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Terry Markowitz Obituary
Born in Allentown, he was the son of the late Elsie (Serfass) Markowitz. Terry operated Trinkle's Café in Allentown from 1985-1999. He also owned and operated T's Place and Motown Café in Allentown. Terry was a landlord, previously owning 13 apartment buildings throughout his life. He was a very hard worker for all of his life.
Terry was an avid Raiders fan and passed that onto his sons, Scott and Steven. His children loved him very much and he will be missed terribly by his family and many dear friends.
Survivors: his long time companion, Christine Steinmetz and their daughters, Jorden, Erin and Keisha Steinmetz, all at home; ex-spouse, Lauren and their children, Terry Markowitz, Kristi Smoyer, Scott, Steven and Kaylee Markowitz; granddaughter, Katelyn Smoyer and grandson, David Markowitz; brother, Dale Markowitz of CA; nieces and nephews. Terry was preceded in death by a brother John and sister Vivian Getz.
Services: Due to gathering restrictions, there are no services at this time. Arrangements are entrusted to K.V. Knopp Funeral Home, Inc., Allentown.
Contributions: In lieu of flowers, may be made to the funeral home to defray costs of funeral expenses – 46 E. Susquehanna Street, Allentown, PA 18103.
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Keisha
May 15, 2023
Dad I miss and love you so much I´m so sad that you are not here and when the time comes for me to graduate your not going to be there it´s not gonna feel so special to me you got taking away to fast wish you were here
Crissy Bearish
April 29, 2023
Kristi...your dad and I got along well and he was always a lot of fun. He was a genuine, pure person. A hard worker who loved and provided wonderfully for his family. I was so sorry to hear of his passing in 2020. I hope you and your siblings are doing well. Crissy Bearish
Jorden Steinmetz
April 29, 2023
We can measure time, but we cannot measure loss. It has been 3 years dad, but there is no way to set a milestone or a limit on the grief. I learned grief is a journey that never completely ends. The scenery changes, and the terrain becomes easier, but there is no point of arrival. That's okay. I love you dad. You were my best friend but now you are my guardian angel
Jorden
June 29, 2022
Rip dad I always think about you your death hit me hard I don´t about it with anyone bc I feel like people tell me that it´s gonna be okay but it doesn´t help
Kristi Markowitz Smoyer
April 25, 2022
Another year gone and nothing has changed in how much we have all lost since you left. I love you and miss you every day.
Daughter Kristi
May 26, 2021
Dad,
Not a day goes by...not a minute nor second that I dont think of you.
I love you endlessly.
Kristi
Steven
March 5, 2021
Miss you daddy! Go raiders!!
Kristi Markowitz -Smoyer
November 14, 2020
Love you Daddy
Kristi
September 15, 2020
I miss you greatly. :(
Jorden Steinmetz
June 19, 2020
Today been one of the hardest days without you. I love and miss you dad
Linda Copeland
May 22, 2020
You will be truly missed..
Thank you for blessing me with Kristi...
Shes an amazing friend ♥
RIP
Lisa Morgan
May 21, 2020
R.I.P. uncle Terry..so far away..Hugs till I meet up with you and my dad an my aunt.. Lisa Markowitz-Morgan
Stephanie Brown
May 20, 2020
Sorry for your loss
Lauren Markowitz
May 18, 2020
Grief can be so hard, but our special memories help us cope. Remembering all the fun and happy times together. God bless my children through this hard time in their lives.
Kristi Markowitz-Smoyer
May 18, 2020
Lighting a candle for you Dad. Missing you so much!
Mrs. School
May 4, 2020
I am so sorry to hear of your loss; my heart aches for you. My prayers are with your family, may God heal your pain. Focus on all of your beautiful memories, I know you have so many. The Raiders go undefeated in heaven. Until you meet again...
Wanda Schutt
May 2, 2020
We are so sorry to hear about Uncle Terry. Many memories of him growing up. He was always smiling and laughing. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all.
Tammy Whitehead
May 2, 2020
May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived.
Anthony Wright
May 1, 2020
Terry you are one of the best people I ever knew. You had a bright and headstrong personality, an awesome guy, loved by so many, and you'll always be in our hearts! Until we meet again buddy, I love you! ❤
Jennifer Mellon
May 1, 2020
I am so sorry to hear of the passing of this man. The family and I were close after I lost my late husband 11years ago. God bless you in your time of sorrow.
Jorden Steinmetz
May 1, 2020
I am also a raider fan he passed that on to me his daughter Jorden Steinmetz
Rhonda Mason
April 30, 2020
I love you Terry you were and amazing person and you will be dearly miss. until we meet again
Tashauna Wright
April 30, 2020
Wow this hit hard to our family . You will be missed very much. You are free.R.I.P.
Kristi Smoyer
April 30, 2020
Dad, I am devastated by your loss. Your a true hero fighting to stay here for us children. I love you more then words can ever express. Your my world and without you in it, my sunlight has dimmed.
Till we meet again...
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