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Edward Kromer Obituary
Edward E. Kromer, Jr., age 59, of Bethlehem, passed away Sunday, April 24, 2011 in his home surrounded by loved ones. He was the husband of Cynthia A. (Pongracz) Kromer. They would have been married 11 years this coming August, but have been together for 29 years. Eddie was born on April 4, 1952 in Roswell, New Mexico to Doreen (Goreham) Kromer and the late Edward E. Kromer, Sr. Throughout his life, Eddie was loved and will be greatly missed by his family and many friends. He worked as a maintenance repairman for Allentown State Hospital, retiring after 36+ years before retiring in 2009. He was a member of the Westside Republican and the Grover Cleveland Democratic Clubs. Eddie loved fishing, gardening, all animals and planned on becoming a beekeeper. Survivors: Mother, Doreen Kromer of Lehighton; wife, Cindy of Bethlehem; children, John E. Kromer of Palmerton, Jonice D. Tracy and husband Jamie of Kunkletown, Justin I. FitzRandolph and wife Jennifer of Bethlehem; siblings, Dodie Harleman and husband Mike of Palmerton, Deany Holland and husband Steve of Lehighton, Debbie Strawser and husband Mike of Lehighton, Diana Koma and husband Joe of Palmerton; three grandchildren, Janel, Jackie and James; Beloved pets, Daisy and Rambo. Services: A visitation will be held on Thursday, April 28, 2011 from 9:30-11 a.m. followed by an 11 a.m. Memorial Service at Downing Funeral Home, Inc. 1002 W. Broad St. Bethlehem, PA 18018. www.downingfuneralhome.com. Contributions: In lieu of flowers, contributions can be made in memory of Eddie to First Presbyterian Church in Bethlehem, Zion UCC Church in Lehighton or to a charity of ones choice.
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Cindy Kromer
April 4, 2012
Eddie, you would have been 60 years old today. Oh how I miss making a lobster dinner for you. You'll always be my most favorite guy, my knight in shining armor and "the love of my life." Happy Birthday sweetheart; sending all my love to you on your special day.
Peace always,
Your loving wife
Cynthia Kromer
September 17, 2011
Eddie, I need to talk to you so badly. I want you to know that often I am lost without your advice. I miss you and love you more each day. I finally dreamed about you, but it was a very unpleasant dream. I hope that you are watching over me and can hear my words of love to you. Little James talks about you also, and says. "Pop-pop is with the angels; when will he come back?" We even cried together one day. I also hope that you see his other Pop-pop, Anthony, and go fishing together. My life revolves around the family and some close friends right now; still I am so lonely without you! As your wife, I love you and will be your soulmate forever.
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Cindy Kromer
August 12, 2011
Today would have been our 11th wedding anniversary. I love you more than ever and I will love you more each day forever. Our families and friends miss you also. Life will never be the same without you. You will always be my soulmate.
justin fitzrandolph
July 23, 2011
we all do mom. i especially miss going up to the club on a weekend and talking.
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Cindy Kromer
July 22, 2011
I miss you!!!!!!!!!; so, so much.
May 2, 2011
Dear Cindy,
We extend our deepest sympathy to you & your family at this difficult time. The multitude of phone calls & emails from family & friends "up north", informing us of Eddie's untimely passing, are a testament to how well he was known & loved and how much he will be remembered & missed. We will cherish the fond memories of time spent with the two of you throughout the years at ASH.
Jim & Cathy Serfass
Leesburg, FL
April 28, 2011
Hi Cindy, Joneice, John & Justin... Mick & I have loved your parents for years & remained friend for many years.. Courtney was born in 82.. Justin just loved her (not), & your parents babysat for us when we were pregnant with Danny.. We have so many memorable times with your parents, as I'm sure you do!!! I can't say enough may he rest in peace.
Courtney, the one Justin loved to stay away from has an 8 month old son who is adorable!! Danny who came 2 years later has a 4 year old who is adorable & another son due in August..
You just never know when God will take you home.. Eddie is there!!! We love you!!!
Cindy, I will call you often!!
Mick & Jeannie
April 28, 2011
Eddie was a very special guy, this photo of him is a perfect depiction of his personality! I will always remember him with this smile and I hope you all can do the same. My heartfelt condolances to ALL of you, you will always be extended family to me. Mary ( Frank Koma's ex )
David Jay
April 28, 2011
Dear Cindy;
My sincere sympathy for you and your family. I remember Ed for his diligence and sense of humor as he worked around the hospital. I will keep him in my thoughts and prayers.
April 28, 2011
John, I'm very sorry for your loss. Thinking of you, stay strong.... Find peace in memories that will stay in your heart forever...Kelly Klee
Mari Geiger
April 28, 2011
Dear Cindy:
Please accept my sincere sympathy for your loss. Eddie was well loved by all of us in the ASH community. As a "frozen" person, I appreciated that he always made an extra effort to fix my ailing heat! I will be thinking of you today.
