirth of Bath
Nieces and Nephews
She was predeceased by brothers- Barry and Eli Mamuzich.

A calling time will be held Friday 2-3PM with a Memorial Service at 3PM all in Downing Funeral Home, Inc. 1002 W. Broad St. Bethlehem, PA 18018.

In lieu of flowers contributions can be made in Carol’s memory to the American Diabetes Assoc.

Hiluminada N. (Nieves) Ruiz, 65, of Bethlehem, passed away December 23, 2012. She was the loving wife of the late Mario Ruiz. Survivors: Son- Mario Jr. and 2 Grandchildren Services: Graveside 1PM Friday in Holy Saviour Cemetery c/o Downing Funeral Home, Inc.