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Donald Mahoney Obituary
Donald J. Mahoney, 85, of Allentown died Monday evening at The Phoebe Home in Allentown. He was the husband of the late Mary (Snopek) Mahoney who preceded him in death this past May. They observed their 60th wedding anniversary last August. Born in Allentown, he was the son of the late James A. and Kathryn (Bolasky) Mahoney. He was a Naval veteran, serving in both World War II and the Korean War. He was the Lehigh County Sealer of Weights and Measures for 20 years until his retirement in 2001. Previously he held positions as the Used Car Manager at the former Hauser Chevrolet in Bethlehem, salesman for the former Berman Leasing Company in Allentown and Branch Manager of the former Brockway Motor Trucks in Bethlehem. He was a member of St. John the Baptist Slovak Catholic Church, Allentown. He was also a life long member of the Knights of Columbus, the Fearless Fire Company in Allentown and The Travelers Protective Association. He also had a life long devotion to the sport of racing pigeons. Survivors: He is survived by sons Michael J. and wife Mary Ann of Greensboro, North Carolina and James E. and wife Anita of Allentown; daughter Mary Jo and husband John Rosenberger of Allentown; five grandchildren; seven great grandchildren; and a sister, Rosemary P. Mahoney of Chambersburg. Services: Calling hours will be 6 to 8 p.m. Thursday and 8:30 to 9:30 a.m. Friday all at Kohut Funeral Home, 950 N Front St Allentown followed by Mass of Christian Burial at 10 a.m. in St. John the Baptist Slovak Catholic Church. Burial to follow in the parish cemetery.
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Gerogette Najarian
August 27, 2010
We were so sorry to hear about your grandfather Joe. Our thoughts are with you and your family
Georgette Najarian
August 27, 2010
We were very sorry to hear about your grandfather Joe. Our thoughts and sympathy are with you and your family.
August 27, 2010
Dear Mary Jo,
You are especially in our prayers at this difficult time. Please call or visit us any time that you need a friend.
Love,
Andrea and Mildred Hajducko
August 27, 2010
Mike and Mary Ann: I'm very sorry to hear about the passing of your Dad. I extend my sincere sympathy for your loss. Lou Mueller, Greencastle, Pa.
Benjamin Hornberger
August 26, 2010
I got to know Mr. Mahoney during a summer job where he was my boss with weights and measures. I received his guidance and mentorship during a very impressionable time in my life. There is no doubt in my mind I am a better man for having known him. I will miss his quick witted observations and his fieriness toward life. My sincere condolences go to the family and friends. I grieve along with you.
Kevin Dotterer
August 26, 2010
Jim, Anita, Dan and Joe, We are sorry to hear of Don's passing. Our hearts and prayers will be with you. Kevin, Brenda, Kyle and Kory
Paul Knecht
August 25, 2010
So sorry to hear of Don Mahoney`s passing away. May the good Lord take a special Like`n to him and his wife Mary, and his entire family. He will be missed by all that knew him. God Bless the Mahoney family. Sincerely, Paul Knecht, & wife Joyce
Bernadette & Al Lane
August 25, 2010
Sincere sympathy to you on the loss of your dad.
You are in our thoughts and prayers as you continue through these difficult days.
May the memories of your mom and dad bring you comfort in the days ahead they were truly wonderful people and we spent many happy hours with them and the Snopek family.
Edward (Rusty) Felegy
August 25, 2010
I enjoyed working with Donald for 20 years at the Lehigh County Utility Garage. He will truly be missed.
Rusty
Wayne & Tammy Kurtz
August 25, 2010
James, Anita & Joe,
We are sorry to learn of the loss of your Father/Grandfather. May your memories of wonderful times bring you confort at this sad time. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your entire family.
With our deepest sympathy,
Wayne & Tammy Kurtz
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