Joseph C. Stupak, 86, of Northampton, passed away January 13, 2026 in the home of his friends of 52 years Geoffrey and Deborah Buskirk, after a battle with cancer. Born in Allentown, he was the son of the late Stephen and Helen (Sugra) Stupak. Joseph graduated from Central Catholic High School and attended Muhlenberg College. He then served in the U.S. Marines for 6 years. Joseph lived in Denver, CO for a few years where he was an owner and operator of two restaurants while he was there. Joseph worked for Bethlehem Steel from 1974-1998. He was a member of St. John the Baptist Slovak Catholic Church in Allentown, where he enjoyed attending their social events. Joseph enjoyed fishing, cooking, dancing to old time rock and roll and liked the Eagles & Phillies. He loved relaxing in the sun at the beach and was an avid collector of classic cars. But most of all he treasured his family and friends. He will be deeply missed.
Survivors: children- Jason Stupak, Michael Lanski and partner Linda, Jennifer Boerstler and husband Jeff; 5 grandchildren; 2 great grandchildren; companion- Mary Grozalis and many nieces, nephews and cousins. He was predeceased by his brother- Stephen Stupak, sister- Jacqueline Benkovic, previous companion of 40 years- Genevieve Lanski.
A viewing will be held on Saturday, January 24th 10-11AM with a Mass of Christian Burial to follow at 11AM all in St. John the Baptist Slovak Catholic Church 924 N. Front St. Allentown, PA 18102. Burial will be Private at a later date.
In lieu of flowers, contributions can be made in Joseph’s memory to St. Jude’s Children’s Hospital care of Kohut Funeral Home, Inc.
“If you can’t laugh don’t bother getting up in the morning.”- Joseph Stupak

Ronald L. Reider, Sr., 73, of Whitehall, was born August 31st, 1952 and passed December 22, 2025. He was the loving husband of 39 years to Valarie Reider. Born in Mount Joy, he was the son of the late Milton and Betty Reider. Ronald worked for many years as a truck driver. He was a remarkable man whose life was defined by love, devotion , and strength. To his family and he was lovingly known as Pop or often referred to as Chubbs. He was a member of the Northampton American Legion. Ronald enjoyed spending time with his family and especially his 11 grandchildren. His presence left a lasting impression, and his legacy will continue through the countless memories, lessons, and love he shared. Though he has departed this life, Pop will live on in the hearts of all who were blessed to know him.
Survivors: wife- Valarie Reider; children- Ronald Reider, Jr. and wife Brittany, Michael Reider and girl friend Amanda Adams, Jessica Watson and husband- Daniel, Ashley Reider-Ferrer and husband Pedro; Alyiah, Carter, Julian, Carter W., Peyton, Jackson, Aleiah, Parker, Jaelynn, Laylah; siblings- Larry Bradley, Thelma Miller, Judy Zeigler, Denny Reider and George Bradley; many nieces and nephews.
He was predeceased by his grandson Jayce and brother Gary Reider.
A Calling Time will be held on Saturday, December 27th 10-11AM with a Service to follow at 11AM all in Kohut Funeral Home, Inc. 950 N. Front St. Allentown, PA 18102.

Valeria E. (Pavlick) Breitfeller, 88, of Emmaus, passed away December 16, 2025. She was the loving wife of the late John Breitfeller. Born in Allentown, she was the daughter of the late Michael and Dorothy (Cornfald) Pavlick. Valeria retired from Allen Organ in Macungie and was a member of St. John the Baptist Slovak Catholic Church. Valeria enjoyed doing puzzles, shopping and watching the Hallmark Channel. She loved her family and will be deeply missed.

Survivors: daughter- Christina Breitfeller- Hill and her husband Todd of Collegeville, son- Joseph Breitfeller of Emmaus, granddaughter- Natalie Watson. She was predeceased by her sister- Marie Pavlick.

Services will be Private care of Kohut Funeral Home, Inc.

Anthony “Tony” P. Valek, Jr. passed away November 28, 2025. He was the loving companion of 32 years to Deborah L. Stettler. Born in Allentown, he was the son of the late Lorraine (Gross) and Anthony Valek, Sr. Tony graduated from Dieruff High School and attended LCCC. Tony worked for many years as a machinist. He was a life member of the Fullerton Fire Co. and later joined the West Catty Fire Co. Tony enjoyed running, and ran in the Philadelphia distance run several times. He even ran a “Girls on the Run” 5K with his granddaughter. He enjoyed collecting arrowheads and old bottles, where he and his brother would spend hours scouring through old fields and farmland. He loved helping others and would even cut many of his neighbor’s lawns, and he and Deb made Sunday dinner for several older neighborhood friends. He will be deeply missed.

Survivors: daughter- Jessica George and husband Ryan; companion- Deborah Stettler; granddaughter- Kaylyn George; brothers- Joe Valek and wife Jamie, Bob Valek and wife Rovena. He was predeceased by his brother- Jim Valek and sister- Lori Moyer.

A viewing will be held on Thursday, December 4th 6-8PM and Friday, December 5th 10-11AM with a Service to follow at 11AM in Kohut Funeral Home, Inc. 950 N. Front St. Allentown, PA 18102. Burial to follow in Resurrection Cemetery, Allentown.

In lieu of flowers, contributions can be made in Tony’s memory to the Lung Cancer Research Foundation PO Box 780990 Philadelphia, PA 19178.

