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01/26/2026

01/24/2026

Robert C. “Gus” Hoffert, 79, of Salisbury Township, passed away on Friday, January 23, 2026 in St. Luke’s Hospital, Fountain Hill. He was the husband of the late Cheryl L. (Miller) Hoffert, who died in 2018.

Born in Allentown, he was a son of the Elwood P. Hoffert, Sr. and Florence (Morris) Hoffert. Gus was a graduate of Dieruff High School and served his country honorably in the U.S. Army during the Vietnam War. He worked as an auto body painter for many years at various local dealers, including Boody Chevrolet and Knopf Pontiac. In his retirement, Gus’s love of baseball led him to work as an usher at the Iron Pigs Stadium. He also enjoyed making model cars and solving crosswords. Most of all, Gus found joy in playing catch with his great-grandchildren.

Survivors: Daughter, Kimberly S. Hoffert of Salisbury Township; sisters, Louella Hoffert of Allentown and Gloria DeLong of Allentown; granddaughter, Alyssa Missmer-Thompson and her husband Casey Thompson of Schuylkill County; great-grandchildren, Kinsley Thompson and Rhys Thompson; sisters-in-law, Pamela L. Wert of Allentown and Karen A. Lore of Macungie. Gus was also preceded in death by a brother Elwood P. Hoffert, Jr. and a great-grandson Creed Thompson.

Services: A Celebration of Life will be announced at a later date. Arrangements are entrusted to the K.V. Knopp Funeral Home, Allentown.

Contributions: In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in Gus’s memory to the Boys & Girls Club of Allentown, 720 N. Sixth Street, Allentown, PA 18102.

Robert C. Gus Hoffert, 79, of Salisbury Township, passed away on Friday, January 23, 2026 in St. Lukes Hospital, Fountain Hill. He was the husband of the late Cheryl L. Miller Hoffert, who died in 2018. Born in Allentown, he was a son of the Elwood P. Hoffert, Sr. and

01/23/2026

Alice E. Luetzel, 98, of Allentown and formerly of Wescosville, passed away on Thursday, January 22, 2026, at Phoebe Home. She was the wife of the late William G. Luetzel who passed away in 2014.

Born in Schenectady, New York, she was the daughter of the late Nicolas and Vincenza “Jane” (Cerniglia) Alberti of Sicily, Italy. Alice was a musical prodigy, with a beautiful operatic voice & ability to play any instrument; piano was her forte and performed in concerts attended by thousands of people. Her mother and sister, Connie, would sew her beautiful gowns in which to perform.

Alice graduated from Nott Terrace High School in Schenectady, then received a Bachelor of Arts in Music from Bob Jones University in Greenville, S.C. After completing her B.A., she attended Columbia University & performed at Rockefeller Center for radio shows. Alice then attended N.Y. State Teachers College & completed her student teaching at East Greenbush Junior High School, N.Y. She accepted a position for Director of Music for the General Electric Chorus, and that’s where she met her husband. After marriage, they relocated to Pittsburgh, PA & then Wescosville, PA, welcoming their children to complete their family.

The Luetzel’s became dedicated members of St. Margaret’s Episcopal Church in Emmaus, and she accepted the position of church organist and choir director for 35 years. Alice also enjoyed playing piano for VBS at Faith Church, composing music for friends and teaching private piano lessons for over 40 years. She was an active member of the American Guild of Organists for several decades.

Music was her passion, and she played proudly, but also was able to balance being a wife, mother, and provider for her family. She was an amazing cook, successfully mastering Julia Child recipes, but her lasagna was the creme de la creme. She will be sincerely missed but is now conducting the choir of beloved family members who preceded her into the kingdom of heaven.

Survivors: Son, William A. Luetzel of Allentown; Daughter, Susan K. Escobedo and her husband Michael Feigh of Georgia; Grandchildren, Katherine Rose Escobedo-Jany, Kayla Alice Escobedo, Ethan Feigh and Shane Feigh; Great-grandchildren, Isabella, Aiden & Adalyn Jany, and Aurora Escobedo; Sister, Beatrice Hoyt of Schenectady, New York. Alice was also preceded in death by a brother Salvatore Alberti and sisters Adele Falvo, Josephine Howenstein and Concetta “Connie” Pisano.

Services: A funeral service will be held at 11 AM on Friday, January 30, 2026, in the K.V. Knopp Funeral Home, 46 E. Susquehanna Street, Allentown. A visitation for relatives and friends will be held from 10 AM until the time of the service. Interment will follow at Fairview Cemetery, Allentown.

Contributions: In lieu of flowers, please consider planting a tree in Alice’s memory. If you wish, you can follow the link on this page next to her obituary.

