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 Return to Main "Recent Deceased" File Anna Simon Allentown, PA, Dec 25, 2014 Jesef Kosits Emerson, NJ, Dec 24, 2014 Mary Stachura Bartlett, IL, Dec 20, 2014 Otto Siderits Symmes Township, OH, Dec 20, 2014 John Wukitsevits New York NY, Dec 19, 2014 Juliana Csenar Chicago, lL, Nov 30, 2014 Gay Hazinski South Bend, IN, Nov 29, 2014 Rose Seiler Walnutport, PA, Nov 27, 2014 Juliana Wolf Allentown, PA, Nov 25, 2014 John Jelosits Whitehall, PA, Nov 24, 2014 Anne Fleming Chicago, IL, Nov 13, 2014 Gusela Wunderler Allentown, PA, Oct 15, 2014 Olga Sente Vernon Hills, IL, Oct 8, 2014 Rudy Dobrowits Federal Way, WA, Oct 8, 2014 Jean Atchley Ventura, CA, Oct 2, 2014 Rosa Dalkner Cooperburg, PA, Oct 2, 2014 Günther Decker Emmaus, PA, Sep 10, 2014 Josef Miksits Wantagh, NY, Aug 24, 2014 Mary Groller Bronx, NY, Aug 18 2014 Alois Billovits Flushing, NY, Jul 25, 2014 Stefan Szauer South Bend, IN, Jul 22, 2014 Mary Walles Bronx, NY, Jul 19, 2014 John Mulzet Fogelsville, PA, Jun 27, 2014 Margareta Schanta Whitehall, PA, Jun 22, 2014 Adolph Kahr Allentown, PA, Jun 19, 2014 Margaret Valenzi Moon Township, PA, May 27, 2014 Margaret Judt Whiting, NJ, May 24, 2014 Karl Takerer Toronto, Ont, May 21, 2014 Theresa Gall Bethlehem, PA, May 18, 2014 Anna May New Britain, CT, May 18, 2014 Anna Kennedy Loves Park, IL, May 15, 2014 Oswald Demmel Hamilton, OH, May 12, 2014 Aurelia Auriemma Fountain Hill, AZ, May 10, 2014 Gisela Bauer Glendale, NY, May 8, 2014 Josef Csandl Edmonton, Canada, Mar 18, 2014 Rudolf Richter New Paltz, NY, Mar 16, 2014 Mary Fidler Coplay, PA, Mar 5, 2014 Theresa Straus North Branford, CT, Mar 1, 2014 Eric Unger Barnegat, NJ, Feb 19, 2014 Anna Korpics Mullica Hill, NJ, Feb 8, 2014 Gizella Szendrey Valley Stream, NY, Jan 17, 2014 Justine Schwartz Whitehall, PA, Jan 17, 2014 Julius Kroboth Old Tappan, NJ, Jan 14, 2014 Anna Chaban Clifton, NJ, Jan 12, 2014 Maria Ehritz Bethlehem, PA, Jan 9, 2014 Paul Michtics Hamilton, Canada, Jan 1, 2014 Return to Main "Recent Deceased" File |
Anna Simon Anna Simon, 92, a long time resident of Allentown, Pennsylvania, passed away on Dec. 25, 2014 at the Sanctuary at Holy Cross Nursing Home, Burtonsville, Maryland. She was the wife of the late Alfred J. Simon. Born Dec. 29, 1921 in Steingraben, Austria, she was the daughter of the late Louis and Theresa (Yost) Globosits. She was a member of St. Paul's Catholic Church, Allentown. Anna was employed for over 40 years as a seamstress and loved to sew clothes for herself and family. She was predeceased by two brothers, Louis and William and two sisters, Margaret and Marie. Survivors: Her loving Daughter, Patricia A. Laczo, wife of Victor Laczo of Laurel, MD; Grandson, Thomas Laczo; and Sister, Theresa Weiss. Services: 11:00 AM, Sat., Jan. 3, 2014 at Norcross-Weber Funeral Home, N. Main & Oxford Sts., Coopersburg, PA. Viewing: 10:00 - 10:45 AM, Saturday at the funeral home. (www.weberfuneralhomes.com) Published in Morning Call on Dec. 31, 2014 Top Josef Kosits Josef Kosits, 87, of Emerson, New Jersey, passed away on Wednesday, December 24, 2014. He was the beloved husband of the late Hertha (Willischitz) Kosits. Born in Nazareth, Pennsylvania to Peter and Maria (Billovits) Kosits, he grew up in Steingraben, Burgenland, Austria and returned to the United States as a young man. Survivors: children, Gary Kosits and his wife Marianne, Jean Kosits and Carol Macknin and her husband Alan; grandchildren, Kevin Kosits, Drew and Emma Sivertsen. Services: The family will receive their relatives and friends at Becker Funeral Home, 219 Kinderkamack Road, Westwood, NJ on Sunday, December 28 from 1-5PM. The Funeral Mass celebrating Josef's life and faith will be held at R.C. Church of the Assumption, Emerson, NJ on Monday, December 29 at 10AM. Interment will follow at Gate of Heaven Cemetery, Hawthorne, NY. www.becker-funeralhome.com In lieu of flowers, memorial gifts may be made in Josef's name to the Alzheimer's Association. Published in The Record/Herald News from Dec. 27 to Dec. 28, 2014 Top Mary Stachura Mary Stachura, 91, of Bartlett, Illinois, died Saturday, December 20, 2014, at St. Alexius Medical Center in Hoffman Estates. She was married to the late Max Stachura for 27 years. Born on March 16, 1923 in Schachendorf, Burgenland, Austria, she was a daughter of the late Joseph and Rose (Petti) Pillis. Survivors: loving son and daughter-in-law, John and Evelyn Stachura; loving granddaughters, Anna, Heather, and Kelly Stachura; dear sister-in-law, Mary Pillis; nieces, nephews, grand nieces, and grand nephews, cousins, and many friends. Besides her husband, she was also preceded in death by beloved son, Mark Stachura; dear sisters, Anna Petrokovitch, and Lillian Schlaffer; and dear brother, Steve Pillis. Services: Visitation will be held from 9:30 a.m. until the mass at 10:30 a.m., Friday, December 26, 2014, at Sacred Heart Chapel at Clare Oaks, 801 Carillon Drive, Bartlett, IL 60103. Burial will be held at Saint Adalbert Catholic Cemetery, Niles following the mass. For information, please contact Davenport Family Funeral Home, 847-381-3411. For online condolences, please visit www.davenportfamily.com. Published in Chicago Tribune on Dec. 24, 2014 Top Otto Siderits Otto Siderits, 82, of Symmes Township, Ohio, passed away Saturday, December 20, 2014. Born in St. Michael im Burgenland, Austria, he was a son of the late Franz and Maria (Gerger) Siderits He is survived by his wife of 58 years, Anna (née Plank) Siderits; son, Ronald (Roseann); daughter, Caroline; son, James (Amy); son, Michael (Annie); grandchildren, Jeremy, Jonathan, Benjamin, Joshua, Katie, Emily and Rowan. He was preceded in death by sisters Maria "Mitzi" Bolte and Elisabeth "Lisi" Jandrisits; brothers, Eduard "Eddie", Franz, and Richard. Fond family remembrances will always include his antique car collection, childhood stories from Austria, his soccer playing days in Austria and Canada, coming to the United States, settling in Cincinnati, and starting the family business, Blue Ash Tool & Die Co., Inc. in Blue Ash 50 years ago. Visitation will be held from 11 AM to 1 PM on Friday, December 26 at St. Gertrude Church, 7630 Shawnee Run Road, Cincinnati, OH 45243 with funeral service to follow at 1 PM. Memorials are suggested to Ohio Valley Region Model "A" Ford Club, P.O. Box 62303, Sharonville, OH 45241 or SPCA Cincinnati, 11900 Conrey Road, Cincinnati, OH 45249. Condolences may be expressed at: GilliganFuneralHomes.com. Published in The Cincinnati Enquirer on Dec. 24, 2014 Top John Wukitsevits John Wukitsevits, 86, of New York City, passed away on December 19, 2014. He was the husband of Rose (Stranzl) Wukitsevits. Born in New York City, he was raised in Urbersdorf, Burgenland, Austria, and returned to the U.S. in 1952. He was a longtime member of the Burgenländische Gemeinschaft and also the First Burgenländer Beneficial Society of New York, serving as its president from 1973-1986. He is survived by his wife, Rose; daughter, Nancy, wife of Frank Florio; daughter-in-law, Stacey Wukitsevits; grandchildren, Tracy, Sheri, Tyler and Logan; and brother, Frank, in Austria. He was predeceased by his son John in 2007. Services: Friends may call Monday, Dec. 22 from 2-5 & 7-9 PM at Frank E. Campbell Funeral Home, 1076 Madison Ave at 81st St. in Manhattan. Mass of Christian Burial Tuesday, Dec. 23 at 9:45 AM, St. Joseph's Church, 404 E. 87th St., Manhattan. Contributions in his memory may be made to the Dawn Greene Hospice at Calvary Hospital. Top Juliana Csenar Juliana Csenar, age 79 of Chicago, Illinois, passed away Sunday, November 30, 2014 at her home. Born in Unterpullendorf, Austria, she was a daughter of the late Anton