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Daniel Focht Obituary

Daniel S. "Lippy" Focht, 53, of Mechanicsville Road, Whitehall, formerly of Coplay, died suddenly early Saturday morning, January 12, 2019 in Whitehall. He was the fiancé of Karen A. Matika, with whom he resided. Born in Bethlehem, he was a son of William H. and Janet A. (Peters) Focht of Whitehall Manor. Daniel was employed as a concrete contractor by PACT II Construction Co., Ringoes, NJ. Previously, he was employed by Howard Robson Contracting, Bethlehem, and Baseline Construction, Coplay. Daniel was a 1984 graduate of the Whitehall High School. An outdoor enthusiast, he enjoyed boating, fishing, hunting and playing shuffleboard. He was a generous man with a heart of gold and gave the best hugs. He was always willing to help someone out. Survivors: fiancé, parents, daughter, Ashlee M. Focht of Martins Creek, sisters, Cynthia, wife of Glenn Miller of Whitehall, Donna Correll of Coplay, Karen, wife of Joseph Lichman of Zionsville, brother, William A. and wife LeAnn of Whitehall, several nieces and nephews. Services: Memorial Services, 4:00PM Friday, January 18, 2019 Schisler Funeral Home, 2119 Washington Avenue, Northampton, PA 18067. Call, 2:30 – 4:00PM Friday in the funeral home. Private Interment. Online Condolences: www.schislerfunerlahomes.com Contributions: NAMI of the Lehigh Valley, 802 W. Broad Street, Bethlehem, PA 18018

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Published by Morning Call on Jan. 15, 2019.

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Debbie McCauley

January 21, 2019

Karen,
I am so sorry to hear of your loss. Keeping you in my prayers.
My sincerest sympathy.
Debbie

Keith Varga

January 18, 2019

Dear Focht Family,
I will always remember Dan as a very generous friend and his fantastic attitude toward helping anyone. I'm stunned by the news of his passing. Dan was a great teammate when we played softball together and always fun to be around when we'd go to the NASCAR races. Every time I thought about Lippy or talked to someone else who knew him we would always smile and remember a funny event that involved him.
Please accept my sincere condolences on your loss and may god bless you.
RIP LIPPY

January 18, 2019

So sorry to hear of the loss of Daniel. My thoughts and prayers are with you all.

Susan (Mondschein)Zack

January 17, 2019

Billy, LeAnn and Rachel,
Sorry to hear of the passing of your family member. May you remember all the wonderful times spent with him and cherish those memories. You are in our thoughts and prayers.

Scott & Diana Dergham

Donna Schmitt

January 16, 2019

Mr. & Mrs. Focht, Donna, Karen, Cindy and Bill. I was so shocked to read of Daniel's passing. My condolences to all of you. My heart breaks thinking of this sudden loss, no parent should have to bury their son. May you find comfort knowing he is without pain and in the loving arms of our Lord. One day we will all see him again. Warmest regards, Donna

Jeanette Fitzgerald

January 15, 2019

So sorry to hear of Dan's passing. You are all in my thoughts and prayers.

Sherry Hanley

January 15, 2019

To Bill & family

I'm so sorry to hear of your brothers passing. Sending prayers at this difficult time. Give your Mom & Dad a hug for me.

Donna Lewis

January 15, 2019

Karen & Families,

I am so sorry for all of your loss. Cherish the memories for no one can ever take them away from you. My thoughts and prayers are with each of your during this difficult time.

Donna (Turk) Lewis

Terri Bilder

January 15, 2019

Karen,

I am so sorry for the loss of your fiance. May you find comfort in the memories you have and keep them close to your heart as he will always be with you surrounding you with his love.

With friendship and sympathy,

Terri (Crawford) Bilder

January 15, 2019

The Focht Family and Karen,
So sorry to hear about Danny's passing. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Will miss his hugs.
Frank & Donna Lecause

Lisa Huston

January 15, 2019

Karen,
My heart is saddened by the loss of Dan.
May he rest in peace.
Lisa Huston

Thomas Nicholason

January 15, 2019

To the Focht and Matika Family, My thoughts and prayers are with you all. May it bring you comfort knowing that Dan is in the arms of the Lord.

Jeanette Poandl

January 15, 2019

Our hearts are saddened with the passing of Dan. His humor will never be forgotten and we will cherish every memory. I pray that Christ will be the light that shines in your broken hearts.

In sympathy, friendship & prayer.
Vincent & Jeanette

VINCENT POANDL

January 15, 2019

Our condolences go out to the friends and family of Dan. What a great many times we had playing softball and going to Nascar races. We will always cherish them. God Bless you all.

Vincent & Jeanette Poandl

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