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04/06/2026

Carmen Cabrera, 55, of Bethlehem, PA, passed away on March 30, 2026.

Born in Manhattan, New York, she was a daughter of Carmen (Cruz Rojas) Cabrera and the late Jose Cabrera.

Carmen was a graduate of Freedom High School; she was employed as a Notary Public.

In addition to her mother, she is survived by four children, Jose Martinez, Hector Gonzalez, and Kayleann Gonzalez; and nine grandchildren.

Services were held on April 3, 2026, in Bethlehem Memorial Park Cemetery. Pearson Funeral Home, Inc.

Carmen Cabrera, 55, of Bethlehem, PA, passed away on March 30, 2026. Born in Manhattan, New York, she was a daughter of Carmen Cruz Rojas Cabrera and the late Jose Cabrera. Carmen was a graduate of Freedom High School she was employed as a Notary Public. In addition to her

04/05/2026

For all those who celebrate. Pearson Funeral Home, Inc.

04/04/2026

Nancy P. Laubach, 86, of Bethlehem, passed away on March 26, 2026.

Born in Bethlehem, she was a daughter of the late George and Pauline (Hoover) Laubach.

Nancy was employed by the Bethlehem Steel Co. for many years.

She was a member of Blessed Trinity Lutheran church at Rosemont, Bethlehem. Nancy also belonged to the St. Luke's Singers and the Chansonette Theatre Group.

Surviving are her sister, Judy Kodnovich; two nieces,Deborah and Cindy Kodnovich; and two cousins,Dianne Yarsevich and Terri Laubach.

Services will be private at the convenience of the family, with burial in Bethlehem Memorial Park.
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Nancy P. Laubach, 86, of Bethlehem, passed away on March 26, 2026. Born in Bethlehem, she was a daughter of the late George and Pauline Hoover Laubach. Nancy was employed by the Bethlehem Steel Co. for many years. She was a member of Blessed Trinity Lutheran church at Rosemont, Bethlehem.

03/31/2026

Theodore Terry was born to Lewis and Marion Terry, Philadelphia, in September, 1926. He graduated from Germantown High in 1944 and started college the next week. His education was interrupted by service in the U.S. Navy, Nov. 1944 - Aug. 1946. He came to Lehigh University to do graduate work in 1950 and stayed to teach for 43 years. He was a member of American Society of Mechanical Engineers and was faculty advisor to the student section for 13 years. He worked with the Center for Marine Studies and the Marine Geotechnical Laboratory. He participated in research studies to the Atlantic and Pacific Oceans and Gulf of Mexico, including dives in the Alvin and Deep Quest submarines.

He married Betty Lou Straughn in 1954. Surviving are three children, Bonnie, Jonathan (Lynn) and Peter (Margaret); grandchildren, Daniel (Megan), Kristen (Bryce) and Rachel (Tim); great-grandchildren, Sophia, William, Jane and Adam as well as nieces, nephews, and their families. He is predeceased by his sisters, Louise, Marguerite, Jean and brother David. Ted and Betty were members of the former St. Matthews Lutheran Church where he served on church council for many years and taught Sunday School. He loved taking pictures, running, and riding his bike. He was a part of BIKE of Bethlehem and the Lehigh Wheelmen for many years. He volunteered at Habitat for Humanity & Meals on Wheels.

He passed on March 28, 2026 at home. Services will be held at Pearson Funeral Home on April 6, 2026, calling hours at 10 am, followed by service at 11. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Habitat for Humanity or Meal of Wheels. Pearson Funeral Home, Inc.

Theodore Terry was born to Lewis and Marion Terry, Philadelphia, in September, 1926. He graduated from Germantown High in 1944 and started college the next week. His education was interrupted by service in the U.S. Navy, Nov. 1944 - Aug. 1946. He came to Lehigh University to do graduate work

03/29/2026

Today is National Vietnam War Veterans Day. On this day, March 29th, we honor the men and women who served and sacrificed during the longest conflict in United States history. Pearson Funeral Home, Inc.

