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Ellen Paules Obituary
Ellen J. Paules, 64, of Lehigh Twp., died Tuesday in Lehigh Valley Hospital, Salisbury Twp. She worked as a server for the Bowmanstown Diner for 46 years, starting when she was 19 years old. She enjoyed trading smiles and jokes with the diners regulars, and maintained decades-long relationships with its faithful customers. Born in Emerald, she was a daughter of the late Lewis Paules and Verna (Long) Paules, who passed away last year. Survivors: Companion, Harlan Schaffer of Lehigh Twp; daughters, Melissa and husband Kirt Adams of Nesquehoning, Amy and husband Sal Miccicke of Bethlehem; son, Tim Paules and wife Tammy of Bowmanstown; eight grandchildren; one great-granddaughter, Ryleigh; sister, Mrs. Ann DeLong of Bowmanstown; brothers, Lewis and wife Kathleen of Ashfield, Dale and companion Rose Dennis of Bath, Roger and wife Bonnie, Kerry and wife Gail, both of Palmerton. She was predeceased by a grandson, Trey. Services: 11 a.m. Saturday, T.K. Thomas Funeral Home, 145 Delaware Ave, Palmerton. Call Friday 7 to 9 p.m. and Saturday 10 to 11 a.m.
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Jane Korpics Yeager
June 14, 2010
A well liked classmate. Enjoyed her exuberance and sense of humor. Will remember Ellen with a smile for the memories she gave me. To her family-may your memories give you comfort.
June 12, 2010
Tom & Alvina Serfass and Family
June 12, 2010
To Harlan and Paules Family, Our thoughts and prayers are with you at your time of loss.
June 12, 2010
Dale and Family,
We are so sorry for the loss of your sister. You will be in our thoughts and prayers.
Gail & Al Charlie, Jr.
Elaine Shoenberger
June 11, 2010
To the family, I am so sorry for your loss, I worked with Ellen for the last 18 years. I will truly miss her, will never be the same at the Diner. My thoughts and prayers go out to all of you. God Bless.
Gene & Lois Strohl
June 11, 2010
To the Family...
We are saddened to hear of Ellen's passing, please accept our deepest sympathies.
Kim
June 11, 2010
So Sorry to hear of Ellen's passing. I will miss seeing her at the Diner. My thoughts and prayers are with the family during this difficult time.
Liz Beahm
June 11, 2010
Dear Harlan,
I worked with Ellen for 17 yrs and got to know her so well. Working there will not be the same. I will miss her so much.My thoughts and prayers go out to you and the whole family.
BARBARA SMITH
June 10, 2010
DEAR HARLAN:
WE ARE SADDENED BY ELLENS PASSING. WE WILL MISS HER AT THE DINER AND MT. AIRY. SHE WILL SURELY BE MISSED BY MANY PEOPLE AT THE DINER. YOU ARE IN OUR THOUGHTS AND PRAYERS.
BARBARA AND STOPPER SMITH
Jeff Ashner
June 10, 2010
I am so very sorry to hear of Ellen's passing. I got to know her and hersister Ann at Klines Bar in Bowmanstown many moons ago. She is a good person and will be missed. My heart goes out to the family, and to her family at the Diner. I am so glad I got to say so-long before I moved. God speed Ellen.
Joan & Jim Fritzinger
June 10, 2010
We knew Ellen for a long time. She always had a smile when you walked in the diner. She always knew what you wanted to drink without asking, she remembered how you wanted your eggs and so on. To the family sorry for you loss. She was a pleasant person, but now she is in a better place
Wendy Borger
June 10, 2010
To a family whom i grew up around alot. It is of great sadness to hear of Ellens passing.. The loss of a mother no matter when is a difficult thing. She is now pain free. Memories help heal.. if you need anything let me know. Prayers and thoughts are with you all.
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