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Donald Neiman Obituary
Donald G. (Nipper) Neiman, 76 years old, originally of Allentown and of West Palm Beach, Florida passed away Saturday, March 10, 2012 surrounded by his family. He was the husband of the late Loretta Jane (Neidig) Neiman. He was the son of Albert and Leola (Guth) Neiman. He graduated from Allentown High School in 1953. In 1956, he married the love of his life Loretta Jane. Throughout his life he was a mailman, milkman, butcher and pool service man. He worked a short time at the Bethlehem Steel. He was a firefighter for the City of Allentown for 28 years. He also served as a veteran of the US Navy Reserve. He was a member of Kingdom Hall of Jehovahs Witnesses Belvidere Congregation, West Palm Beach, Florida. He was a member of the Mountainville Fire Company. Survivors: Daughters, Vickie, wife of Bob Roberts of Florida, Leslie of Florida, Yvette of Germansville; son, Jarrett, husband of Jaime Neiman of Coopersburg which Nipper resided with in PA; grandchildren, Corey, Nicolle, Ashley, Justin, Jade, step-grandchildren, Chris, Wendie, Jessica; siblings, Jackie, wife of Arthur Schmeck of Pottstown, Gary, husband of Sandy Neiman of Emmaus, Barbara, wife of Jacque Graver of Allentown. He was predeceased by a brother Albert and sister June. Services: 10:30 a.m., Thursday, March 15, 2012 at Trexler Funeral Home, 1625 Highland St. Allentown. Friends and family may call 9:30 until time of service at the funeral home. Burial to follow at Cedar Hill Memorial Park, Allentown. www.trexlerfuneralhome.com
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March 14, 2012
Vickie, Leslie, Yvette and Jarrett, we are so very sorry to hear of your dad's passing. You all have been such an integral part of our family over the years. Our love goes with you at this time. Yvonne (Roberts) Broutin, Todd and Tamy Roberts, Shawn and Renee' Roberts.
Vonnie Mayoryk
March 14, 2012
Vickie, Leslie, Yvette, Jarrett and Families,
So sorry to hear about Uncle Nipper. He had a special place in my heart. I have a lot of great memories of spending time with your family. I will miss him.
Mike and Joanne Dzwonczyk
March 14, 2012
Vickie, Leslie, Yvette, Jarrett and Families,
Mike and I are so sorry to hear about the loss of your Father. Nip was not only family, he was a good friend and neighbor. We truely loved him and will miss him.
Michele Jany
March 14, 2012
Vickie, Leslie, Yvette, Jarrett and Families,
I am so sorry to hear about the loss of your Dad. He was such a kind, gentle, and caring man. My thoughts are with all of you and your families.
Tom and Elaine Sedor
March 13, 2012
Elaine and I want to offer the entire family our sincere sympathy. We only knew Nip and Loretta for the last few years but knew right away they were real nice people and so we know they will be missed greatly.
Heather (Ryder) Gaskins
March 13, 2012
Yvette,
I am so sorry to hear of your dad's passing. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Barb Daw
March 13, 2012
Yvette,
So sorry for your loss. You'll be in my thoughts and prayers.
Dana Desh
March 13, 2012
Yvette
So sorry to hear of your dads passing. Will say a prayer for you and your family.
God Bless
Dana Schreck-Desh
March 13, 2012
My condolences to the brother, sisters, children and grandchildren of Donald. As an old east-sider I will remember 'Nippy' as a 'class act' with a calm demeanor about him. A hard worker comes to mind and a very good baseball player. Now at a better place. Proud to have known him.
Richard Haney Fort Myers Fl and Coopersburg PA
Becky Hock
March 13, 2012
Yvette, So sorry to hear about your dad. We didn't realize he was sick. We are thinking about you and the family. I hope you can feel my hug. Love Becky and Ray
Joanne M. (Besz) Brantley
March 13, 2012
Vicky & family,
Sorry to hear of your Dad's passing, my thoughts and prayers are with you and your family at this time.
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