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Dec 18, 1945 - Dec 15, 2025
Maw was always happiest with her grandchildren and them with her. Rest now beautiful soul. Love, Shannon
December 23, 2025
I worked with Barbara in the toddler’s room at COTM 30 years ago when I was just a kid myself. She was and continues to be such a shining example of God’s love in my life, instructing with ceaseless grace and proving you don’t have to be the loudest in the room to make an impact. And oh, the laughter! So grateful to know she is learning directly from THE greatest teacher now . . . thank you, Barbara, see you soon ❤
erin posten
December 23, 2025 | Allentown, PA | Coworker
I met Barbra and mom Alpha through Ruth. As my friend Ruth left for Bible college Barbra and mom Alpha filled the void. She became a comforter in my life. She supported me as a single mother spending many hours into the late evening with pep talks. She prayed with my girls & I, she glued broken clowns for my daughter, we baked cookies and had many post church breakfast together. A few weeks ago I talked with her on the phone and I couldn’t believe she remembered my maiden name. I know your at...
Anita Riddick
December 21, 2025 | Allentown, PA
I met Barbara through Ruth. Every time I ever saw her she had such a bubbly soul and beautiful personality. Sending prayers to you and your family in your time of need. May you rest in eternal peace. Got Bless
Jennifer Purcell
December 21, 2025 | Las Vegas, NV | Acquaintance
My sympathy for the family and friends rip Barbara
Annie Modesti
December 21, 2025 | Allentown, PA | Friend
When you ask someone to pray for you, most people say they will, but not Barbara. She would hold my hand and pray to our Father in Heaven right there on her driveway! She was a true believer and not afraid to give God praise. She is now in Glory with our Father. I was blessed to have her as a neighbor.
Pat Bair
December 20, 2025 | Bethlehem, PA | Neighbor
December 20, 2025
I would like to extend my condolences to Barb's family who I am sure are very broken hearted at her loss. She will always be with each and every one of you because you carry her in your heart.
Vickie Hiles (Bender)
December 19, 2025 | Germansville, PA | Acquaintance
I only knew Barb and Ed for a short time probably 15 years ago now. Barb was always very kind to me whenever I was at her house and that year she bought me the most beautiful bird teapot for Christmas, which I still have as a reminder of her kindness. I loved spending time at their home and getting to know everyone, everyone was very kind and welcoming.
Vickie Hiles (Bender)
December 19, 2025 | Germansville, PA | Acquaintance
Barbara J. Abraham, 79 of East Allen Township, passed away peacefully on Monday, December 15, 2025 in Pottstown Hospital. Born on December 18, 1945 in Allentown, she was a daughter of the late Raymond and Eleanor (Wismer) Alpha, Sr. Barbara and her husband, Edward celebrated 58 years of marriage together. She was a homemaker most of her life and in addition, worked as an LPN at Allentown Hospital. Barbara was a member of Victory Family Church, Whitehall where she served as a Sunday school teacher for many years.
Survivors: In addition to her husband, Barbara is survived by her daughter, Sherri Koch; sons, Dean, Daniel Abraham; grandchildren, Kayla, Tyler, Mandy, Jay, Amber, Luke; great grandchildren, Kai, Mae; brothers, Edward, Glenn, Robert, Matthew Alpha; a sister, Ruth Alpha and several nieces and nephews.
Services: family and friends may gather on Tuesday, December 23rd from 11:00 a.m. until 12:00 p.m. at the Reichel Funeral Home, 326 E. 21st St., Northampton. Funeral service will follow at 12:00 p.m. in the funeral home. Interment will be private. Online condolences may be offered below.
Memorials: In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to Victory Family Church in loving memory of Barbara.
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