and Karolina (Pinter) Csenar. Julia is survived by her niece Linda (Mark) Plewniak, and great nieces Kaitlyn and Nicole Plewniak, all of Munster. Also survived by loving family Rudy and Hely Tobler of Deerfield, IL; Reese, Tina and Elise Justus of Antioch, IL; Jamie, Monica, Aubrey and Eva Tomochek of Lincolnshire, IL; and Bob, Tanya, Collin, Trent and Robby Eckl of Mount Prospect, IL. Julia was preceded in death by her dear sister Katherine (Paul) Berlakovich of Merrillville, IN; and brothers August, Franz and Stefan Csenar of Austria. Julia was a member of St. Constance Parish in Chicago, IL and had many friends in the Chicago area. She was an excellent seamstress for Carson Pierre Scott in Chicago, IL and was known for the delicious pastries she made for all the family gatherings. Julia will forever be remembered for all the love and attention she gave her nieces and nephews of all ages. Friends may visit with the family on Saturday, December 6, 2014 at St. Joan of Arc Catholic Church from 9:00 to 10:00 AM. A Mass of Christian Burial will be held on Saturday, December 6, 2014 at St. Joan of Arc, 200 E. 78th Ave, Merrillville, IN 46410 at 10:00 AM with Fr. Jon Plavcan officiating. Interment will take place at Calumet Park Cemetery, Merrillville, IN. Funeral arrangements have been entrusted to Geisen Funeral and Cremation Services in Merrillville, IN. Top Gay Hazinski Gay Hazinski (née Lehner), 91, of South Bend, Indiana, passed away at her home at Saint Paul's Retirement Center on Novemebr 29, 2014. She was married to Richard Hazinski who preceded her in death. Born in Tadten, Austria, Gay lived most of her life in South Bend. Gay was a lifetime parishioner of Saint Matthew's Cathedral where she was very active with the Rosary Society. For many years she worked as a secretary at South Bend School Corporation. In her spare time she spent many happy hours playing cards. She is survived by her sister, Anne Muszik of Texas; as well as three daughters, Marie Hazinski Dittrich (Larry) of South Bend, Nancy Hazinski (Alan) of Chesterfield, MO, and Patricia Hazinski of South Bend; and one son, Michael Hazinski (Anne) of Chapel Hill, NC. Also surviving are six grandchildren as follows: Dawn Pfefferle of Las Vegas, NV, Eric Dittrich (Maria) of South Bend, Jennifer Boettcher (Greg) of Rupert, ID, and Matthew Hazinski and Samuel Hazinski of Chapel Hill, NC, and Kira Cain. In addition, Gay leaves five great-grandchildren, Gunnar and Zsoka Dittrich, Melody, Claire and Philip Boettcher. Mass will be held at Saint Matthew's Cathedral on December 9, 2014, at 10:30 AM, where friends and family can join to celebrate Gay's life. Memorial contributions may be made to Hospice Care of South Bend, 111 Sunnybrook Ct., South Bend, IN 46637. Published in South Bend Tribune on Dec. 7, 2014. Top Rose Seiler Rose M. Seiler, 93 of Walnutport, Pennsylvania, passed away Thanksgiving Day November 27, 2014 at the Inpatient Hospice Unit of Lehigh Valley Hospital Center, Allentown. She was the wife of the late Alfred V. Seiler. Born in Rábafüzes (Raabfidisch), Hungary, she was the daughter of the late Josef and Gisella (Deutsch) Tukovits. She worked at the former Penn Keystone Knitting Mill of Walnutport and was also a former Co-Owner of Tri-Us Inn, Walnutport. Rose was a member of St. Nicholas Catholic Church, Berlinsville, where she participated with the Choir, and the Altar & Rosary Society. Survivors: Sons, Alfred Seiler and wife Mikie of Berlinsville, Ronald Seiler and wife Pat of Slatington, Richard Seiler and wife Mary of Pittsburgh, Edward Seiler and wife Kathy of Cleveland, TN, daughters, Diane and husband Lynn Dautrich of Nazareth, Karen Krause of Walnutport, 20 Grandchildren, 24 Great Grandchildren , many nieces & nephews. Rose was pre-deceased by a son Glenn, grandson Christian Dautrich and brothers, Frank, Edward, and Joseph Tukovits Services: Mass of Christian Burial, 11:00 AM Wednesday December 3rd St. Nicholas Catholic Church (Berlinsville), Walnutport. Viewing Tuesday Evening December 2nd, 6 to 8 PM Harding Funeral Home 25-27 N. 2nd St. Slatington. Contributions: St Nicholas Catholic Church 52 Oak Rd Walnutport PA. 18088. Or American Cancer Society, 3893 Alder Place, Suite 170 Bethlehem, Pa 18017. Published in Morning Call on Nov. 29, 2014. Top Juliana Wolf Juliana Wolf (née Eichner) Juliana Wolf, 85, of Allentown, Pennsylvania, passed away on November 25, 2014. She was the wife of the late Robert J. Wolf, who died in 1994. Born in Rudersdorf, Austria on May 17, 1929, she was a daughter of the late Johann and Karolina (Flasch) Eichner. Survivors: Sons, Gary and wife Loretta, and granddaughter Liesl, and Michael and grandson Jacob. She was predeceased by 10 brothers and sisters. Services: Viewing Monday, December 1, 10am till time of service at 11am. Both at Weber Funeral Home, 1619 W. Hamilton St., Allentown. Interment to follow at Cedar Hill Memorial Park, Allentown. www.weberfuneralhomes.com. Published in Morning Call on Nov. 28, 2014. Top John Jelosits John Jelosits, 86, of Whitehall, Pennsylvania, passed away November 24, 2014 at home. Born in Coplay, Pennsylvania and raised in Reinersdorf, Austria, he was a son of the late Johann and Paulina (Sorger) Jelosits. He was the loving husband of Anna (Fischl) Jelosits. They celebrated their 56th wedding anniversary on November 22, 2014. John was a member of St. Elizabeth of Hungary Catholic Church, Whitehall. He was employed by Roche Chemicals and lived in Fairfield, NJ. both for 30 years, retiring in 1990. He enjoyed his talent of wood working as a hobby. Survivors: Wife; son; James E. and his wife Marita of New Jersey; brothers, Joe and his wife Marie of Connecticut, Franz and wife Anna in Austria; sister, Hela Sommer in Austria; sister-in-law, Hilda of Bronx, NY; grandson, Troy and a granddaughter, Lindsey; nieces and nephews. John was predeceased by a brother; Willie. Services: Viewing: 9:00am - 10:00am Saturday, November 29, 2014 followed by a mass of Christian burial at 10:00am, all in St. Elizabeth Catholic Church 619 Fullerton Ave. Whitehall, PA. Entombment will be in Grandview Cemetery Mausoleum. (www.weberfuneralhomes.com). Published in Morning Call on Nov. 27, 2014 Top Anne Fleming Anne A. Fleming, 90, passed away on Thursday, Nov. 13, 2014 in Arlington Heights. The daughter of the late George and Anna (Reicher) Kullowitsch, she was born Jan. 3, 1924 in Kleinpetersdorf, Austria and had lived in several communities, including Chicago, Hoffman Estates, Vernon Hills and Gurnee and also enjoyed a time of retirement in Brooksville, FL. Surviving are 8 children, Raymond (Phyllis) Fleming, Barbara (Michael) Carney, Peter (Colleen) Fleming, Kevin (Anne) Fleming, Dr. Maureen Fleming, Gregory (Beth) Fleming, Laura Sherwood and Tim (Mary) Fleming; 17 Grandchildren, 14 Great Grandchildren and her sister, Sr. Martinus Kullowitsch. She was preceded in death by her husband Raymond in 1994. Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 11 a.m. Tuesday, Nov. 18, at St. Mary of Vernon Catholic Church, 236 W. Hwy. 45, Indian Creek. Visitation will be for one hour prior to the mass at church. Interment will follow at St. Michael the Archangel Cemetery, Palatine. Memorial contributions can be made to either St. Mary of Vernon Church or to Midwest Palliative and Hospice Care Center. Arrangements are by the Burnett-Dane Funeral Home in Libertyville. Info: 847-362-3009 or please sign the guest book at www.burnettdane.com. Published in Chicago Suburban Daily Herald on Nov. 17, 2014. Top Gisela Wunderler Gisela A. Wunderler, 94, of Allentown, Pennsylvania, died Wednesday,October 15, 2014 in her son's home. Gisela was the wife of the late Joseph J. Wunderler. They were married 62 years. Born in Henndorf, Burgenland, Austria she was the daughter of the late Joseph F. and Anna (Janesch) Ponstingl. She was a sewing machine operator at the former Harvey Clothing in Quakertown for 20 years before retiring in 1999. Gisela was an avid gardener and devoted mother and grandmother to her children and grandchildren. She was a member of St. Paul's R.C. Church, Allentown for 67 years and sang in St. Joseph's Church choir in Limeport and was a member of the altar society. Survivors: Sons, Joseph C. and wife Happy of Blue Anchor, NJ, James and wife Diane of Emmaus; daughters, Mary Phy and husband David of Emmaus, Rosanne Miller and husband Jeffrey of Bloomsburg; brothers, Aloyious F., Charles J., John J. Ponstingl; sisters, Margaret A. Sokasitz, Cecilia C. Ponstingl, Elizabeth A. Hussey; grandchildren, James, Justin,Jarett, Amanda, Michael, Marcy, Andrew, Gregory, Jessica; great grandchildren, Brooke, Luke, Jacob, Hunter, Owen, Pierce, Timothy. Services: Family and friends may gather for a viewing 9:00-10:00 am Monday, October 20, 2014 in the K.V. Knopp Funeral Home, Inc. 46 E. Susquehanna Street, Allentown followed by a 10:30am Mass of Christian Burial in St. Paul's R.C. Church 920 S. 2nd Street, Allentown. Interment to be held at Calvary Cemetery in Limeport immediately following the Mass. Contributions: May be made to the Church,18103 or Life Choice Hospice 200 Dryden Road Suite 3300, Dresher, PA 19025. Published in Morning Call on Oct. 16, 2014. Top Olga Sente Olga Ann Sente, a resident of Vernon Hills, Illinois, passed away Oct 8, 2014, at the age of 86. She was born Jul 3, 1928 in Güssing, Austria to Florian and Anna Illigasch. Olga was a devoted mother and wife, wonderful friend to many, and active volunteer. She loved giving back to her church and community. Her interests included opera, traveling, painting and reading. Olga is survived by her daughters Carol and Clare Sente, and her grandchildren Natalie and Jake Machtig. She was preceded in death by her husband Theodore, daughter Christine, and siblings Adolph, Elli and Irma. Friends of the family are invited to offer condolences on Friday, Oct 17, 2014 at Lakeview Presbyterian Church, 1100 Lakeview Parkway, Vernon Hills, IL from 9:30-10:30 a.m. and attend the memorial service beginning at 10:30 a.m. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in Olga Sente's name to Rainbow Hospice, 1550 Bishop Court, Mount Prospect, IL 60056. Published in Chicago Tribune from Oct. 12 to Oct. 13, 2014. Top Rudy Dobrowits Rudolph "Rudy" Dobrowits of Federal Way, Washington, joined his beautiful wife Frances in heaven on October 8, 2014. Rudy was born on April 27, 1923 in Grosspetersdorf, Austria to Johann and Teresa Dobrowits. Rudy worked for Metropolitan Life for 29 years and was the head jester for his band The Jesters for over 40 years. His love of family and his humor brought great joy to all who knew him. Rudy is survived by his children Dawn (Bo) Colello, Duane Dobrowits, Dalene (Marvin) Sheets and Dwight (Julie) Dobrowits; 9 grandchildren, 11 great- grandchildren. A rosary will be held 7:00 PM Tuesday, October 14, and a funeral mass will be held 10:00 AM Wednesday, October 15, both at St. Vincent de Paul Catholic Church in Federal Way. Burial with military honors will be held at Mountain View Cemetery in Auburn. Please visit www.yahnandson.com for more information and to sign the families online guest register. Published in The Seattle Times on Oct. 12, 2014 Top Jean Atchley Jean Atchley passed away in her sleep October 2, 2014 in Ventura, California after a long, joyful and fulfilling life. Born February 18, 1923 in Kleinpetersdorf, Austria, she was a daughter of the late Ferdinand and Gabriella (Waschitz) Heritsch. At age 5, she immigrated to the United States with her parents and sister Marie via Ellis Island. Her family settled in Chicago where she completed her education. As a young adult Jean worked as secretary for Armour Meats in Chicago. It was in Chicago that she met and married Carrol N. Atchley. Shortly after their wedding the newlyweds moved to California to start a family. Jean was a resident of Ventura County for 50 years. She retired from Camarillo State Hospital after a fulfilling career as a secretary and teachers aid at the school for developmentally disabled children within the state hospital. Jean enjoyed gardening, reading and travel especially visits to family members and friends. Jean was preceded in death by her husband Carrol N. Atchley, daughters Barbara Atchley, Anna Marie Atchley, son James Atchley and sister Marie Loome. She is survived by her daughters Mary Aragon, Theresa Bridges (Allen) sons Carrol L. Atchley (Diane), Richard Atchley (Mary) and grandchildren Devin, Ryan, Rachel, Claire, Jennifer, Christina, Nicholas, Tony and 2 great grandchildren. Her funeral service will be held Saturday October 25th at 11:00 AM at Joseph P. Reardon Funeral Home, 757 E. Main St., Ventura, CA 93001 followed by burial at Ivy Lawn Memorial Park, Ventura. Our family would like to thank the staff of The Ventura Townhouse, Dr Benjamin Lish and staff, and Assisted Hospice for their exceptional quality of care.Condolences may be left at www.reardonfuneral.com. Published in Ventura County Star from Oct. 22 to Oct. 25, 2014. Top Rosa Dalkner Rosa E. Dalkner, of Coopersburg, Pennsylvania, passed away on October 2, 2014 at the age of 74. She was born in Deutsch Minihof, Austria to the late Johann and Rosa (Granitz) Korpitsch and was married for the past 41 years to her loving husband John. Rosa sang with the Lehigh Sängerbund Chorus and enjoyed gardening and tending to her flowers. Survivors: husband John; sons: David Dalkner and Peter and wife Eleanor Dalkner; granddaughter Hazel and sister-in-law Gertrude Korpitsch. She was predeceased by her brothers Herbert and Hans Korpitsch. Services: A viewing will be held on Tuesday, October 7th starting at 9:00AM until a Mass of Christian Burial at 10AM both will be at St. Joseph's Catholic Church in Coopersburg. www.weberfuneralhomes.com Contributions: Can be made to the Hospice of St. Luke's Hospital. Published in Morning Call on Oct. 4, 2014. Top Günther Decker Günther Decker, 73, of Emmaus, Pennsylvania, died September 10, 2014 in Lehigh Valley Inpatient Hospice. He was the husband of Hedwig (Schwab) Decker. Born in Königsdorf, Austria, he was the son of the late Rudolf and Ida (Holler) Decker. He was a woodworker for Knoll, Inc. for 40 years, retiring in 2005. He was a member of the Lehigh Sängerbund, the Austrian-Hungarian Veterans Society, and the Mercantile Club of Emmaus. He was also a long-time Lehigh Valley representative for the worldwide Burgenländische Gemeinschaft. Survivors: Wife; Son, Kevin Decker and wife Danielle of Telford; Daughter, Karin wife of Duane Wagner of Easton; Grandchildren, Katarina, Annalena, and Chase. Services: Memorial Services Monday, Sept. 15, 2014 at 11:00 AM in Schantz Funeral Home, P.C., 250 Main St., Emmaus. Visitation 10:00 to 11:00 AM in the funeral home. Online condolences may be made to www.schantzfh.com. Contributions: In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to Lehigh Valley Hospice, 2166 S. 12th St., Allentown, PA 18103. Published in Morning Call on Sept. 12, 2014 Top Josef Miksits Josef Miksits, 76, of Wantagh, New York, and native of Gerersdorf bei Güssing, Austria, passed away on August 24, 2014. Beloved husband of Gertrude. Devoted father of Karin Hagen (Salvatore Fabozzi), Trudy Moussaui (Alex) and Joseph Miksits (Laura). Cherished grandfather of Sean, Melissa, Sarah, Lauren, Christopher, Joseph and Thomas. Dearest brother of Helene. Visitation Thursday, from 2-4 & 7-9:30 PM at