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03/17/2026

Robert J. Pezolano, 72, of Bethlehem, passed away in his residence on March 13, 2026. He was the husband of Donna M. (Bulger) Pezolano.

Born in Maspeth, New York, he was the son of the late Philip and Mildred (Gulina) Pezolano.

Bob was the Eastern Regional Manager for various cemetery corportations before retiring.

Surviving with his wife Donna are a son, Robert and his wife Nicole of Bethlehem; a daughter, Nara of Bethlehem; a sister, Marie Davies of New Jersey; four grandchildren, Robert and John Coddington, Brody and Sadie Gordon. He was predeceased by a daughter Jessica Rae Gordon in 2016, and a brother Philip.

Friends and family are invited to his calling hours from 5:00 – 8:00 PM on Friday, March 20, in the Pearson Funeral Home, 1901 Linden Street, Bethlehem. The funeral service will be private at the convenience of the family. Pearson Funeral Home, Inc.

Robert J. Pezolano, 72, of Bethlehem, passed away in his residence on March 13, 2026. He was the husband of Donna M. Bulger Pezolano. Born in Maspeth, New York, he was the son of the late Philip and Mildred Gulina Pezolano. Bob was the Eastern Regional Manager for various cemetery

03/15/2026

Ever wonder why we hear the phrase, "Beware the Ides of March"? Ides simply refers to the middle of the month. In Roman times it was known as the deadline for settling debts. But, apparently, March 15th didn't bode so well for Julius Caesar and that's why we hear that phrase. On a more positive side, it means less than a week till the official start of Spring. Pearson Funeral Home, Inc.

03/14/2026

William V. Fuenfstueck, 85, of Topton, passed away Wednesday, March 11, 2026, in Lehigh Valley Hospital – Cedar Crest. He was the husband of Cynthia J. (Koppenhaver) Fuenfstueck for 25 years.

Born in Fountain Hill, he was the son of the late William C. and Lillian (Kresge) Fuenfstueck.

A United States Air Force veteran, he was the supervisor of production and maintenance at Kraft Foods for 25 years before retiring. In his spare time William enjoyed hunting, working on cars, and watching sports.

Surviving in addition to his wife Cynthia are two daughters, Cheryl (Mike) Palansky of Allentown, Sandra (Ryan) Raab of Bethlehem; a son, William K. Fuenfstueck of King of Prussia; a sister, Lois Huseman of Coopersburg; and eight grandchildren, Zachary, Alex, Ava, Lola, Leah, Jackson, Lucy, and Ellie.
A graveside service will be held at 11:00 AM on Tuesday, March 17, in Bethlehem Memorial Park. Pearson Funeral Home, Inc.

William V. Fuenfstueck, 85, of Topton, passed away Wednesday, March 11, 2026, in Lehigh Valley Hospital Cedar Crest. He was the husband of Cynthia J. Koppenhaver Fuenfstueck for 25 years. Born in Fountain Hill, he was the son of the late William C. and Lillian Kresge Fuenfstueck. A United States

03/14/2026

Mary-Beth Pizza, 60, of Bethlehem, passed away unexpectedly on Thursday, March 12, 2026.

Born in Fountain Hill, she was the daughter of the late William R. and Eleanor (Eck) Schroettner.

Mary-Beth was employed at St. Bernard’s Beneficial Society for more than 25 years.

An avid Eagle’s fan, she loved fishing and her cats. In her younger years she was a Brownie and a Girl Scout.

Surviving are her brother and sisters, Lisa (James) Panik, Mark Schroettner, and Christina Kramer, all of Bethlehem.

The details for her Memorial gathering will be announced by Pearson Funeral Home at a later date. Pearson Funeral Home, Inc.

Mary-Beth Pizza, 60, of Bethlehem, passed away unexpectedly on Thursday, March 12, 2026. Born in Fountain Hill, she was the daughter of the late William R. and Eleanor Eck Schroettner. Mary-Beth was employed at St. Bernards Beneficial Society for more than 25 years. An avid Eagles fan, she loved fis...

