David C. Deberardinis

David C. Deberardinis obituary, Allentown, PA

David C. Deberardinis

David Deberardinis Obituary

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David C. Deberardinis, 51, of Allentown, passed away on January 11, 2026 in his home. He was the husband of Christina (Smith) Deberardinis. Born in Allentown, he was the son of Larry Deberardinis and the late Virginia (Williams) Deberardinis. David was a graduate of Penn State University. He worked as a maintenance mechanic for Nestle Purina since 2020.

David is survived by his wife, Christina; son, Zaven; daughters, Brooke, Sara, and Maria; stepsons, Corbin, Landon, and Lukas; stepdaughter, Arianna; 7 grandchildren; sister, Tracey.

A viewing will be held on Thursday, January 15, 2026 from 6:00 to 8:00 PM in Schantz Funeral Home, P.C., 250 Main St., Emmaus. Private interment will be in St. Mark's Cemetery, Allentown.

In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to the Pediatric Cancer Foundation of the Lehigh Valley, 4501 Crackersport Road, Allentown, PA 18104.

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Schantz Funeral Home, P.C. - Emmaus

250 Main Street, Emmaus, PA 18049

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