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Raymond Hammersten Obituary
Raymond B. Hammersten, Jr., 70, of Emmaus formerly of Easton, died December 31, 2013 in Easton Hospital. He was the husband of the late Madeline (Piazza) Hammersten. Born in Bangor, PA, he was the son of the late Raymond B., Sr. and Ann P. (Myers) Hammersten. He was a union electrician for local IBEW 102, retiring in 2002. Raymond was a U.S. Air Force veteran, serving during the Vietnam War, and was a member of the American Legion Post 739 in Hokendauqua. Survivors: He is survived by his three children, Michelle L. Arechiga (Rick) of Emmaus, Eugene W. Cope (Brenda) of Ft. Myers, FL, and Karen Sawyer (Michael) of Easton; five grandchildren. He was predeceased by two brothers, Jim and Larry. Services: Services will be held at the convenience of the family. The C. R. Strunk Funeral Home, Inc. (www.crstrunk.com), Quakertown is in charge of the arrangements. Contributions: In lieu of flowers, contributions can be made to the American Cancer Society, Lehigh Valley Unit, 3893 Adler Place Suite 170, Bethlehem, PA 18017.
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Gary Beamer
January 7, 2014
I will miss you my friend ... but I will look forward to being with you, Madeline, my wife Patricia (Trish)in Heaven. I love you my friend.
Terry Beamer
January 6, 2014
So sorry to hear about Butch. Much love to all.Teb and Brenda
James Torcivia
January 5, 2014
To a former great neighbor and friend, Will be sadly missed.
January 5, 2014
Will never forget "Butch" They were the best neighbors we could ever had. Truly special people with the kindest hearts. Glad to have known them. May him and sweet Madelaine RIP. God Bless
Cathy and Charlie Torcivia
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