03/13/2026

What are you doing tomorrow? Might be the perfect day for a parade and Bethlehem is hosting one! The Parade of Shamrocks will take place tomorrow at 1:00pm and it always shows off Bethlehem's best! Down Broad Street and then down Main Street, it's always fun to support the bands and organizations that work hard to make our city great!

03/11/2026

Today is National Funeral Director and Mortician Recognition Day. Continuing the legacy of Lester Pearson, it has been an honor to serve you during your most difficult times for 80 years. Pearson Funeral Home, Inc.

03/07/2026

We have good news and we have bad news. The good news is that at 2:00am Sunday morning, while most of us are asleep, Daylight Savings Time starts and it will begin to stay lighter longer outside each day. The bad news is that, for some of us, it will feel like we lost an hour of sleep. And so the conversation goes on......why do we still do this?

03/04/2026

Roberta Florey, 96, passed away peacefully with her son and care giver at her side on October 10, 2025, in Gracedale Nursing Home in Nazareth.

Roberta was born April 7, 1929 in Upper Darby, PA to Robert Florey and Cora (Woodring) Florey. Roberta graduated class of 1947 from Liberty High School and received her RN degree from the Reading School of Nursing, continuing much of her professional career at St. Luke’s Hospital in Bethlehem, PA.

Roberta enjoyed raising her two sons, Jeff and Brett, collecting and refinishing antiques, crafts, baking pastries, and reading.

She is survived by her son Jeff Adair, sisters Althea Lazun and Joyce Hess, and grandchildren Krisie Schoppaul, and Kelsey and Bryce Adair. Her son Brett predeceased her in 2021.

To honor Roberta and her sister Lorraine Lease, 94, who passed away on January 6, 2026, a joint memorial service will be held in the Old Chapel of Central Moravian Church on Friday, March 20, 2026 at 11:00 a.m. Pearson Funeral Home, Inc.

Roberta Florey, 96, passed away peacefully with her son and care giver at her side on October 10, 2025, in Gracedale Nursing Home in Nazareth. Roberta was born April 7, 1929 in Upper Darby, PA to Robert Florey and Cora Woodring Florey. Roberta graduated class of 1947 from Liberty High

03/01/2026

March......we thought you'd never get here so let's reflect on the words of Charles Dickens......."It was one of those March days when the sun shines hot and the wind blows cold: when it is summer in the light, and winter in the shade." — Charles Dickens. Pearson Funeral Home, Inc.

02/27/2026

Calling all Skygazers! This month you'll get to see not just two or three, but six planets in alignment across the night sky. This “planetary parade” consisting of Mercury, Venus, Neptune, Saturn, Uranus, and Jupiter will appear shortly after sunset on February 28, according to NASA. The planets are “visible soon after sunset throughout the month of February, but they’ll be lined up best toward the end of the month.

Weather permitting, only four of these planets will be visible to the naked eye so set up those telescopes and you will be able to spot Uranus and Neptune.

02/27/2026

Today is National Retro Day, a day dedicated to nostalgia, encouraging people to step back in time and celebrate the trends of past. Here's a look back at some of the funeral cars used at the time. One thing that jumps out to us is the colors of the cars. Much different than the traditional dark cars used mostly today. Pearson Funeral Home, Inc.

02/23/2026

On this day in History, February 23, 1945, this iconic photo was taken during the Battle for Iwo Jima. U.S. Marines. Marine photographer Louis Lowery, who was with the U.S. Marines from 3rd Platoon, E Company 2nd Battalion, recorded the event. Americans fighting for control of Suribachi’s slopes cheered the raising of the flag. This iconic photo, seen worldwide, represents the determination, sacrifice, and loyalty of those who serve and have served in our military. Funeral Home, Inc.