Photo courtesy of Reichel Funeral Home - Northampton
Jan 8, 1941 - Jan 2, 2026
We are so sorry to hear of your loss! Pat was a wonderful lady and will be missed! Our thoughts and prayers are with the family during this difficult time. We offer our condolences and deepest sympathy.
Danny and Yvonn Bachert
January 27, 2026 | Lehigh Township, PA | Family
Expressing our deepest sympathies to Jerry, family , and friends on the passing of Pat. She may be absent from your sight but she will always be present in the heart. Sincerely, Marge & Ron Graver.
Marge Graver
January 24, 2026 | 75 Pine Drive, PA | Friend
After Pat retired she would come down to the salon every now and then to visit with Patty and chit chat with whoever was there. She was always surprised to see me and always had kind words to say. She was my hairdresser for several years so it was always nice to see her and catch up. She loved her church and she loved Jesus. She is now free from all her ailments, singing and dancing with all her loved ones in heaven.
Jane Becker
January 09, 2026 | Northampton, PA | Friend
Jerry and Family, so very sorry to learn of Pat's passing. May all of your beautiful memories give you some comfort and peace.
Patty, I worked with your Mom at Westgate years ago and knew you as well from there. I enjoyed lots of laughter with her. Happy to know you two had a salon together and you got to spend that treasured time with your Mom.
A hug from me to you, and sincere sympathy as well.
Val Grabarits Ervin
January 08, 2026 | Northampton, PA
I have known Pat for about forty years or more and I always remember going out for lunch together at Millers Diner in Northampton. She was a wonderful person and will be missed.
Shirley Masaitis
January 08, 2026 | Estero, FL | Friend
“Bright eyes”.such a beautiful lady with a never ending smile! Today you are dancing in Paradise! May your loved ones hold on to that promise.
Karen and Dale Schleicher
January 07, 2026 | Slatington, PA | Friend
Pat loved her Lord and raised her hands high in worship. I will miss her wonderful smile and friendship.
Sandy Jenkins
January 07, 2026 | Walnutport, PA | Friend
Beautiful Lady inside and out. Always smiling and so willing to serve others as needed. She will be greatly missed. Our love and prayers, Charlie & Jan Lazarchak
Jan Lazarchak
January 07, 2026 | Walnutport, PA | Friend
So sorry to hear about your mom Jerry. Never easy to lose your mom! Please accept our deepest condolences
Sue and Dave Yoch
January 06, 2026 | Friend
Patricia M. Van Luvanee, 84, of Lehigh Township, passed away on Friday, January 2, 2026, at Lehigh Valley Hospital-Muhlenberg, surrounded by her loving family. Patricia and her husband, Jerry R. Van Luvanee Sr., celebrated 66 years of marriage on Sept. 7th. Born January 8, 1941, in Cherryville, she was a daughter of the late Earl J. and Viola K. (Harwick) Kates. Patricia was co-owner of a hair salon with her daughter and worked there as a beautician. She was an active member of Faith Alive Church in Palmerton, where she regularly participated in church events. Patricia loved music and dancing, and her family was her greatest joy—she cherished every moment spent together. She also enjoyed taking many camping trips with her husband, Jerry.
In addition to her husband, Patricia is survived by her son, Jerry R. Jr. and his wife, Pamela; daughter, Patty Brosky and her husband, Hank; grandchildren, Jerry Van Luvanee and his wife and family; Jason Van Luvanee and his wife Michelle and family; Lauren (Brosky) Riggleman and her husband Rich; Hailie Brosky and her fiancé Daniel John; brother, Clarence (Butch) Kates; and many nieces and nephews. She was predeceased by her brothers, Bill, Richard, Larry, Raymond, Earl (Sonny), Alan, and sisters, Viola Bachert and Ann Guth.
Services will be held on Saturday, January 24, 2026, at Faith Alive Church, 678 Pine Street, Palmerton, PA 18071. Visitation will start at 10:30 a.m. with service to follow at 11:30 a.m.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be presented to St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital or ASPCA in Patricia’s memory. Online condolences may be offered below.
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