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Ellen Rohr
June 15, 2020
Oh, Buffy, I'm sending love love love to you and your wonderful family. Your friendship has been a treasured one, though it's been a long time since we've seen each other. We have such fun memories!! Missing you...and I hope to see you soon. Let's meet at the shore. Love to you and Honey and all the kids. Your family is one of the all time greats!! xoxo
Fred Masenheimer
June 12, 2020
Howard was a dear friend. When we first moved to Palmerton he was the person who introduced himself to me and asked me to play tennis with his at Memorial Park. Had it not been for that invitation I may not have ever payed much tennis again. But instead it became my favorite pastime and over the years we enjoyed many matches together as we were both member of a Tuesday night tennis group playing both indoor and outdoors at West End Racquet Club.
Since we were neighbors in Palmerton our kids grew up together and played together until we moved to Allentown in 1975. Howard was also responsible for getting me involved in scouting and at his urging I agreed to serve a few years as cubmaster of the pack at Holy Trinity Lutheran Church.
Howard also got me involved in cross country skiing. But in typical Howard fashion when he asked me to go I did not have any equipment so he loaned me his cross county skis and he strapped on a pair of old and heavy downhill skis and off we went from the high school all over the area north of the school and over to the county club cross country skiing. I had the better skis for what we were doing but I had a hard time even keeping up with Howard. Only later did learn I that Howard was a member of an elite ski patrol in the US Army during World War II. I could name many other interactions with Howard that changed my life for the better.
However my fondest remembrance was receiving one Howard's famous hand written letters that I take out of my desk every now and then and re-read to remember this remarkable son of Palmerton who meant so much to Honey, his family, his friends and the community of Palmerton. He touched a lot of lives and always in a positive way.
Deb Craig
August 4, 2015
Great man, helped a lot at St John's and a wonderful Mason.
Chaplain Dianne Kareha, Luther Crest
June 30, 2015
Dear Honey, please know that you and your family are in our thoughts and prayers in a special way during this time following Howard's death. May God give you comfort, peace, and strength.
Debbie (Long) Gardiner
June 24, 2015
Condolences to the Cyr family on the loss of husband, father and grandfather. I have fond memories growing up on Columbia Avenue and all of the kids on the block playing
Your family are in my prayers at this difficult time
Dave Ronemus
June 23, 2015
There's a few things I would like to mention in addition to the many reminiscences of Dr. Cyr that others have shared as I think back to the day in 1974 when my mother informed me that we would be going to a new dentist in Palmerton. I fondly recall the many hours I spent going through a half-century of old National Geographic magazines in the waiting room and how Dr. Cyr always had time to ask how I was doing and what I was reading about despite having several patients to attend to at the same time. Any time I go to a new dentist, the same comment is inevitably made about how the fillings I have from forty years ago are the work of an artisan, as (much to their chagrin!) the condition remains so rock-solid there's no point in replacement. To the present day, I have not the slightest apprehension about going to the dentist, a testament to Dr. Cyr's gentle demeanor and calm perfectionism. This eventually went beyond trips to the dentist as my father and Dr. Cyr grew to be close friends and he was a frequent presence at family gatherings and events. As I reflect on some of the major decisions I've made in my life I remember that Dr. Cyr, as always, was genuinely interested in how I was doing and invariably had some relevant experience to impart which subtly steered me in a good direction. I'm a better man for having had Dr. Cyr in my life.
June 22, 2015
Honey...I was so sorry to hear about Howard's passing. He was a good tennis buddie and always a pleasure to play both with and against. I remember when he quit the group when he turned 60 because he was "too old"....we chipped in and bought him a new racquet to help him out!! Sorry we could not come to the service as we had an out of town baby sitting commitment. I did call Dick Rushmore about Howard and he thought he would try to make it. Sue and Dave Jones
Joe Sander
June 22, 2015
My sincere sympathy to Mrs. Cyr and the entire Cyr family. Dr. Cyr was a wonderful person and a great dentist. He will truly be missed but never forgotten.
