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William Prosperi Obituary
William J. Prosperi, 85, of Bethlehem, died Wednesday, January 16, 2013. He was the husband of Marian (Kajmo) Prosperi. Born in Bethlehem, he was the son of the late Albert and Rose (Sylvester) Prosperi. He honorably served his country in the U.S. Army, during WWII. Bill was employed at the Bethlehem Steel, where he worked as a carpenter for 35 years, until retiring as a foreman in 1986. He was a member of the former Our Lady of Pompeii Church, and currently a member of Our Lady of Perpetual Help Church, Bethlehem, Twp. Bill also was a member of Bethlehem Chapter of UNICO, Goodfellows, BVFHA, and the Grover Cleveland Democratic Club, where he served as past president and was a life member. In his earlier years, Bill enjoyed hunting. He also enjoyed woodworking, and was a very talented carpenter. Bill worked hard all his life. Survivors: In addition to his loving wife, Marian; are daughter, Marianne Posivak of Bethlehem; son, William D. Prosperi and wife, Victoria, of Lancaster; grandchildren, Tori Posivak, Anthony Posivak, Samantha Schmoyer, Tabatha Benner, and Laura Stubits; four great-grandchildren; and one great-great-granddaughter; sister, Josephine Quarry; sister-in-law, Katherine Sebastionelli, both of Bethlehem. He was predeceased by brothers, Augustine Sebastionelli, Peter Sebastionelli; and brother-in-law, Robert Quarry. Services: A viewing will be held on Saturday, January 19, from 9:30 to 11 a.m., followed by a 11 a.m. funeral service, all in the Cantelmi Funeral Home, 1311 Broadway, Fountain Hill. Interment will be in Holy Saviour Cemetery. Online condolences at www.cantelmifuneralhome.com. Contributions: In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made in Bills name to Lehigh Valley Home Health Services, 2166 South 12th Street, Suite 101, Allentown, PA 18103.
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for William Prosperi
January 19, 2013
DEAR MARION & FAMILY
I WAS SORRY TO HEAR OF BILL'S PASSING & YOUR ILLNESS. BOTH YOU & BILL WERE SUCH BUSY, HELPFUL PEOPLE. I'M SO SORRY I CAN'T BE WITH YOU AT THIS SORROWFUL TIME, BUT PLEASE KNOW ALL OF YOU WILL BE IN MY DAILY THOUGHTS & PRAYERS. PLEASE TAKE CARE OF YOURSELF.
SINCERELY,
HELEN MARCZYK
January 18, 2013
Marian, Marianne, Bill and Family
Please know that I will always have a special place in my heart for Bill, he was an inspiration for me and others. We had great times hunting, having a few drinks with friends, going to the cabin, working on projects and of course we always finishing up having words (lightheartedly) but always remaining the best of friends. I will miss those moments dearly because he was really my very very best friend. Good by Willie. Once again, our thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult time.
The Friedman's,
Joe, Joanne, Holly, Jill and her daughters Avery and Cameron
Sharon
January 18, 2013
Marian and Family,
Though the miles separate us as you celebrate a life well lived of a man loved by all he met. I am with you in thought and prayer. May you find comfort and peace knowing the Lord is with your every step. You and the family have my deepest sympathy.
January 18, 2013
Dear Bill and family,
I am sorry for your loss. Please accept my deepest condolences.
Stan Hreniuk
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January 18, 2013
Marian and Family,
Though the miles separate us as you celebrate a life well lived of a man loved by all he met. I am with you in thought and prayer. May you find comfort and peace knowing the Lord is with your every step. You and the family have my deepest sympathy.
Art Seitz
January 18, 2013
Remembering all the good times at BethSteel and the Grover. Rest in peace and blessings to the family in this time of sorrow.
January 18, 2013
Marianne,
So sorry to hear about your Dad. We hope you and your family are doing ok in this difficult time.
Pat & Ric Ortelli
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