03/29/2026

Clayton “Clay" Waltermire, 88, of Williams Township, died peacefully, Tuesday, March 24th, 2026, in Bethlehem PA. Clay and his wife met at Monmouth College and celebrated 65 years of marriage before his passing.

Born November 4, 1937, on a small farm near Heilwood, PA. , he was a son of the late Milton George Waltermire and Kathryn Mae Nicewonger Waltermire.He was predeceased by sister, Evelyn; brothers William and Carl. He is survived by a brother Thomas of Ohio.

Clay was a graduate of Clymer High School, Class of 1955. Clay is survived by his wife Suzanne Alice Voegeli Waltermire, and two children, Marilyn of Virginia and Robert and his wife Nancy of New Jersey and a grandson James.

Clay worked as a draftsman at JCP&L in Asbury Park, NJ and earned his Bachelor's degree in Physics from Monmouth College in 1960. Received a Masters in Physics from Bucknell University in 1965. Worked towards a PHD at Lehigh University, but did not complete his thesis.

Clay worked for 35 years in the microwave tube field for military applications in radar and communications. Employment included Bendix, Sylvania, Litton, International Telephone & Telegraph, and Varian. He designed the first traveling wave tube with the patented 2 second cathode for the SAM_D missile, now known as the Patriot missile. Clay was respected by peers, competitors system manufactures, and military commands.

He was a life long gardener for more than 70 years, his small gardens supplied veggies to more than 4 families. His passion for hunting and fishing was known by all who knew him. He and his son made many hunting trips to western US, Canada, and Alaska.

A funeral will be private for family only. Arrangements by Pearson Funeral Home, Bethlehem Pa. Interment will be in Bethlehem Memorial Park.

Memorial donations may be made to Penns Manor HS Foundation, Waltermire Scholarship, 6001 Route 553, Clymer PA 15728 Pearson Funeral Home, Inc.

Clayton Clay Waltermire, 88, of Williams Township, died peacefully, Tuesday, March 24th, 2026, in Bethlehem PA. Clay and his wife met at Monmouth College and celebrated 65 years of marriage before his passing. Born November 4, 1937, on a small farm near Heilwood, PA. , he was a son of

03/28/2026

On a sunny Spring day in Bethlehem, Mona Lisa Berbano Miller finished her work on Earth and was called home to be with the Lord. Born November 5,1939, in Aparri, Cagayan, the Philippines, she was the daughter of Mariano and Susana Berbano. Mona Lisa was the class valedictorian of Cagayan Valley Institute in 1955. She then received her Bachelor's in Hygiene from The University of the Philippines in 1961.

In 1963 she traveled to the US with a suitcase and $200. Mona Lisa had been accepted to Harvard. But she choose Penn State because they gave her a full scholarship. And her sister Farida was a nurse in Philadelphia. After graduating with her Master's in Nutrition in 1965, she married Ralph M.L.Miller. They were married in the chapel on campus and had their reception at the Nittany Lion Inn.

Ralph and Mona Lisa raised Susan and Mark on 50 acres of fields and woods in rural York County. When Ralph started his own business, Mona Lisa enrolled in classes with H&R Block so she could do his taxes. This lead to her second career of working for H&R Block for 30 years.

Mona Lisa served as treasurer of Shrewsbury Baptism Church for many years. She also volunteered during VBS and traveled on a mission trip to Trinidad.

Mona Lisa was always supportive of her children and grandsons. She enjoyed watching their sporting events. She and Ralph were world travelers. She enjoyed going on cruises with her sister Lita and her many Filipino cousins.

Mona Lisa is survived by her sister Warlita Reyes and husband Ernesto Reyes; daughter Susan Herbert; son Mark Miller and wife Tasha; grandsons J. Aiden Miller, Brian Herbert, Chase Miller and Zachary Herbert.