C.S. Bartholomew & Son, 302 South Bedford Ave., Bellmore. Funeral Mass Friday, 10:45 am at St. Barnabas R.C. Church, Bellmore. Entombment at Pinelawn Memorial Park. Top Mary Groller Mary Groller, née Messlehner, died August 18, 2014 in New Baltimore, Michigan. She was the beloved wife of Louis Groller, who passed away in 2008. Mary was born September 8, 1933 in Punitz, Burgenland, Austria. She was the devoted mother of Robert (Joyce), Loretta (Walter Yurkus) and Richard; cherished grandmother of Daniel (Emily), Steven, Robby and Randy (Christy); loving great grandmother of Kason, Dalton, Selena and Camryn; dear sister of Mathilde Seidl. Not to be forgotten by her adoring 4 legged family - Smoochie, Scruffy and Charlie Choo Choo. Visitation will be held on Thursday, August 21, 2014 from the hours of 4:00 - 6:00 and 7:00 - 9:00 PM the McNulty Funeral Home, 3006 Middletown Rd., Bronx, NY. A mass of Christian burial will be celebrated for Mary on Friday, August 22, 2014 at Our Lady of the Assumption Catholic Church, 1634 Mahan Ave., Bronx, NY at 9:30 AM. Interment will follow at St. Raymond's Cemetery in the Bronx, NY Top Alois Billovits Alois Billovits, 78, native of Steingraben, Austria, passed away on July 25, 2014 in Flushing, New York. Beloved husband of Agnes (née Jandrisevits). Loving father of Richard and Gerald. Cherished grandfather of 5. Dearest brother of Maria Howorka. Reposing at the Frederick Funeral Home 192-15 Northern Blvd. Flushing NY 11358 on Sunday July 27, 2014 from 2-5 & 7-9pm. Funeral Mass Monday July 28, 2014 St. Kevin R. C. Church, Flushing NY at 9:45 a.m. Interment Mt. St. Mary's Cemetery. Funeral arrangements are under the care of Frederick Funeral Home, Flushing, New York Top Stefan Szauer Stefan "Steve" Szauer, age 81, of South Bend, Indiana, died unexpectedly Tuesday, July 22, 2014, in his home. Born December 26, 1932 in Nikitsch, Austria, he was a son of the late Peter and Francesca (Derdak) Szauer. Steve immigrated to Toronto, Canada, when he was 18 years old and in 1955 moved to South Bend, IN, where he met the love of his life, Rose Buczolich. They were married on May 21, 1955, in Our Lady of Hungary Catholic Church. Steve began his working career in the USA as a butcher on a farm and then worked for several years at A&P, also as a butcher. During this time, he became interested in computers and attended school in Chicago to learn data processing. When Steve finished school, he was hired by Uniroyal where he worked in data processing for 38 years until his retirement and Uniroyal closed its doors for good. He then worked for several years at Memorial Hospital. He proudly served his adopted country in the U.S. Army Reserves. Steve spoke four languages; Croatian, German, Hungarian and English. He was a voracious reader and was especially interested in everything written about WW II as his father was killed during that war when Steve was a child, leaving his mother to raise four children on her own. He was an avid soccer fan enjoying World Cup Soccer games with his son Steve and in his younger days played in a soccer league in South Bend with Hungarian immigrants. Steve was proud to pass his soccer skills on to his grandchildren, Stephanie and Bjorn, who played for St. Jude and Riley High School in South Bend. Steve took pride in his yard and garden, always "puttering" around amongst the plants and lawn. He was an accomplished cook and baker. His specialty was Wienerschnitzel and his apricot squares were the best! Steve was always helping someone, whether it was a Hungarian immigrant looking for a job or needing to get a driver's license, a friend who needed help with landscaping, and especially taking care of his family. Steve would take charge and get the job done. Steve was preceded in death by his parents, Peter & Francesca Szauer, brother, Peter Szauer, and sister, Maria Pinterich, all of Austria. He is survived by his wife of 59 years, Rose, his son, Steve, Jr., and daughter, Sue (Brian) Forsberg of South Bend. He is also survived by his granddaughter, Stephanie (Matthew) Iacobucci of Camby, IN, grandson, Bjorn of South Bend, and great-grandson, Maximus "Max" Iacobucci of Camby, IN. He is survived by his brother, Mathias (Evelyn) Szauer of Eisenstadt, Austria. Steve leaves behind several nieces and nephews in Austria along with many friends in South Bend, Chicago, Toronto and Austria. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 10:00 a.m. Monday, July 28, 2014, at Our Lady of Hungary Catholic Church, 829 West Calvert, South Bend, IN. Burial will follow at Southlawn Cemetery. Family and friends may call from 2:00 6:00 p.m. Sunday, July 27, 2014, in the Zahoran Funeral Home, 1826 S. Kemble Ave., where a Rosary will be recited at 4:00 p.m. Memorial contributions may be made to Our Lady of Hungary Church. To leave an online condolence, please visit our website at www.zahoran.com, or our facebook page, Zahoran Funeral Home. Published in South Bend Tribune on July 24, 2014 Top Mary Walles Mary Walles, 95, of Bogota, New Jersey, formerly of Bronx, New York, passed away on July 19, 2014. She was the devoted wife of the late Edward Walles. Born in Glasing, Austria, she was a daughter of the late Franz and Maria (Unger) Adlovits. Survivors: children, Mary (Charles) Wagner, Ed (Doris) Walles, Frank (Teri) Walles, and Joseph Walles; grandchildren, Richard (Mandi) Wagner, Elizabeth (Joe) Cilino, Joseph (Robin) Wallles, Ed, Carolyn, Celine, T.J., Bobby, Bridgitte, Tyler, Therese and Katrina Walles; and great-grandchildren, Anthony, Nicole, Beth Ann, Tomas, Lucas, Nicholas, Zachary, Kyle, Michael and Taylor. Services: Visiting at Petrik Funeral Home, 140 Palisade Ave., Bogota on Monday from 2-4 and 7-9 PM. All will meet at the funeral home on Tuesday at 9 AM for the Funeral Mass at St. Joseph's R.C. Church, Bogota at 10 AM. Interment at St. Raymond's Cemetery, Bronx, NY. In lieu of flowers, donations to Holy Name Hospice would be appreciated. Published in The Record/Herald News on July 21, 2014 Top John Mulzet John J. Mulzet, 89 years, of Macungie, Pennsylvania, formerly of Fogelsville, passed away June 27, 2014 at Lehigh Valley Hospital, Salisbury Twp. He was the widower of Rose M. (Muick) Mulzet. Born in Inzenhof, Austria he was a son of the late John and Julia (Artinger) Mulzet. John was a welder for the former Lehigh Portland Cement in Fogelsville for 25 years and then for the Tyler Pipe Line until he retired. He was a member of St. Joseph the Worker Catholic Church in Orefield. John loved playing cards, polka dancing, driving his 1967 pickup truck and watching Penn State and the Phillies. Survivors: Daughter, Kathleen M. wife of Carl J. Ebert of Fogelsville; brother, Stephen M. of Oklahoma City, OK, sisters; Bertha Elane of Allentown, Angeline Rohrbach of Center Valley, and Elsie Ruhe of New Tripoli, granddaughters, Sheryl Mockler of Fogelsville and Tina wife of Andrew Krafts of Silver Spring, MD; 4 Great-grandchildren, Joseph, Sean, Sarah and Hannah. He was predeceased by a sister Julie Turk. Services: 11 AM Tuesday, July 1 at Keller Funeral Homes, Inc. 1018 Church St., Fogelsville with the Rev. Joseph Kweder officiating. Visitation will be from 10 to 11 AM. Interment will be in Resurrection Cemetery, Allentown. Online condolences may be offered to the family at www.KellerFuneralHomes.com Contributions: Contributions to be made to St. Joseph the Worker Catholic Church, 1879 Applewood Dr., Orefield, 18069 or the Alzheimer's Association, Lehigh Valley Branch, 617 A Main St., Hellertown, PA 18055. Published in Morning Call on June 29, 2014. Top Margareta Schanta Margareta Schanta, 93, of Whitehall, Pennsylvania, passed away June 22 in Lehigh Valley Hospital-Cedar