Corina K. (Benkovic) Cook, 53, of Nazareth, passed away peacefully November 9, 2025. She was the loving wife to Peter J. Cook, with whom she spent 33 years beside. Born in Allentown, she was the daughter of the late Joseph and Kathleen (Kotran) Benkovic. Corina graduated from Central Catholic High School in 1989 and then earned her Bachelor of Arts Degree and then Master of Arts & English from Kutztown University. She was a member of Holy Family Catholic Church. Corina became a teacher with LCCC, a writer, a crafter and was a very creative artist. She enjoyed helping with knitting and sewing projects at Kraemer Yarns. She even created her own knitting patterns, having one even featured in Grumpy Cat Magazine. She loved to share her talent with others, knitting all different kinds of items for her family and friends. Corina had a love for animals, especially corgis. She was an avid music listener and enjoyed playing “music trivia” games with her sister Krista. She will be remembered for her humor and extraordinary love shown to everyone. She will be deeply missed.

Survivors: husband- Peter Cook, son- Connor Cook, sisters- Krista (Benkovic) Kuczynski and Nichole (Benkovic) Treiber, nieces- Tylar & Alexandra Treiber and many cousins.

A Calling Time will be held on Monday, November 17th 6-8PM and Tuesday, November 18th 9:30-10:30AM in Kohut Funeral Home, Inc. 950 N. Front St. Allentown, PA 18102. Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 11:00AM on November 18th in St. John the Baptist Slovak Catholic Church 924 N. Front St. Allentown, PA 18102. Inurnment will be Private.

Contributions can be made in Corina’s memory to the American Heart Association for Women or to Forgotten Felines and Fidos care of the funeral home.

Ihor Peter Goletz, 79, of Brookhaven, passed away October 24, 2025 surrounded by his loving family. He was the husband of the late Olesia (Krywiak) Goletz. Born in Ludwigsburg, Germany, he was the youngest son of the late Mychajlo “Michael” and Stefania (Legutzka) Goletz. Peter had a life of service that started with the U.S. Air Force during the Vietnam War in Thailand. He then became a Pennsylvania State Trooper for 25 years. After retirement, Peter continued his life of service helping others and spending time with his three grandchildren, whom he treasured more than anything in the world, becoming the ‘Swaggy Pop Pop’. Peter was a member of the VFW Post 3460 and the FOP Lodge Number 37. He will be deeply missed.
Survivors: son- Andrew Goletz husband of the late Lisa Goletz, grandchildren- Liam Reilly Goletz, Ethan Ryan Goletz and Evan Rudi Goletz, brother- Theodore Goletz, sister- Mary Yaremko.
A Calling Time will be held on Saturday, November 8th 9-10AM with a Celebration of Life at 10AM in Kohut Funeral Home, Inc. 950 N. Front St. Allentown, PA 18102. Burial to follow with honors at St. John the Baptist Ukrainian Catholic Cemetery, Northampton.
In lieu of flowers, contributions can be made in Peter’s name to the Troopers helping Troopers Foundation care of the funeral home.

Marie C. (Feichtl) DalMaso, 97, of Whitehall, passed away October 22, 2025. Born in Homepark, Cementon, she was the daughter of the late Adolf and Sophia (Weslock) Feichtl. She was predeceased by her husband of 67 years, Reno F. DalMaso, in 2018. Marie retired from Western Electric/Lucent Technologies after 30 years of service, most proud of her work in the MOS-V Cleanroom. She was a longtime member of St. Elizabeth of Hungary Catholic Church and a volunteer with the Telephone Pioneers of America. Part of the Greatest Generation, Marie danced many a Jitterbug with her favorite partner, Reno, to the music of the Big Bands as well as Polkas performed by local bands. Marie loved cooking and baking for gatherings with family and friends. She enjoyed playing games, especially word games like Scrabble and was an avid reader. In retirement she traveled the world. Above all, her family was the most important part of her life. Known for her big heart and positive attitude, she will be deeply missed.

Survivors: Daughters; Donna Genay, widow of Joseph, Carole Poorman and husband Robert, JoAnn Murphy and husband Arthur; Son Gary DalMaso; Grandchildren; Marc Genay and wife Lindsy, Evan Genay and Ryan Poorman; Brothers Joseph and William Feichtl; Sister Kathleen Pompa. She was predeceased by her brother Robert Feichtl and sisters Josephine Hozza and Dorothy Reimer.

A Calling Time will be held on Friday, November 7 from 11:00 am to 12:00 pm with a Mass of Christian Burial to be celebrated at 12:00 pm, both in St. Elizabeth of Hungary Catholic Church, 618 Fullerton Ave., Whitehall, PA 18052. Burial to follow in Our Lady of Mt. Carmel Cemetery, Whitehall.

In lieu of flowers, contributions can be made to the church in care of Kohut Funeral Home, Inc.

Philip Miller, 56, of Northampton, passed away September 26, 2025. Born in Allentown, he was the son of the late Roger and Bernadine (Wertman) Miller. He graduated from William Allentown High School Class of “86”. Philip worked for Dun & Bradstreet and then retired from Asgco Manufacturing. He enjoyed going to concerts, bicycling everywhere, watching NASCAR and cheering on the Pittsburgh Steelers. He will be deeply missed.
Survivors: sisters- Dee Marie Davis and her husband Mark, Bridget DeLucia and her husband Gino; niece- Angelica Grube and her husband Noah; great niece and nephew- Blaire and Landon; many aunts, uncles, cousins and dear friends.
A Calling Time will be held on Saturday, Oct 4th 10-11AM with a Service at 11AM all in Kohut Funeral Home, Inc. 950 N. Front St. Allentown, PA 18102.
Contributions can be made in Philips memory to the American Cancer Society care of the funeral home.