Tess
June 22, 2015
My sincerest condolences to Dr Cyr's family. He was my dentist until he retired and he was so caring and so nice.
June 20, 2015
Katie,
Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your today and in all the days that follow. Our family will make a donation to the Autism Society in your father's memory.
Love,
John and Adrienne Stender
June 20, 2015
I had the pleasure of serving with Howard on the Palmerton Area Historical Society Board and of course have known him for years as our family dentist. A few summers ago he found time to lend his expertise on several projects here at the farm and I learned so much from him---not just in his line of work but also facts about Palmerton. May our paths cross again, dear friend.
Bert Holczman
Ashfield, PA
Kent & Sharon Lobien
June 19, 2015
To the Cyr family, we went to Dr Cyr many years right through when Dr Everett got the practice. Both men were kind and soft spoken. I got my first root canal from him in the early days of that field. He will be missed but remembered by many.
June 19, 2015
My condolences to the family. May God's word bring you comfort during this difficult time (Psalm 91:15).
Carolyn Harbourt
June 19, 2015
Honey, I was devastated to hear of Howard's passing. I have so many fond memories of working with Howard as we started the Dental Hygiene program, of grading comprehensive tests on my living room floor; watching your beautiful young children grow up and listening to his hilarious stories of the kid's activities. I know all of you will miss him as well as all of us who had the honor and pleasure of knowing him.
Ellen Rohr
June 18, 2015
Dear Cyr Family,
I'm sorry to hear this sad news. What an amazing man, and incredible family. Sending love love love to all of you. xoxoox Ellen Economou Rohr
Beth (Smelas) Simpson
June 18, 2015
So sorry to hear about his passing. What a great man he was! My prayers are with your entire family.
Bob Stoffa
June 18, 2015
Dr. Cyr is responsible for all the gold and acrylic crowns I have and he saved my teeth. He was a modern day Michelangelo. I enjoyed the conversations we had in his chair while he was performing his artistry. He was a man who did not flaunt his accomplishments. He was humble and always wanted to hear your story and share his---particularly about his children whom he obviously loved dearly. I feel so lucky to have met him because men like Dr. Cyr don't come along very often. He treated everyone with dignity and respect. He was a model citizen for all to mirror. His legacies are many and all good.
PAT YADUSH
June 18, 2015
HOWARD CYR FAMILY, I HAD THE OPPORTUNITY SERVING ON THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS OF YHE LEHIGH GAP HISTORICAL SOCIETY WITH DR CYR. DR.HOWARD CYR WULL BE MISSED BY MANY.
June 18, 2015
so sorry for your loss.may the times together be your confort at this time.he is the salt of the earth.god bless all.
June 18, 2015
We will certainly miss Howard at the Cedar Crest classes. John knows Howard about 40 Years as a dentist and friend. He will truly be missed. Pat & John Ziegler
Rev. George Spieker
June 18, 2015
Cyr Family
My condolences to you on Dr. Cyr's death. He was a fellow scouter whose work with Boy Scouts was always appreciated on the local level as well as the District level.
June 18, 2015
Billy
So sorry to hear about the loss of your father. May your family find strength in being together at this difficult time. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all The Coxes
Mary Haja
June 18, 2015
Honey and family,
So sorry to hear about the death of Dr. Cyr He will be missed by all of us. He was truly a beautiful man and friend.
My sincerest and heart felt sympathy to all of you and I am sure that your many happy memories will get you through this difficult time.
Rest In Peace Dr. Cyr!
June 18, 2015
Howard was one of my alltime favorite persons. Iwas one of his very first patients and continued until he retired. His mother gave me his college briefcase which I used for about 40 years. We played tennis together. I shall miss him and I know all of you will really miss him too. Bless all of you. My condolences. Dave Farber
Helena Wisocky-Gosser
June 18, 2015
I would like to express my deepest sympathy to Honey for the loss of her life partner. He was an exceptional human being and will be greatly missed.