Crest. She was married to the late Emil Schanta. Born in Raabfidisch (Rábafüzes), Hungary, she was the daughter of the late Franz and Maria (Kroboth) Schanta. A member of the Amalgamated Garment Workers Union, she was a sewing machine operator at the former Cross Country Clothes in Egypt and Northampton, retiring in 1983. She was a member of St. Peter's Catholic Church, Coplay. She was a member of the Coplay Sängerbund and its chorus. Survivors: son, Emil Schanta and his wife, Catherine of Whitehall; daughter, Margareta Schanta, at home; daughter-in-law, Anna Marie Schanta of Whitehall; 4 grandchildren; 6 great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by a son, Franz and 13 brothers and sisters. Services: Mass of Christian Burial at 10:00 a.m., Friday, June 27, St. Peter's Catholic Church, Coplay. Viewing from 7 to 8:30 p.m. Thursday and 8:30-9:30 a.m. Friday, Robert A. Hauke Funeral Home (haukefuneralhome.com), 327 Chestnut St., Coplay. Interment, St. Peter's Catholic Cemetery, Whitehall Published in Morning Call on June 24, 2014 Top Adolph Kahr Adolph Kahr, 88, of Allentown, Pennsylvania, passed away on June 19, 2014, He was born in Rábafüzes (Raabfidisch), Hungary to the late Adolf and Julia (Judt)Kahr and was predeceased by his wife Lillian M. (Feiertag) and his brother Frank. Adolph had been a plumber with Modern Plumbing and Heating and was a member and past president of the Jordan A.C. Survivors: Sons: Jeffrey and wife Susanne, Michael and his significant other Jennifer; grandchildren Sara and Patrick and many nieces and nephews. Services: A calling will be held on Tuesday June 24 from 10 AM until a service at 11AM both at Weber Funeral Home, 502 Ridge Ave. in Allentown. www.weberfuneralhomes.com Published in Morning Call on June 21, 2014 Top Margaret Valenzi Margaret Valenzi, age 79, of Moon Township, Pennsylvania, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, May 27, 2014, at Heritage Valley Sewickley. She was born in Dobersdorf, Austria on July 22, 1934, to the late Rudolph and Mary (Venus) Sambold. On October 1, 2010, she was preceded in death by her husband, Ralph V. Valenzi. Beloved mother of Ralph J. Valenzi of Scottsdale, AZ and Stephen M. Valenzi and wife, Katherine of Boca Raton, FL; cherished grandmother of Vince, Anthony, Stephen, Rachel and Michael; loving sister of Helen Mauhs and husband, Karl of Hamden, CT, Rudolph Sambold of San Mateo, CA, Frank Sambold of Glenshaw, PA and the late Walter Sambold; sister-in-law, Joan Sambold of Moon Township. Margaret was a Sewickley High School Graduate, member of St. Margaret Mary Church, retired as secretary for Green Engineering (Sewickley) and in her later years, was considered a family member by many families of Sewickley Heights. She requested no visitation. A Memorial Mass will be held later. Burial was private in Resurrection Cemetery. Arrangements by COPELAND'S. Donations may be made to St. Margaret Mary Church, 1 Parish Place, Moon Township, PA 15108. Send condolences at post-gazette.com/gb Published in Pittsburgh Post-Gazette on May 28, 2014. Top Margaret Judt Margaret Judt, of Whiting, New Jersey, passed away on Monday, March 24, 2014, at the Holiday Care Center in Toms River. She was 81. Margaret was born in Rábafüzes (Raabfidisch), Hungary in 1932 and lived in Germany before coming to America around 1953. She lived with different families in Pennsylvania before moving to NJ. She worked in a silk mill and then at Sieman's Corporation, testing hearing aids, until her retirement. She never married but had many friends. Her greatest joy was feeding the birds at her windowsill. She is predeceased by two sisters, Bertha & Hilda. Surviving is a brother, Edward Judt of Germany and nephews, Emil and Rudi Judt of Austria and Werner Drexel of Germany. In keeping with Margaret's wishes, she was privately cremated and interment of her cremains will take place at 9:45 a.m. Friday, June 6 at St. Elizabeth Ann Seton Church, Whiting. Anderson & Campbell Funeral Home, Whiting, is in charge of arrangements. In lieu of flowers, all donations can be made to the Associated Humane Society and the Popcorn Park Zoo in NJ. Published in Asbury Park Press on June 3, 2014 Top Karl Takerer It is with heavy hearts that we announce the peaceful passing of Karl Takerer on Wednesday, May 21, 2014 in Toronto, Ontario, Canada. Karl was born in Alsórönök (Unterradling), Hungary. Loving husband of Rose of 63 years. Cherished father of Joseph and daughter Diane and her husband Nick Fanais. Adoring Opa of James and Stephen. Cherished brother of Margaret (Frank) and predeceased by his sister Anna. Dear brother-in-law of Hilda (the late Karli) of Austria, Anna (Milton), Jean (the late Mark), many nieces, nephews, cousins and friends. A special thank you to his sister-in-law Jean for her support and nephew Ernest from Nova Scotia, who came to visit Karl regularly. The family wishes to thank the staff at Revera-Westside, for their care and compassion during his stay. Resting at the Newediuk Funeral Home, Kipling Chapel, 2058 Kipling Ave., Toronto (North of Rexdale Blvd.) on Friday from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. Funeral service will be celebrated on Saturday May 24, 2014 at 11 a.m. in the funeral home chapel. As expression of sympathy donations, to the Alzheimer Society or the Diabetes Association would be greatly appreciated by the family. Online condolences at www.newediukfuneralhome.com Published in the Toronto Star on May 22, 2014 Top Theresa Gall Theresa Gaal, 97, formerly of Bethlehem, Pennsylvania, passed away Sunday, May 18, 2014, in Saratoga Springs, New York. Her husband of 55 years, Eugene Gaal, died in 1993. Born in Felsőrönök (Oberradling), Hungary, she was the daughter of the late Franz and Theresia (Gilly) Dex. She was employed at Sure Fit before retiring as a floor lady. Survivors: Daughter, Ann Gamble, and her husband John of Saratoga Springs, NY; brother, Rudolph Dex, and his wife Julie of Bethlehem; grandsons, John and James; great-grandsons, Tyler and Harry; niece, Terry Gentile, and her husband Fabio. Services: 11 a.m. Tuesday, May 27, in the Pearson Funeral Home, 1901 Linden Street, Bethlehem, followed by interment in Bethlehem Memorial Park. Published in Morning Call on May 24, 2014 Top Anna May Anna P. May, 95, of New Britain, Connecticut, died Sunday, May 18, 2014 at the John Dempsey Hospital in Farmington. Born in Neumarkt an der Raab, Burgenland, Austria, the daughter of the late Alois and Maria (Zotter) Potetz, she came to this country in 1936 and lived most of her life in New Britain. She had been the housekeeper at St. Maurice Rectory in New Britain for over 30 years; was a member of St. Peter Church, the Ladies Guild of St. Peter Church, the St. Agnes Guild and the New Britain Council of Catholic Women. Mrs. May is survived by two sons Rev. Ronald P. May of Southington, Robert and his wife Kathy May of Florida; a sisiter Margaret Kropfl of Austria ; a granddaughter Susanne Vanderheydon; and several nieces, nephews and friends. She was predeceased by a grandson, Steven R. May, two brothers Louis Potetz and Frank Potetz and a sister Mary Wischenbart. Funeral services will be held Thursday 10:00AM from the Farrell Funeral Home 110 Franklin Sq. New Britain with a mass of Christian Burial at 11:00 AM at St. Peter Church 98 Franklin Sq. New Britain. Burial will follow in Rose Hill Memorial Park, Rocky Hill. Visitation will be Wednesday from 4:00 to 7:00 PM at the funeral home. