Photo courtesy of Reichel Funeral Home - Northampton
Northampton, Pennsylvania
Nov 23, 1929 – Aug 25, 2025
Bernard S. Marhefka, 95 of Northampton, passed away peacefully on Monday, August 25, 2025. Born on November 23, 1929 in Northampton, he was a son of the late John and Mary (Piervallo) Marhefka. Bernard was preceded in death by his loving wife, Helen (Szoke). He was employed as a foreman for the former Whitehall Cement for 36 years. Bernard was a dedicated member of Assumption BVM Catholic Church, Northampton. He honorably served our country in the US Air Force as a Staff Sergeant during the Korean War.
Bernard is survived by his sons, Gerard and wife Simonee, Chris, Joseph and wife Kelly. He was a loving grandfather to; Adam and wife Milisha, Eric and wife Kayla, Makenna and husband Marc, Lauren, Alina, Owen and fiancé Amelia, Celia, Emma and great grandson, Gavin. Siblings; brother, John; sisters, Monica, Frances, Bernice & many nieces and nephews. Brother, Al and sister, Martha preceded Bernard in death.
Services: Family and friends may call on Wednesday, September 3rd 8:30 a.m. until 9:45 a.m. in Assumption BVM Church, 22nd St. and Washington Ave., Northampton. A Mass of Christian Burial will follow at 10:00 a.m. in the church. Interment will be at the parish cemetery. Online condolences may be offered below.
Memorials: In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to the church in loving memory of Bernard.
Read MoreMy deepest and sincerest condolences to the entire Marhefka family, especially Gerard, Simonee, Chris, Joe, and Kelly on the passing of your father.
Michael Gardner
September 07, 2025 | Allentown, PA | Friend
Prayers and condolences are with the entire Marhefka family. Uncle Bernie and Aunt Helen are now reunited in peace ! All our Love
Rich and Steph Dunbar
September 02, 2025 | Kunkletown, PA | Family
I will miss seeing Bernie very much at Mass and the BVM breakfasts with his son, Chris. He was one of those guys that you thought would always be there. Morning Mass will not be the same without him. And I can still hear his voice saying the rosary. You will be missed Bernie. but I know that you are happy in heaven with your beloved Helen, RIP Bernie,
Debra Kay Bennett
August 31, 2025 | Northampton,, PA | Friend
What a fine gentleman! We will miss him in church and seeing him drive that beautiful antique truck up and down Cherryville Road. May the blessing of time attempt to heal his family's hearts. Joe Bennett
Debra Kay Bennett
August 31, 2025 | Northampton, PA | Friend
Deepest sympathy to your family...
Gail Grossman
August 30, 2025 | Allentown, PA | Friend
Thoughts and prayers are with the family, Ann and Jason Melniszyn
Ann & Jason Melniszyn
August 29, 2025 | Macungie, PA | Friend
Bernard,
Thank You for Your service to our country.
God Bless You!
God be with your family!
Sincerely,
A Grateful American
Grateful
August 29, 2025
Gerry, Chris and Joe. Deepest sympathy on the loss of your father.
Bette Christman
August 28, 2025 | Northampton, PA | Friend
