K.V. Knopp Funeral Home

11/24/2025

Paul M. Chiz, Jr., 72, of Salisbury Township, left this world on Sunday, November 23, 2025 in Complete Care at Lehigh Center of Macungie. He and his wife, Beverly Bitting, were fortunate to have shared more than 40 wonderful years together until her passing just one month ago. In his own words, Paul wanted to acknowledge his love for Beverly by saying, “I have always tried to do the best for both of us and I cannot thank you enough for all your help during my cancer treatments.”

Born in Allentown, he was a son of the late Paul M. Chiz, Sr. and Theresa E. (Hirschbeck) Chiz. Paul was a graduate of Dieruff High School and Kutztown University. He retired recently from Ahart’s Markets where he was the Director of Human Resources. Previously, Paul owned several Dollar Stores and also worked for Laneco Markets as Vice President of Human Resources.

Paul always took great pride and diligence in where he worked, as well as in his home and caring for his yard. His most enjoyable times were found in dinners out and socializing with his beloved friends and family.

Survivors: Step-sons, David and Brian Bitting; granddaughter, Michaela Terril and her husband Taylor; sister; Kathryn Rhodomoyer and her husband Joseph; brothers, David and his companion Karen Loder, Douglas and his wife Lesa; 3 nephews and 1 niece; 1 great-nephew and 2 grand-nieces.

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

Paul M. Chiz, Jr., 72, of Salisbury Township, left this world on Sunday, November 23, 2025 in Complete Care at Lehigh Center of Macungie. He and his wife, Beverly Bitting, were fortunate to have shared more than 40 wonderful years together until her passing just one month ago. In his

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11/13/2025

George W. Lucas, 83, of Allentown, passed away on November 2, 2025 in Valley Manor Nursing Home in Coopersburg.

Born in Allentown, he was a son of the late George Harold and Beatrice Cleora (Roth) Lucas. George was a graduate of Allentown High School and served his country honorably in the U.S. Navy during the Vietnam War in the Seabees Construction Battalion. He worked at Mack Trucks in the sheet metal layout department for more than 30 years until he retired. He enjoyed volunteering at the Camelot House for Children and woodworking. George’s favorite pastime was fishing. He was also an avid Phillies, Eagles and Penn State fan. George will be remembered fondly for always saying, “I did it my way!”

Survivors: Son, Michael Lucas; daughter, Deborah Ofchus; sister, Sallie Baranchok and her husband Harry; 5 grandchildren and 1 great-grandchild.

George will be laid to rest with military honors at 3 PM on Friday, November 21, 2025 in the Indiantown Gap National Cemetery, 60 Indiantown Gap Road, Annville, PA 17003. Arrangements are entrusted to the K.V. Knopp Funeral Home, Allentown.

Those who wish to attend George’s service are asked to arrive at the cemetery prior to 2:30 PM and line your cars up behind the office building at the grouping area. An attendant will lead all cars back to the service area promptly at 3 PM.

George W. Lucas, 83, of Allentown, passed away on November 2, 2025 in Valley Manor Nursing Home in Coopersburg. Born in Allentown, he was a son of the late George Harold and Beatrice Cleora Roth Lucas. George was a graduate of Allentown High School and served his country honorably in

11/10/2025

11/08/2025

Shirley A. Reiss, 88, of Allentown, passed away on Tuesday, November 4, 2025 in her home. She was the wife of the late Dale W. Reiss, who died in 2020.

Born in Allentown, she was a daughter of the late Clifton and Elsie (Manning) Langenbach. Shirley worked as a cashier at Laneco in Allentown for more than 29 years until retiring in 1999. She enjoyed reading the Bible, sewing and baking. Shirley treasured family trips to Disney and the time she spent with her grandkids. She was also an avid Eagles, Penn State and Phillies fan.

Shirley was good to her grandchildren, and her family loved her fiercely. She always gave good advice and tried to make everything positive. Nearly every day she would say, “Each day is a new day!”

Shirley was a strong Christian believer in Christ Jesus and for this we have peace knowing that she will spend all eternity in heaven with Him, as we know what the Bible says about salvation for those who believe in Jesus.

2 Corinthians 5:8 "We are confident, I say, and willing rather to be absent from the body, and to be present with the Lord" ✝️

Survivors: Son, Eric D. Reiss and his wife Bridgitte of Forks Township; brother, Joseph Langenbach of Allentown; 2 grandchildren, Noah and Siannah. Shirley was also preceded in death by a son Kevin W. Reiss, a daughter Monica A. Reiss and 8 siblings – Barry, Clifton Jr., Ken, Edward, Bob, Betty Shires, Bernice Tosh and Dorothy Wolf.

Services and burial at St. Mark’s Cemetery in Allentown will be private at the family’s request. Arrangements are entrusted to the K.V. Knopp Funeral Home, Allentown.

Shirley A. Reiss, 88, of Allentown, passed away on Tuesday, November 4, 2025 in her home. She was the wife of the late Dale W. Reiss, who died in 2020. Born in Allentown, she was a daughter of the late Clifton and Elsie Manning Langenbach. Shirley worked as a cashier

11/08/2025

Bruce Dennis Beahm, 70, of Lower Macungie Township, passed away on Thursday, November 6, 2025 at Lehigh Valley Inpatient Hospice in Allentown. He and his wife, Louise A. (Lutz) Beahm, shared 56 wonderful years together.