Alice E. Luetzel, 98, of Allentown and formerly of Wescosville, passed away on Thursday, January 22, 2026, at Phoebe Home. She was the wife of the late William G. Luetzel who passed away in 2014. Born in Schenectady, New York, she was the daughter of the late Nicolas and Vincenza

01/23/2026

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01/20/2026

Jennifer L. Kohaut, 62, of Bethlehem, passed away on Monday, January, 19, 2026 after a long illness at Bethlehem South Nursing & Rehab.

Born in Orange, New Jersey, she was a daughter of the late Christopher and Laura (Cox) Trifiolis. Jennifer attended West Orange High School. She excelled as a Project Manager at Dunn & Bradstreet for more than 20 years.

If one word could be used to describe Jennifer Kohaut, it would be kind.

Jennifer was a woman whose presence made people feel seen, welcomed, and valued. She had a rare ability to light up a room - not by demanding attention, but by simply being herself. Her smile, her warmth, and her personality made others feel at ease, included, and understood.

She was generous beyond measure, always willing to give the shirt off her back to anyone in need - friend, family member, or stranger alike. Jennifer was funny, spontaneous, driven, and deeply compassionate. She believed in people, often before they believed in themselves, and she loved fiercely and without hesitation.

Jennifer was a fighter. She would fight for the people she loved, stand up for them, and support them with unwavering loyalty. She had a heart that led with love and a spirit that lifted others higher.

Jennifer Kohaut was an amazing human being. She will be deeply missed and forever remembered by her sons, Christopher T. Kohaut and Nicholas J. Kohaut of Laurys Station; brother, Brian Trifiolis and his wife Linda of Cape May, New Jersey; sister-in-law, LouAnn Trifiolis of Whippany, New Jersey; ex-husband and friend, Thomas C. Kohaut; beloved “grand” dog, Bindi. Jennifer was also preceded in death by a brother, Michael Trifiolis.

A memorial gathering for Jennifer will be announced at a later date. Arrangements are entrusted to the K.V. Knopp Funeral Home of Allentown.

In memory of Jennifer, please consider a donation towards funeral expenses. Please visit online at: https://gofund.me/ee5c46cf9

“The good and the bad, and everything in between - I pray that we keep it with us and remember her for as long as we live.”

Jennifer L. Kohaut, 62, of Bethlehem, passed away on Monday, January, 19, 2026 after a long illness at Bethlehem South Nursing Rehab. Born in Orange, New Jersey, she was a daughter of the late Christopher and Laura Cox Trifiolis. Jennifer attended West Orange High School. She excelled as a Project

01/18/2026

Brian W. Bower, 57, of Allentown, passed away suddenly on Thursday, January 15, 2026 in his home. He was the companion of the late Kimlee A. “Kim” Derr, who died in 2024.

Born in Allentown, he was a son of the late Walter and Mary Mae (Schaffer) Bower. Brian attended Salisbury High School. He enjoyed his employment at D&S Beverages in Allentown for the last 10 years. Previously, he and Kim worked together at R&S Hoffman Construction in Allentown. Brian was a simple man who appreciated time spent with his family. He also found great joy in fishing and hunting through the years.

Survivors: Step-son, Jason S. Moyer and his wife Ashleigh Anderson of Bethlehem; nephew, Nicholas Koon; 3 grandchildren, Atlas Anderson, Ayden Moyer and Heaven Moyer. Brian was also preceded in death by a brother, Terry Koon.

Services will be private at the family’s request. Arrangements are entrusted to the K.V. Knopp Funeral Home in Allentown, Pennsylvania.

Brian W. Bower, 57, of Allentown, passed away suddenly on Thursday, January 15, 2026 in his home. He was the companion of the late Kimlee A. Kim Derr, who died in 2024. Born in Allentown, he was a son of the late Walter and Mary Mae Schaffer Bower. Brian attended

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01/05/2026

Eric Fredrick McPherson, 58, of New York City, passed away suddenly on Thursday, January 1, 2026 at St. Luke’s Hospital – Sacred Heart Campus in Allentown, Pennsylvania.

Born in Akron, Ohio, he was a son of Joan B. (Cleary) McPherson of East Lansing, Michigan and Lee Paulson. Eric was a salesman in the Advertising Industry for many years.

Survivors: His mother and father; brother, Michael McPherson and his wife Alisha of Lansing, Michigan; aunt, Sandra Auge and her husband Larry of Lansing, Michigan; loving nieces and nephews; beloved extended family members and dear friends. Eric was also preceded in death by his sister, Michelle Bacon.

Services will be private at the family’s request. Arrangements are entrusted to the K.V. Knopp Funeral Home in Allentown, Pennsylvania.

Eric Fredrick McPherson, 58, of New York City, passed away suddenly on Thursday, January 1, 2026 at St. Lukes Hospital Sacred Heart Campus in Allentown, Pennsylvania. Born in Akron, Ohio, he was a son of Joan B. Cleary McPherson of East Lansing, Michigan and Lee Paulson. Eric was a salesman