Love,
Mari
April 28, 2011
Dear Cindy,
Sincere condolences to you and your family in the loss of your loved one.
No words can express the sorrow felt for you. May Eddie Rest in peace. Love, Nancy Varas
Kathy Wagner
April 27, 2011
Dear Cindy-
My deepest sympathy to you and your family. My prayers go out to you. Eddie always made work a more pleasant place. I always remember him to be friendly and funny.
Cathy & Barry Bonser
April 27, 2011
Dear Cindy, We were shocked and deeply saddened to hear of Eddie's passing. He was a pleasant sole and will be miss by so many. God bless you and may fond memmories of Eddie remain with you always. Sincerely,
Daniel Rodrigues
April 27, 2011
My deepest sympathy to you and your family. Eddie and I had once been very close and spent much time together. I can still recall the times I spent at the Texaco in Lehighton. It is moments like this that make one realize how those that impacted your life are truly missed. He will always be remembered.
Bonnie Oswald
April 27, 2011
I am so stunned by this tragic loss. I just buried my parents, Andrew and Irene Stamm, last October where I last saw Eddie. My parents loved him, especially my Dad; he considered Eddie his best friend and always told me that Eddie was a constant in his life.. "whatever you need" he would say to Dad and I know he meant those words. I am so sorry that we have lost these two friends... and in such close proximity. My heart goes out to his family and many friends who will miss him and Cindy, I can only add my heartfelt condolence to comfort you. God bless you and keep you in peace.
Peg Lockwood
April 27, 2011
Dear Cindy
I am so sorry to hear about the loss of your husband. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during this very difficult time.
Sincerely,
Peg Lockwood
Rosemary Achenbach
April 27, 2011
Dear Cindy and Family.
We are sorry for your loss. May the Love of God, your Family and Friends help you through this difficult time.
With deepest Sympathy and Friendship,
Love ya,Rosemary & Dick and the Achenbach Family
Joe and Marti Grazio
April 27, 2011
Cindy,
Words cannot describe how deeply saddened we were when we learned of Eddie's passing. He was special to both of us, a true friend. On several occasions Eddie and I talked about the friends in our lives that we could count on to be there for us no matter what; the ones that we could call any time of the day or night, who would be available for us no matter what we asked. He believed that you could count that type of friend on one hand. I believe he was right, and for me he was that type of friend. I will miss him greatly.
Eddie was one of the most knowledgable people we knew. He was also very generous and thoughtful. We were fortunate to have known him.
We're so very sorry we can't be there with you at this time. Please know that we're thinking of you and of Eddie and sending our love.
Sincerely.
Joe & Marti
Joan Lockwood Smith
April 26, 2011
Dear Cindy & family,
My heart just broke for all of you to learn of Eddie's illness & death.It's a tremendous loss of a very loving & much beloved husband,son,father,grandfather,brother,& pet parent.My husband Jim sends his deepest sympathy.You're all in our prayers.Please know that we are always here for you.God Bless You All.With much love.
Affie Leye
April 26, 2011
MyPrayer to the famely at this painful time.
Affie J. Leye
Wendy Silfies
April 26, 2011
We are so sorry for your loss. We will keep you and your family close to our hearts and in our prayers.
Dennis & Wendy Silfies
Sandy Dykes
April 26, 2011
Dearest Cindy,
You and Eddie are in our thoughts and prayers. Eddie was a kindred spirit, and will always be remembered fondly by us. Love you,
Sandy and Bill
April 26, 2011
In our thoughts, in our hearts, and in our prayers. Beverly and Bill McClure
April 26, 2011
Eddie ..you will always be remembered with a smile. My dad would always talk about the way you wanted to look for (howny toads)Horny Toads when you were a little boy, when he would bring you over from Grandmother's house. He would laugh at how you would say why you wanted to look for them because that is what they had in Roswell.
So now you will be with your Dad, your Uncle Bob and Brucie.
R.I.P. Cuz
You will be missed.
Love, Kay & Terry
April 26, 2011
Cindy, words can't begin to tell you how sorry we are for your loss. Mike and I were fortunate to know Eddie. We shared some good times. There just weren't enough of them. We will miss him. Love you. Judy and Mike
April 26, 2011
I send my sincerest condolences for your loss and may god bless you Cindy and family
Rich Landis and family
April 26, 2011
Dearest Cindy, I think you know how much Eddie was loved by all of us. You and yours will be in our hearts/prayers. Love Lori & Devon
Jennifer FitzRandolph
April 26, 2011
Eddie: You will be greatly missed by the three of us. You will always be in our hearts you will never be forgotten. We will always remind James how much his Pappy loved him. May you rest in peace you were a wonderful man and I am proud to call you my father-in-law.
Love
Jen, Justin & James
April 26, 2011
Eddie, you will be greatly missed by all of us. Justin and I will make sure your grandson knows how much you loved him, because he loved you so much. You will never be forgotten you will always be in our hearts always.
Love
Jen, Justin & James
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