Matthew Searles
June 18, 2015
The Cyr family home was my home-away-from-home as I was growing up in Palmerton. I think I may have spent more time with Howie, Buffy, Billy, Katie, Eddie and Lew on Columbia Avenue than I did at my own home! The welcoming feeling that guests experienced every time they entered the Cyr home (I might add that the door was ALWAYS unlocked, even when they went on a week's vacation to the NJ shore!) was a direct result of the hospitality of Dr. and Mrs. Cyr. Dr. Cyr was a classmate of my mother's at PHS, and he was always eager to share memories of his teenage years in Palmerton, growing up with his friends and, in particular, my mom. I have fond memories of the many discussions about life's little things that I had with Dr. Cyr, whether we were at the Memorial Park Pool, sitting on their front porch on Columbia Avenue or in their 15+ year old Chevy Suburban as we were riding to somewhere remote with a 15' canoe strapped to the roof of the transportation vehicle (I'm not going to refer to it as a car, because cars generally have carpeting and padded seats!). It was clear to me at a very young age that Dr. Cyr was a very intuitive man and I was always appreciative that he was willing to take the time to have conversations with an impressionable teenage friend of his son's. Anyone who got to know Dr. Cyr knew that he was a free-spirit and was immensely dedicated - to his family, his faith, his profession and his community. Indeed, my memories of a wonderful childhood growing up in what often seems to be a different world than that which we live in today include many great lessons, big and small, learned from knowing Dr. and Mrs. Cyr and the entire Cyr family. Sincerely, Matt Searles
Lisa Holczman
June 18, 2015
To The Cyr Family,
I extend my deepest sympathy for the loss of Dr. Cyr. I will always remember him taking us skiing in the Chevy with the prickly seats. He was a good man.
June 17, 2015
So sorry to hear of Dr. Cyr's passing. He was the best dentist I ever had and a great person. My deepest sympathy. Susan Banko Novak
June 17, 2015
Howard was my best friend ever. My family, with 2 brothers Howards age lived next door and as Howard was an only child he spent a lot of time with us. He and my brother Ed were best buddies forever - the only time I saw Howard cry was at my brother's funeral, they were that close. He was a best friend to al my family and I will miss him terribly.
Trina Anderson Ely
nasus cameli
June 17, 2015
Our grief at his departure can be somewhat reduced by knowing that Howard is relieved of his pain and is with old friends and loved ones once again, awaiting reunion with us all in the years and decades ahead.
Always inquisitive, Howard now knows answers to questons we all have and is probably frustrated that he can't share his observations with us all. We all can be inspired by his curiosity,intellect and devotion to his family and friends.
June 17, 2015
Honey & family, please except our sympathy, we will not be able to attend the service due to being out of town, but we will be thinking of you.
Joan and Stephen Agostinelli
June 17, 2015
We are so fortunate and proud to have known Howard Cyr. He never did anything half way. After a life full of major accomplishments and love for family and friends he will meet his Lord with a job well done. We will miss him.
Betsy and Fred Masenheimer
June 17, 2015
Each Christmas We looked forward to Howard's Christmas letter. He managed to tell of all the Cyr's lives with humor of which he had an abundance.
He was a friend to all and his children friends to ours. Honey and Howard were great parents, neighbors and friends. Howard was a good tennis player and his Tuesday night group missed him when he turned in his racket. We will miss Howard and send our sincere condolences to Honey and family.
Trinette Wargo Hernandez
June 17, 2015
I have such fond memories of Dr. Cyr. He always made me feel so at ease at the dentist..not an easy thing to do! He was always so kind to everyone and always made you feel important. The Cyr's are a wonderful family! No doubt he will be missed by so many.
Robin Kelley
June 17, 2015
Dear Mrs. Cyr and Katie,
I am a long time friend of Katie's from publishing. I remember working at a school in Allentown and driving with Katie to your home in Palmerton. Dr. Cyr was a special man with a loving family. I am deeply sorry for your loss. I hope you find comfort in your memories and life you had together.
Fondly,
Robin Kelley
June 17, 2015
Howard was like a brother to me. He was a stabilizing influence and a great friend. My family and I will never forget him.
John Ronemus
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