Rev. Roger C. Fenstermaker: He Served Many Churches [Obituary]

Rev. Roger C. Fenstermaker, 81, of Allentown, passed away Wednesday, March 27, 2013.

Rev. Roger C. Fenstermaker, 81, of Allentown, passed away Wednesday, March 27, 2013, at home. He was the husband of Joan C. (Scanlin) Fenstermaker. They celebrated their 56th wedding anniversary in June. Born in Allentown, he was a son of the late Russell and Caroline D. (Caine) Fenstermaker. Roger received his Master of Divinity Degree from Evangelical Theological Seminary in Myerstown in 1961. He served churches in Catasauqua, Columbia, Jim Thorpe, Palmyra, Harrisburg, Allentown and Bethlehem before retiring. He was a member of St. Matthew’s Evangelical Church, Emmaus. Survivors: wife; brother, Thomas R. and his wife Carol A. of Allentown; brother-in-law Rev. Harold P. Scanlin and his wife Lenore of Allentown; nieces, Susan and Jill; …

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Obituary: Carl David Dries, 70, of Macungie

Carl David Dries, 70, of Macungie, died Feb. 27, 2013.

Carl David Dries, 70, of Macungie, died Wednesday, Feb. 27 at home with his family. He was the husband of Lois G. (Wetzel) Dries, to whom he was married for 48 years. Born in Breinigsville, he was the son of Grace (Geist) Dries of Emmaus and the late Junior Dries. Before retiring in 2010, he worked at Allen Organ Co. in Macungie for 50 years in various departments before retiring as an assistant foreman. For close to 15 years, he worked craft shows under the name Iron Mountain Toys, showing his creations of wooden cars, toys and banks. He loved his antique cars, and at the time of his death he held the office of activity director for Hershey Region Antique Car Club, was past president of the Ontelanee Antique Automobile Club of America, …

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Obituary: Todd Lynn Trexler, 41, of Emmaus

Todd Lynn Trexler, 41, of Emmaus, died on Feb. 18, 2013.

Todd Lynn Trexler, 41, of Emmaus, died on February 18, 2013 of natural causes, in his home. Born in Allentown he was the son of Larry L. Trexler of Palm Harbor FL and Jennifer D. (Engleman) Bauer of Alburtis. He was a graduate of Emmaus High School, Class of ’90 and was employed by Armetta’s Italian Restaurant in Emmaus for many years. Todd enjoyed walking in Lehigh Parkway and golfing, but most of all he loved spending time with his best friend and son, Kyle. Whether it be coaching Kyle’s baseball team or just spending the day together, he loved being the best father possible. Survivors: Mother and Step-Father, Randy Bauer; Father and Step-mother, Yvonne Trexler; Son, Kyle Trexler; Mother of Kyle, Kelly Rochford; Kyle’s sister, Morgan …

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Obituary: Augustus Christian Martin, 68

The Honorable Augustus Christian Martin, 68, of Ladson, S.C., died on Feb. 15, 2013.

The Honorable Augustus Christian Martin, 68, of Ladson, S.C, entered into eternal rest Friday, Feb. 15, 2013. Born July 29, 1944 in Macungie, he was a son of the late Edward H. Martin and the late Jennie M. Hammond. After graduating from Emmaus High School, Martin enlisted in the United States Navy and served more than seven years on active duty in the submarine service. After leaving the Navy, he obtained an associate degree in Electrical/Electronics Technology from the Pennsylvania State University and began a 32-year career with Pennsylvania Power & Light Co. in 1970. During his career at PP&L he attended night school and received a B.A. in Economics from Lafayette College, an M.B.A. from Lehigh University, and a J.D. from Temple …

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Philanthropist Inez Donley Made Impact on KidsPeace, Community

Inez Donley died Sunday at the age of 97, after dedicating nearly 70 years to volunteer work in the Lehigh Valley.

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Obituary: George W. Rausch, 79, of Emmaus

George W. Rausch, 79, of Emmaus died Friday, Jan. 25, 2013 in Lehigh Valley Hospital.

George W. Rausch, 79, of Emmaus died Friday, Jan. 25 in Lehigh Valley Hospital. He was the husband of Janice I. (Radler) Rausch, they were married 41 years. Born in Lehighton, he was the son of the late Frank and Loisa Rausch. He was a foreman at Allentown Clothes Dryer in Emmaus for 39 years before retiring in 2000. He enjoyed yard sales, flea marketing, growing tomatoes and most of all being with his family. Survivors: With his wife, sons, George Rausch and wife Kim, Rodney Fenstermaker and wife Marylinn; daughter, Karen L. wife of Rick Sampson; grandchildren, Benjamin, Abigail, Emily, Angie, Garrison and Danika; great- grandchildren Paige and Nicholas; son-in-law Dan Uivary. He was predeceased by daughter Juilianne Uivary, and brothers …

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Obituary: William L. Damiano, 77, Founder of Premise Maid Candies

William L. Damiano, 77, founder of Premise Maid Candies in Breinigsville, died Saturday in the Lehigh Valley Hospital Hospice Unit in Allentown.

William L. Damiano, 77, founder of Premise Maid Candies in Breinigsville died Saturday in the Hospice Unit of Lehigh Valley Hospital, Allentown after battling Parkinson’s Disease for 29 years. He was the husband of Frances (Cannariato) Damiano. They were married 54 years in October. Born in Nesquehoning, he was a son of the late Anthony and Carmella (Cardinale) Damiano. Bill was a professional and chemical engineer for Air Products and Chemicals Inc. Trexlertown. He earned a master of business administration degree from Lehigh University. He enjoyed building the candy business with his family and close friends and cherished his time with his grandchildren. He was a member of St. Thomas More Catholic Church in Salisbury Township. Bill also …

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Obituary: Maxine Bowers, 89, of Allentown

Maxine Bowers, 89, of Allentown, died Wednesday, Jan. 9, 2013.

Maxine E. Bowers, 89, of Allentown, died Wednesday, Jan. 9, 2013 at the Phoebe Home, Allentown. She was the wife of the late Ray L. Bowers. Born in Spalding, Saskatchewan, Canada, she was a daughter of the late Magnus Olaf Petterson and Mary C. (Burge) Petterson-Wylie. Before retiring in 1986, she worked as a machine operator at ATT for more than 26 years. She was a member of St. John’s U.C.C., Emmaus. When she wasn’t caring for her family by providing holiday meals and delicious baked goods, she enjoyed occasional trips to the casinos and playing bingo. After retiring, she and Ray enjoyed dining out at Superior Restaurant for breakfast. Survivors: Son, Vance S. and his wife Mary L. of Allentown; daughter-in-law, Monique of Allentown; five…

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Obituary: Gary K. Wagner, Former Owner of Phoebe Floral

Gary K. Wagner, 66, of Upper Macungie, died Thursday, Dec. 20, 2012.

  Gary K. Wagner, 66, of Upper Macungie Township, passed away Thursday, December 20, 2012 at Lehigh Valley Hospital, Salisbury Township. He was the husband of Debra L. (Miller) Wagner, to whom he was married for over 20 years.  Born in Fogelsville, he was the son of the late Kermit D. and Pauline A. (Sechler) Wagner.  Gary was a 1965 graduate of Parkland High School and was inducted into the 2001 Parkland High School Athletic Hall of Fame for his impressive three-year (1963-1965) domination in District 11 Track and Field.  He won the District 11 100- and 220-yard dashes in three straight seasons and went on to win the state title in the 100 and 220 his junior and senior seasons.  Forty-seven years after graduating, Gary Wagner’s name …

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