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the McLean Home and Hospice 75 Great Pond Road Simsbury, CT 06070 or to St. Peter Church. The May family would like to especially thank the kindness of the staff at John Dempsey Hospital and the McLean Hospice Care. To light a candle or send a condolence, please visit www.FarrellFuneralHome.com. Published in The Hartford Courant on May 20, 2014 Top Anna Kennedy Anna Brock Kennedy, 92, of Loves Park, Illinois, died peacefully in her favorite chair on Thursday, May 15, 2014. Born in Jabing, Austria on June 25, 1921 to the late Michael and Fannie (Eberhardt) Schuch, she immigrated to the United States in 1934. She lived in New York City, where she met her husband. In 1939, Anna married Jerry Brock (deceased). They lived in Chicago, Illinois and moved to Indiana. They had a truck stop together for a time where Anna would share her cullinary gift with many hungry drivers. They had four children, Jerry, Gary, Annie (Atkinson, deceased), and Marie (Mitzi). They finally settled in Rockford, Illinois in 1960. After her husband passed in 1965, she continued to raise and care for her children. She moved to Loves Park, Illinois, worked on a punch press for Rockford Acromatic for many years and surrendered her career in manufacturing to help care for her family. Anna was a cullinary whiz, known for her famous cheesecake, potato salad, baked beans, crepes, and more than thirty-five different varieties of Christmas cookies she baked every year and gave as gifts to her family and loved ones. She was also renowned for crocheting and knitting blankets, sweaters, and scarves for everyone she could give them to. She retired from caring for her family and became a resident at Wilkommen Plaza in Rockford, Illinois for a couple of years where she put her knitting and crocheting skills to generous use by making baby blankets and caps for the newborns at local hospitals. In 2012, Anna moved to Park Towers in Loves Park, Illinois, where she resided for the rest of her days. Survived by her three children Jerry (Kris), Gary (Marlyce), and Mitzi (Darwin Peterson); grandchildren Ricky, Brent (Lisa), Julie (Jeff Vaughn), Brandon, Michelle (Atkinson), Dennis Atkinson, Jennifer (Clarke), Jerry Peterson, Jeanette (Aaron Johnson); a plethora of great-grandchildren; and grand-puppies Ziggy, Toby, Gunny, and Pepper. She is loved and will be missed by us all. In lieu of flowers, memorials are suggested to the family. A visitation for Anna will be Monday May 19, 2014 from 1:00 p.m. until 2:00 p.m. at Sunset Funeral Home 8800 N. Alpine Road in Machesney Park. Graveside service will follow at 2:30 p.m. Monday at Sunset Memorial Gardens. Condolences may be sent to the family at www.sunsetfhmemgardens.com Top Oswald Demmel Oswald P. Demmel, age 78, of Hamilton, Ohio, passed away at Fort Hamilton Hospital on Monday, May 12, 2014. He was born in Balf (Wolfs), Hungary on January 20, 1936 to Tobias and Elizabeth (Bader) Demmel. He immigrated to Germany in 1946 where he met his wife Franzi Greisinger. They were married on October 14, 1958 in Stuttgart, Germany and immigrated to the United States in 1959. He retied from Mosler Safe Company after 41 years. He was a member of the Liberty Home Assn. serving as President and Treasurer and the Edelweiss Sports Club where served as an officer. Oswald was a member of the Zion Lutheran Church. He is survived by his loving wife Franzi, sons Ralph (Joni) and Rick (Kathy); grandchildren Tyler, Ross, John Paul and Emily; one great grandchild Vivian; and one sister Heidi (Karl) Giessler. He was preceded in death by his parents. A Celebration of Life Service will be held at the Liberty Home Assn. 2361 Hamilton Cleves Rd., Hamilton, on Thursday May 15, 2014 at 5 PM. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made the Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation- Cincinnati Chapter, 8041 Hosbrook Rd. Suite 422, Cincinnati, Ohio 45236 or online http://www.jdrf.org/cincinnati. Condolences can be made at www.browndawsonflick.com. Published in Journal-News on May 13, 2014 Top Aurelia Auriemma Aurelia Auriemma, 91, of Fountain Hills, Arizona, died Saturday, May 10, 2014 in Scottsdale, Arizona. Aurelia was born April 2, 1923 in Güttenbach, Austria, the daughter of Karl and Agnes (Kappel) Cvitkovits. The family immigrated to the United States in 1926, settling in Chicago, Illinois. Aurelia grew up in Chicago and married John Auriemma in 1946. They raised their family in Chicago until retiring in Fountain Hills, Arizona in 1984. Her husband John preceded her in death in 1997. Aurelia is survived by two sons; John Auriemma of Fountain Hills, Arizona and Dr. Peter (Nanette) Auriemma of Scottsdale, Arizona; one daughter, Lauren (Randy) Roberts of Fountain Hills, Arizona; two sisters, Caroline Lalinsky and Monica Beck, both of Chicago, Illinois; one sister-in-law, Phyllis Greco, of Scottsdale, Arizona; six grandchildren and two great-grandchildren. A visitation will be held Thursday, May 15 from 6pm to 8pm, with a Rosary service at 7:00pm, at Messinger Fountain Hills Mortuary. A funeral Mass will be held Friday, May 16th at 11am at the Church of the Ascension, 12615 N. Fountain Hills Blvd, Fountain Hills, AZ 85268. Interment will be at Paradise Memorial Gardens following the services. Published in The Arizona Republic on May 14, 2014 Top Gisela Bauer Gisela Bauer (née Steiger), 87, of West Milford, New Jersey, entered her eternal home peacefully in her sleep early on Thursday morning, May 8th, 2014. Born in Northampton, PA, her family returned to Gaas, Austria when she was a little girl where she was raised. Gisela met her husband just prior to her return to the US in 1948. She returned to Gaas, Austria in 1952 and was married that summer upon his proposal. She lived in Glendale, Queens, NY, for 45 years prior to moving near her son and his family in West Milford in 2009. Gisela was a devout and compassionate friend who always had a word of encouragement and wisdom for others. She will be greatly missed by all who knew her. One relative has characterized her as a National Treasure. She was predeceased in death by her loving husband of 42 years, Stefan. She is survived by her devoted son Roland and daughter-in-law Jackie, her loving grandchildren Eric, Mark and Aaryn, as well as many loving nephews and nieces in the US, Canada and Austria. The family will greet friends and celebrate her life at Richards Funeral Home, 1440 Union Valley Road, West Milford, NJ, on Monday, May 12th, from 2-4 and 7-9 PM. There will be a celebratory Catholic mass at 9:30 AM on Tuesday, May 13th, 2014, at the Sacred Heart RC Church, 83-17 78th Ave., Glendale, NY, for her family and friends. Christian Burial will be at the Maple Grove Cemetery, 83-15 Kew Gardens Rd, Jamaica, NY, following the Mass. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to The Journey Church, 184 Marshall Hill Road, West Milford, NJ 07480. Please earmark all donations for the Benevolence Fund. richardsfuneralhome.com Published in The Record/Herald News on May 11, 2014 Top Josef Csandl With great sadness, the family announces the passing of beloved husband, father, grandfather, brother and uncle Joe Csandl of Edmonton, Alberta, Canada, on March 18, 2014 at the age of 79 years. Joe will be deeply missed by Maria, his loving wife of 54 years, his son Joe (Terry), granddaughters Cassidy and Jessica, his brother Gaby (Trudy), his sister Frieda in Austria, and several nieces and nephews. Joe was born June 21, 1934 in Güssing, Austria and grew up on the family farm. Along with farming, he also worked for the forestry service. In 1956 he met the love of his life and Joe and Maria were married in 1959. Despite not knowing any English or French, Joe, together with Maria and their son Joe, immigrated to Canada in 1967. They lived and worked in Montreal for two years before moving to Edmonton during the summer of 1969. In 1973, Joe seized an opportunity to work for Labatt's as a machine operator and continued working there until his retirement in 1999. Joe was a kind, gentle and easy-going person. His granddaughters were the light of his retirement years and he spent many days escorting them to various places he thought might interest them. The family would like to thank the doctors, nurses and staff at Grey Nuns Hospital for their outstanding care and compassion during Joe's final weeks. In accordance with Joe's wishes, cremation has taken place and a Funeral service will be held on Saturday, March 22, 2014 at 10:30 a.m. at St. Agnes Catholic Church, 10826 - 62 Avenue, Edmonton, Alberta. In lieu of flowers, the family wishes for your support of the Alberta Cancer Foundation, #710, 10123 - 99 Street, Edmonton, Alberta, T5J 3H1. Expressions of sympathy may be forwarded to the family via the website www.hainstockedmonton.com. Published in The Edmonton Journal on Mar. 21, 2014 Top Rudolf Richter Rudolf Richter, 87 of, New Paltz, New York, passed away on Sunday, March 16, 2014, at Vassar Brothers Medical Center, Poughkeepsie, in the company of his family. Born in Tobaj, Austria, on January 9, 1927, he was the son of the late Franz and Maria (Malits) Richter. He married Emilie Baumann on February 10, 1953. They immigrated to the United States in 1955. Emilie passed away on May 1, 2010. He was a Superintendent in Jackson Heights, Queens, NY, prior to retiring to New Paltz. He was a member of St Joseph’s Church, New Paltz. He spent his retirement with his family, tending to his flower garden, and could often be seen around town in his 1974 blue Volkswagen Beetle. He is survived by his daughter and son in law, Trudy & Joseph Unger of New Paltz, NY; son and daughter in law, James and Denise Richter of Bethpage, NY; granddaughter, Jeanette Unger of New Paltz, NY; grandson, Steven Unger of Philadelphia, PA; grandson, Aidan Richter of Bethpage, NY. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Friday, March 21, 2014 at 11:00 am at St. Joseph's Church, 34 South Chestnut Street, New Paltz. Cremation will follow at Poughkeepsie Rural Cemetery. Burial will be made in the family plot at Lloyd Cemetery at a later date. Friends may call Thursday, March 20, 2014, from 6pm - 9pm at Copeland Funeral Home, Inc., 162 South Putt Corners Road, New Paltz, NY. Donations may be made to Hospice Foundation, Inc., 374 Violet Ave., Poughkeepsie, NY 12601, The Foundation for Vassar Brothers Medical Center, 45 Reade Place, Poughkeepsie, NY 12601, or St. Joseph's Church, 34 South Chestnut Street, New Paltz, NY 12561. Condolences may be made to the family at www.copelandfhnp.com. Top Mary Fidler Mary A. Fidler, 89, of Coplay, Pennsylvania, passed away March 5, 2104 at St. Luke's Hospital, Allentown. She was married to the late Julius F. Fidler for 61 years. Born in Allentown and raised in Rehgraben, Austria, she was the daughter of the late Andreas and Maria (Miksits) Wallusch. She was a member of St. Peter's Catholic Church, Coplay. Survivors: Sons, Dennis C. and his wife, Joanne, of Allentown, Julius W. and his companion, Sharon Silfies, of Whitehall; grandchildren, Jessica, Stacey, Kevin, Kyle; great-grandchildren, Ryan and Justin; sister, Theresa Lyons of N. Carolina. She was predeceased by a sister, Gisela Kosek; and a brother, Andrew Wallusch. Services: 10 a.m., Monday, March 10, Robert A. Hauke Funeral Home (haukefuneralhome.com), 327 Chestnut St., Coplay followed by a Mass of Christian Burial at 10:30 a.m., St. Peters Catholic Church, Coplay. Viewing from 9 to 10 a.m., Monday, in the funeral home. Interment parish cemetery, Whitehall. Contributions: In lieu of flowers, to the church c/o the funeral home, 18037. Published in Morning Call on Mar. 6, 2014 Top Theresa Straus Theresa Straus (née Berghold), 93, of North Branford, Connecticut, passed away March 1, 2014, at Connecticut Hospice. She was the wife of the late Joseph M. Straus, Born in Poppendorf, Austria on May 7, 1920, Theresa was a daughter of the late Frank and Julia (Wagner) Berghold. She worked for many years for Silly Putty in North Branford until retiring. She was a member of the North Branford Congregational Church for many years and an avid Yankees fan. She is survived by her son, Robert Straus of North Branford; her daughter, Alice Straus of San Francisco; her granddaughter, Julie Straus; and her great grandchildren, Dillon and Ryan. Her funeral service will be held at 10 a.m. on Saturday at the North Branford Congregational Church. Burial will follow in All Saints Cemetery. Those wishing to send condolences online may do so at www.keenanfuneralhome.com Published in The New Haven Register on Mar. 5, 2014 Top Eric Unger Eric Unger, 76, of Barnegat, New Jersey, passed away on Wednesday, February 19, 2014. Born in Pornóapáti (Pernau), Hungary, he came to the United States in 1957 and lived in Clifton, Garfield, and Saddle Brook before moving to Barnegat 8 years ago. He was a welder for the Falstrom Company in Passaic for over 45 years retiring in 1999. He was a parishioner of St. Stanislaus Kostka R.C. Church, Garfield, and was a former member of the Sports Friends Soccer Club in Passaic. He was a veteran of the U.S. Army serving in Europe. Eric was the beloved husband of Anna (née Scheffler), devoted father of Robert Unger of Wayne, Stephen Unger, and his wife Megan, of Warwick, NY, and Kathy Dzwilewski, and her husband David, of Saddle Brook, loving grandfather of six grandchildren, dear brother of Mary Rokicki of Clifton, Helen Schmalzel in Hungary, and the late Emil Unger. Relatives and friends are invited to attend the funeral Monday, 9:30 AM, from the Kamienski Funeral Home, 207 Ray Street, Garfield, and 10 AM at St. Stanislaus Kostka R.C. Church, Garfield. Interment St. Mary's Cemetery, Saddle Brook. Visiting Sunday 2-4 and 7-9 PM. Visit kamienskifuneralhomes.com. Published in The Record/Herald News on Feb. 22, 2014 Top Anna Korpics Anna Korpics (née Doncsecz), 80, of Mullica Hill, New Jersey, passed away on Feb. 8, 2014, at home. She was the beloved wife of Stephen Korpics for 59 years. A daughter of the late Frank and Anna (Gaspar) Doncsecz, Anna was born in Rábatótfalu (Slovenska ves/Windischdorf), Hungary, and came to the US in 1958 after living in London, England for 1 1/2 years. She worked at Regina Corporation for 20 years. Survivors: husband, Stephen; son, Frank (Diane) of Hamilton Twp.; grandchildren, Matthew and Lauren; siblings, Joseph Doncsecz of Lehighton, PA, Margaret and Eddie Doncsecz of Hungary. Anna was also predeceased by a son, Stephen Korpics, and a brother, Frank Doncsecz. Relatives and friends are invited to her viewing Wed., Feb. 12 from 10:30 - 11:45 AM at Holy Name of Jesus Church, 17 Earlington Ave., Mullica Hill, where Mass will be celebrated at 12 Noon. Interment St. Joseph's Cemetery, Swedesboro. Thoughts and prayers may be extended to the family at www.FERTIGFUNERALHOME.com Published in South Jersey Times on Feb. 11, 2014 Top Gizella Szendrey Gizella Szendrey (née Jurasits), 83, of Valley Stream, New York, passed away Friday, January 17, 2014. She was born in Szentpéterfa (Petrovo Selo/Prostrum), Hungary. She is survived by her son William Szendrey and his wife Susan; her daughter Patricia Szendrey; her son James Szendrey; her five grandchildren, Will, Katy, Kristen, Robert and Michael; her former daughter-in-law Joan; her two sisters Martha Hunter and Betty Yurasits. Visitation: Thursday, January 23, 2014, 2-4 & 7-9 pm at Edward F. Lieber Funeral Home, 266 N. Central Avenue in Valley Stream New York. (516) 825-2900. Funeral Mass: Friday, January 24, 2014, 9:30 am at Saint Vincent de Paul Church, 1500 