Born in Allentown, he was a son of the late Kenneth and Nancy (Rohrbach) Beahm. Bruce was a faithful employee of Binney & Smith (Crayola) for 25 years until he retired. He was a member of the Fairview Fire Company #11 for more than 40 years. Bruce was handy and crafty around the house. He enjoyed gardening, cutting the grass, baking cookies and woodworking. Bruce was also avid coin collector and New York Giants fan. Above all, being with his grandchildren is what brought him the most joy.

Survivors: His loving wife, Louise; daughters, Jena M. Rose and her husband James, Keri L. Beahm and her wife Kelly; sisters, Lois Ann Soloman and Kandy Phillips; 5 grandchildren whom he adored, Justin Rose, Julia Rose, Gabriella Beahm, Brayden Beahm and Fiona Beahm.

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

Bruce Dennis Beahm, 70, of Lower Macungie Township, passed away on Thursday, November 6, 2025 at Lehigh Valley Inpatient Hospice in Allentown. He and his wife, Louise A. Lutz Beahm, shared 56 wonderful years together. Born in Allentown, he was a son of the late Kenneth and Nancy Rohrbach Beahm.

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11/03/2025

Michalene (Mikanowicz) Bartkowiak, 87, of Allentown, passed away on Saturday, November 1, 2025. She was the wife of the late Robert A. Bartkowiak, who died in 2021.

Born in Nanticoke, Luzerne County, she was a daughter of the late Joseph and Lottie (Yash) Mikanowicz. Mickie worked part-time as a radiologic technician for Emmaus Radiologic Associates and then, for thirty years, as the librarian at St. Paul’s Elementary School in Allentown. She was a member of St. Paul’s R.C. Church. For many years, Mickie had served as a volunteer at St. Paul’s Elementary School and Mercy Day School. She enjoyed playing bridge, attending Penn State football, reading and knitting.

She is survived by her two sons, Dave Bartkowiak and his wife Kery and Jim Bartkowiak and his wife Patti; there are six grandchildren, Scott (Shannon), Sean, Nick, Samantha, Mikey and Matt; brothers, Dan, Paul (Carole) and Peter. Mickie was also preceded in death by a sister Carol Chetaitis.

Services: A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 11 AM on Thursday, November 6, 2025 in St. Paul’s R.C. Church, 920 S. 2nd Street, Allentown, 18103. A viewing for relatives and friends will be held from 10 AM until the time of the service in the church. Interment will follow at Resurrection Cemetery, Wescosville. Arrangements are entrusted to the K.V. Knopp Funeral Home, Allentown.

Contributions: In lieu of flowers, may be made to Allentown Central Catholic High School, 301 N. 4th Street, Allentown, PA 18102 or to St. Paul’s R.C. Church.

Michalene Mikanowicz Bartkowiak, 87, of Allentown, passed away on Saturday, November 1, 2025. She was the wife of the late Robert A. Bartkowiak, who died in 2021. Born in Nanticoke, Luzerne County, she was a daughter of the late Joseph and Lottie Yash Mikanowicz. Mickie worked part-time as a radiolo...

10/31/2025

Ardyth Ann King, 87, of Bethlehem, passed away on Thursday, October 30, 2025 in her home.

Born in Allentown, she was a daughter of the late Lynford and Ella (Landis) Eichelberger. Ardyth was a 1956 graduate of Allentown High School. Before raising her family, she worked as a secretary at Western Electric. Later, she worked in the Harry S. Truman Elementary School cafeteria for 15 years and then as a Tax Processor at Berkheimer until retiring in 2018 at the age of 80. Ardyth was a former member of St. Mark’s UCC, where she sang on the choir. She loved to go bowling, roller-skating and ice-skating. Ardyth was also a thrill seeker who was known to ride roller coasters into her 80’s!

Survivors: Children, Karen L. Kucia of Bethlehem, Robin L. Figler and her husband Christopher of Stewartsville, NJ and Gregory S. King of Fountain Hill; brother, Richard Eichelberger of Breinigsville; 4 grandchildren, Nicole Kucia, Alison Wasilkowski (Chad), Samantha Smith (Tyler) and Christopher Figler; 2 great-grandchildren, Raegan and Reid Wasilkowski; many nieces, nephews and their families. Ardyth was also preceded in death by a brother Mearl Eichelberger.

Services: A funeral service will be held at 11 AM on Saturday, November 8, 2025 in the K.V. Knopp Funeral Home, 46 E. Susquehanna Street, Allentown. A viewing for relatives and friends will be held from 10 AM until the time of the service. Interment will follow at St. Mark’s Cemetery, Allentown.

Contributions: In lieu of flowers, may be made to St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital, 501 St. Jude Place, Memphis, TN 38105-1942.

Ardyth Ann King, 87, of Bethlehem, passed away on Thursday, October 30, 2025 in her home. Born in Allentown, she was a daughter of the late Lynford and Ella Landis Eichelberger. Ardyth was a 1956 graduate of Allentown High School. Before raising her family, she worked as a secretary at

10/31/2025

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