There will be a viewing from 3:00 - 5:00 PM on Sunday, March 29, in the Pearson Funeral Home, 1901 Linden Street, Bethlehem, PA 18017. Another viewing on Monday, March 30, will take place from 10:00 - 11:00 AM, followed by the Memorial Service, all at Pearson Funeral Home. On Tuesday, March 31, viewing will be 11:00 - 12:00 PM, followed by a Memorial Service at 12:00 PM both in Glenview Alliance Church, 10037 Susquehanna Trail S. Glen Rock, PA 17327. Burial will complete the services in Stony Brook Cemetery, 3515 Stoneridge Road, York, PA. Pearson Funeral Home, Inc.

On a sunny Spring day in Bethlehem, Mona Lisa Berbano Miller finished her work on Earth and was called home to be with the Lord. Born November 5,1939, in Aparri, Cagayan, the Philippines, she was the daughter of Mariano and Susana Berbano. Mona Lisa was the class valedictorian of Cagayan

03/27/2026

Just a little something to think about today from Ben Franklin...."Great beauty, great strength, and great riches are really and truly of no great use; a right heart exceeds all." Pearson Funeral Home, Inc.

03/25/2026

Good News! You may be seeing more Monarch butterflies this spring and fall. The eastern migratory monarch butterfly population has increased by 64% in their Mexican overwintering sites for the 2025-2026 season, according to reports from World Wildlife Fund

It is the second consecutive year of increase for these magnificent pollinators and is attributed to a successful breeding season and better weather conditions.

They'll migrate the 3000 miles to Pennsylvania in the spring to breed and lay eggs on milkweed, the only plant their caterpillars eat, using it as a critical stopover to fuel the next generations.

03/24/2026

Linda Polgar, 80, passed away peacefully at home on March 19, 2026, surrounded by the love of her family.

Linda was a devoted mother, grandmother, sister, and friend whose life was rooted in faith, kindness, and unwavering love for others. She was preceded in death by her beloved husband, James Polgar, with whom she shared a lifetime of memories.

She is survived by her loving children, Dena Inzone and her husband Joe Inzone, and Donald Polgar and his wife Amy Polgar. Linda was a proud grandmother to Danae Snover and her husband Anthony Snover, Dana Dreas and her husband Justin Dreas, and Sophia Polgar. She is also survived by her loving siblings, Joanne Moyer, Joseph Marinelli, and Rita Ziegler.

Linda helped raise all of her grandchildren, which she cherished deeply. Her greatest joy in life was her family. She loved cooking and hosting holidays, bringing everyone together with warmth and laughter.

She was especially known for her Christmas cookies—perfectly thin and delicate, melting in your mouth—an annual tradition that will be lovingly remembered by all who were lucky enough to enjoy them.

A woman of deep faith, Linda was dedicated to her church and gave her life to Jesus. She found comfort and joy in listening to gospel music, often driving around listening to her favorite gospel CDs. She prayed for each of her family members every single day.

Linda also treasured her friendships and looked forward to weekly dinners out, where she shared laughter and companionship.

During the summer months, she enjoyed days in Bethlehem at Musikfest and listening to music at ArtsQuest, embracing the simple joys of life.

Throughout her life, Linda was known for her generosity and compassion. She had a heart for helping others—whether family, friends, or strangers—and was the person you could call at any time. She would always listen without judgment or drop everything to lend a helping hand.

Linda’s legacy is one of love, faith, and selflessness. She will be deeply missed by all who knew her, but her warmth, kindness, and spirit will live on in the hearts of those she touched.

In accordance with Linda's wishes, there will be no services. Pearson Funeral Home, Inc.

Linda Polgar, 80, passed away peacefully at home on March 19, 2026, surrounded by the love of her family. Linda was a devoted mother, grandmother, sister, and friend whose life was rooted in faith, kindness, and unwavering love for others. She was preceded in death by her beloved husband, James

03/23/2026

Today is National Puppy Day and we fondly remember ours…. Fred, the best pup. We miss him but are grateful for the good times and warm moments with him. Pearson Funeral Home, Inc.

03/19/2026

It's here! It's here! Tomorrow at 10:46am Spring officially arrives in the Northern Hemisphere. Give yourselves a pat on the back for surviving the colder-than-normal temperatures in the Northeast! Warmer weather, planning and planting gardens, and more time outdoors….yes, please. Pearson Funeral Home, Inc.