Depaul Street in Elmont, New York. (516) 352-2127. Interment: Friday, January 24, 2014 in Long Island National Cemetery, 2040 Wellwood Avenue in Farmingdale, New York. (631) 454-4949 Top Justine Schwartz Justine Schwartz, 95, of Whitehall, Pennsylvania, passed away peacefully at Lehigh Valley Hospital on January 17, 2014. Born in Kleinpetersdorf, Austria, on January 5, 1919, she was the daughter of Karl and Theresia (Herics) Schubits and youngest sister to Theresa, Mary, and Stella. Justine was predeceased by her husband, Stephen Schwartz. They were married for 64 years at the time of his death in 2003. Justine loved her garden where she continued to grow her vegetables until the age of 92. Always in her kitchen, she baked the best kipfels and served traditional Austrian dishes. She enjoyed crocheting and made blankets for her grandchildren and great-grandchildren. She worked for the family business, Schwartz Heating & Plumbing, Inc., for many years. Justine was a devoted parishioner of St. Elizabeth of Hungary Catholic Church. Survivors: Justine will be lovingly remembered and missed by her son, Phillip, and his wife, Marilyn; granddaughters, Kimberly, wife of James Berkowitz, Melissa, wife of Martin OHara, Jennifer, wife of Christopher Peluso, Elizabeth, wife of Eric Stano; and grandson, Phillip. She loved her 14 great-grandchildren, Jack, Alexa, Alaina, Peyton, Bec, Donovan, Phoebe, Serafina, Gianina, Luca, Viviana, Lucianna, Natalia, and Anthony, and they will miss their great-grammy. Services: Mass of Christian burial will be celebrated at 1 p.m., Wednesday, January 22, 2014, at St. Elizabeth of Hungary Catholic Church, 618 Fullerton Ave., Whitehall. Viewing will be held from 6 until 8 p.m., Tuesday, January 21, at Weber Funeral Home, 1619 Hamilton Street, Allentown, and noon to 1 p.m., Wednesday, before Mass. www.weberfuneralhomes.com. Contributions: In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Carmelite Nuns of Allentown Saint Thereses Valley, 3551 Lanark Road, Coopersburg, PA 18036. Published in Morning Call on Jan. 19, 2014 Top Julius Kroboth Julius Ludwig Kroboth, 98, of Old Tappan, New Jersey, formerly a 53 year resident of Palisades Park, passed away peacefully January 14, 2014 at Sunrise of Old Tappan. Born in Stiles, Pennsylvania to Adolf and Helen (Garay) Kroboth of Güssing (Burgenland), Austria, he spent his youth in Burgenland and returned to US at the age of 21. He was a founding member of Brüderschaft der Burgenländer, an Austrian-American cultural organization formed in New York in 1937. In the early 1940s, he worked in NYC's shipyards and married Helen Feibel in 1942 in the Bronx, NY. He served in WW II South Pacific Theater with US Navy Seabees 92nd Construction Battalion from 1943-1945. After WW II, he worked in the sheet metal industry in NY and NJ until retirement. He lived in Palisades Park, NJ from 1952 to 2005 and was active in local Senior Citizen clubs and the Hasbrouck Heights Elks Club with his wife Helen. He was an avid photographer who travelled widely, was also an expert woodworker, gardener and craftsman. He was especially fond of making stained glass angels which he gave as gifts. Julius also enjoyed playing the mandolin and harmonica. He was a loving father, helpful friend and neighbor to many. He was predeceased by wife Helen in 2009 and eleven siblings in Hungary, Austria and the US. He is survived by his son, Richard Kroboth and his wife Kathy of Washington Township, NJ; his daughter Rev. Janet Kroboth-Weber and her husband Peter of Nanuet, NY, and numerous nieces and nephews around the world. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at St. Andrew's Church, Westwood, NJ on Saturday 10:30 AM. The interment will follow at George Washington Memorial Park, Paramus, NJ at 11:45 AM with military honors. Top Anna Chaban Anna Chaban (née Wagner), 85, of Clifton, New Jersey, passed away on January 12, 2014. Born in Unterbildein, Austria, she came to the US in 1955 and lived in Passaic before moving to Clifton in 1962. A long-time resident of Evergreen Manor in Clifton, Anna worked for Plantronic Seals of Clifton for more than 20 years, retiring in 1993. She was the beloved mother of Michael Chaban and his husband AJ Pietrantone of NYC, and Irene Duncan of Hopatcong; loving Oma of Billy, Mark and Heidi; dear sister of Stefan Wagner of Austria. A Memorial Gathering will be held Thursday, January 16, 2014, 5-7 PM at the Shook Funeral Home, 639 Van Houten Ave., Clifton (www.ShookFH.com). Cremation was private. In lieu of flowers, please consider a contribution to Meals On Wheels Association of America, 413 N. Lee Street, Alexandria, Virginia 22314 (www.mowaa.org) in memory of Anna. Published in The Record/Herald News on Jan. 14, 2014 Top Maria Ehritz Maria Ehritz, 86, formerly of Bethlehem Township, PA, passed away Thursday, January 9, 2014 in Gracedale, surrounded by her loving family. She was the wife of the late Otto Ehritz, who died April 1, 1978. Born February 9, 1927, in Jennersdorf, Austria, she was a daughter of the late August and Theresia (Ludwan) Müller. She and her husband owned and operated the former Otto's Cafe, Wilson Borough, for thirty years. Maria enjoyed spending time with family and friends, her dog and her family's dogs, knitting, traveling, cooking and taking care of her home. She was member of St. Jane Frances de Chantal Catholic Church. Survivors: Two daughters, Eileen C. Sales and her husband David, of Bethlehem Township, PA and Rosemarie A. Thomas and her husband Walter C. III, of Palmer Township. She was predeceased by five brothers and a sister. Services: 10 a.m. Monday from the Strunk Funeral Home, Inc., 2101 Northampton Street, Wilson Borough, followed by a Mass of Christian Burial at 10:30am in St. Jane's Catholic Church, 4049 Hartley Avenue, Palmer Township. Call Monday 9 -10 a.m. in the funeral home. Burial will be in Northampton Memorial Shrine. Offer on-line condolences at www.strunkfh.com. Memorials: May be made to the Center for Animal Health & Welfare, 1165 Island Park Road, Easton, PA 18042. Published in The Express Times from Jan. 9 to Jan. 10, 2014 Top Paul Michtics Reluctantly after a valiant struggle, Paul Michtics, of Hamilton, Ontario, Canada, passed away at Emmanuel House on January 1, 2014 surrounded by his adoring family after his last New Years' Eve party. Paul was born in Kópháza, Hungary on June 22, 1926. He is survived by his loving and devoted wife Ann (nee Soltesz), to whom he was married for 56 years; loyal and loving children Linda (Domenic Pellegrini), Liza (George Zefkic), Paul (Carol) and Peter (Columba); grandchildren Katrina, Victoria, Christina, Danielle, Sydney, Andie, Lucas, Ryan, Kade and Kian; nephew István Szakacs in Sopron, Hungary; brothers- and sisters-in-law Bill and Shirley Soltesz, Jeannette and Murray Mazza and Rosemary and Michael Tratch. Paul enjoyed sharing conversation, laughter and wine with his immediate and extended family together at the cottage and other family celebrations. Visitation will be held at MARKEY DERMODY FUNERAL HOME 1774 King Street East (at Kenilworth) on Friday, January 3, 2014 from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. Prayers at 3:30 p.m. A Funeral Mass will be held at St. Luke's Catholic Church, 200 Mount Albion Road on Saturday, January 4, 2014 at 10 a.m. Interment to follow at Our Lady of the Angels Cemetery. For those who wish, donations in memory of Paul may be made to the Good Shepherd (Emmanuel House) so that they may continue to do their beautiful work. "His numerous visits to the casino never yielded the big windfall, but he won in the lottery of life." Top |
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