Photo courtesy of Reichel Funeral Home - Northampton
Mar 16, 1943 - Oct 22, 2025
Don was a wonderful , caring man , I enjoyed spending time with him and I will miss him . Don , you and your family are in my prayers .
mark flisak
November 02, 2025 | Northampton, PA | Friend
So sorry to hear of the passing of Don.We lived in the house attached to his for 28 years.He was the best neighbor ever.Always helping us out.He was such a wonderful person.
As soon as we moved in he told us he graduated with my husbands sister.Small world.It was a blessing to be his neighbor.
Our hearts go out to his family.We had the pleasure of meeting his children and grandkids.We loved him.
John&Marcie Szilezy
October 31, 2025 | Now Northampton, PA | Neighbor
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
You are in our thoughts and prayers.
Frank Jandris
October 30, 2025 | Northampton, PA | Friend
Cheryl, Donna, Greg and Aunt Kathy. Thinking of all of you and we wish we could be there. Our thoughts and prayers are with you. Glad I had the opportunity to see uncle Donnie a few times over the last so many years. He was my favorite...no doubt...loved watching him play in the band. He was very talented and humble amd great person!!...love you all ... Mark and Lisa Stringer and Family.
Mark Stringer
October 29, 2025 | Orondo, WA | Family
So sad that he’s gone but so glad he was here.
Mike Makosky
October 29, 2025 | Orefield, PA | Family
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow. My deepest sympathies to Cheryl and Dave, Jake and the rest of the family. When I met Donny, and found out that he had played in a band with my friend Jimmy, and was playing in The Chasband, We enjoyed going to listen to him play his sax and sing! He will be missed! God Bless!
Linda Suranofsky
October 29, 2025 | Northampton, PA | Friend
Yes, Don loved his music and enjoyed playing in the bands. At Whitehall H. S. we put together his first band called Donny and the DJ's. I will miss a Good friend. May you Rest in Peace
James Chuss
October 29, 2025 | Northampton, PA | Family
Thinking of the family during this time and sending comforting thoughts. The remembrance of Uncle Donny is filled with such good memories; a person with such a kind and happy spirit.
Beth & Mike Stringer-Meledandri
October 29, 2025 | Tacoma, WA | Family
Sorry to read of the passing of Don.
Would follow The Chas band always
enjoyed Don’s fabulous singing voice.
Sending my sincere condolences to his
family.
Michele Seddon
October 28, 2025 | Bethlehem, PA | Friend
Donald J. Molchany, 82, of Whitehall, passed away peacefully surrounded by family on Wednesday, October 22, 2025, at Lehigh Valley Hospital–Cedar Crest. Born on March 16, 1943, in Northampton, he was the son of the late Jacob and Anna (Gresser) Molchany. A proud graduate of Whitehall High School, Donald went on to become the proprietor and barber of Crusader Barber Salon, where he served his community with skill and good humor for many years. Music was a lifelong passion for Donald. An accomplished saxophone player and singer, he performed in numerous bands throughout the Lehigh Valley for more than six decades. Most notably, he was a cherished member of The Chasband for over 40 years. Known affectionately as “Pop”, Donald was a devoted son, brother, father, grandfather, great-grandfather, and friend. He found his greatest joy in spending time with his family and never missed an opportunity to cheer on his children, grandchildren and great-grandchildren at their sporting events. A man of faith, Donald was a member of St. John the Baptist Ukrainian Catholic Church in Northampton.
He is survived by his daughters, Cheryl Reph and husband David, and Donna Williams and companion Brian Conrad; his son, Greg Molchany and wife Meredith; grandchildren, Alicia, Sheena, Eric, Jenna, Joshua, Brody, and Emma; great-grandchildren, Kylie, Brielle, Riley, Brynn, Blake, and Peyton; and his brother, Jacob Molchany.
Services: Family and friends are invited to call on Thursday, October 30, from 9:30 to 11:00 a.m. at Reichel Funeral Home, 326 E. 21st St., Northampton. Funeral services will follow at 11:00 a.m. in the funeral home. Interment will be in St. John the Baptist Ukrainian Catholic Cemetery, Northampton. Online condolences may be offered below.
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