Photo courtesy of James B. Gaffney Funeral Home
Pen Argyl, Pennsylvania
Aug 31, 1925 – Feb 2, 2021
SERVICE CHANGE DUE TO INCLEMENT WEATHER
Even when the biggest heart is not strong enough to endure, the love and spirit from that heart will endure with her family and friends forever. So it is with great sadness that her family announces that Amelia "Millie" Kmetz, 95, of West Bangor, PA passed away Thursday, January 28th, at Lehigh Valley Hospital-Muhlenberg Campus, Bethlehem, PA.
Millie was born in Pen Argyl, PA on August 31, 1925, a daughter of the late James and Mary (Cesare) Guarry.
She was the widow of the late John Kmetz, who passed away in 2003. Together they were married for 52 years. Millie was a member of the Pen Argyl Women's Club, a former member of the Bangor Lion's Club, and enjoyed playing bridge and was active in many bridge clubs. She was a member of UNITE, the garment workers union.
She was a member of St. Peter's Lutheran Church in Pen Argyl, PA
Millie is survived by a daughter, Deborah Gebhardt, wife of Don, two sons John R. Kmetz, and David J. Kmetz, husband of Dee, 5 grandchildren Kirsten Kutza, wife of John, Josalyn VanFleet, wife of Patrick, Drew Kmetz, Dane Kmetz, and his fiancee Natalie DiTomasso, Dylan Kmetz, and 4 great-grandchildren Anthony and Jordan Kutza, and Penelope and Paxton VanFleet. She was preceded in death by a sister Josephine Guarry.
Family and friends are invited to call from 12:30 - 1:30 PM on Thursday, February 4th at James B. Gaffney Funeral Home, 200 S. Robinson Ave, Pen Argyl, PA. Due to current COVID-19 guidelines face masks will be required and social distancing practices will be followed as well as a 10 person capacity limit in the funeral home, at one time. A Graveside Service will be held on Thursday, February 4th at 2 PM at St. Elizabeth's Catholic Cemetery, Pen Argyl, PA. Online condolences may be offered at gaffneyparsons.com.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Pen Argyl Women's Club, 200 S. Robinson Ave. Pen Argyl, PA 18072, or St. Peter's Evangelical Lutheran Church, 1422 Church Rd, Pen Argyl, PA 18072.
Read MoreI was so sorry to hear of your loss. I always had such fond memories of Tootie. I remember her as such a stylish beautiful woman. My thoughts are with you at this difficult time.
Alice Liero
February 09, 2021 | Acquaintance
Debbie, John, Dave, and family, Sorry for your loss during these trying times. Always remember the good times you had together. May God bless and comfort you all .
Peter Freeman
February 07, 2021 | Friend
Millie was a good friend. She also played Pinochle and was part of our Luncheon group Pinochle Club. Millie was very active in clubs and enjoyed the friendship of many friends. May God receive her into His open arms. She will be missed. Always, Joan Quinnan Flory
Joan Quinnan Flory
February 03, 2021 | Nazareth, PA | Friend
Jack and family, my thoughts and prayers are with you. Millie was such a vibrant and friendly person. I know that she will be greatly missed by all of you. God bless all of you
Mary Lou Lohman
February 01, 2021 | Friend
SHE WAS A DEAR FRIEND AND A WONDERFUL PERSON TO BE WITH I WILL MISS HER DEARLY
MARLENE M RONCO
February 01, 2021 | ROSETO, PA | Friend
So sorry to hear of Millie's passing.
Sincere condolences to her family and friends.lois
lois stopp
February 01, 2021 | Acquaintance
Our deepest sympathy to all of you on the passing of Millie. May she rest in peace with the Angels.
Joe and Joan Ronca
February 01, 2021 | Neighbor
Our condolences to the family. May you have many memories to hold onto and may God grant you peace at this time.
Jane and Konrad Mellert
Jane and Konrad Mellert
January 31, 2021 | Acquaintance
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Kay and Tom Somboonsong
January 31, 2021
