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Helen Frey Obituary

Helen A. Frey

Helen A. Frey, 99, of Lehighton, passed away peacefully in her home on Friday, Jan. 26, 2024. She was the widow of Ralph D. Frey. They were married for 72 years until his passing on Sept. 24, 2013.

She was a devoted housewife, mother and grandmother.

Born in Mantzville, she was a daughter of the late Daniel M. and Verna M. (Mantz) Miller. She was a member of St. Peter's Church, West Penn, a former member of the church's L.C.W., the Retirees, and a member of Mahoning Valley Fire Co. Auxiliary.

She enjoyed quilting, word puzzles, walking and playing cards.

She was also preceded in death by granddaughter, Diane Hunsicker; a daughter-in-law, Kathy Frey; two brothers, Willard and Berlyn; and two sisters, Marian Weaver and Eldora Rex. Surviving are a son Robert of Lehighton; four daughters, Carol, wife of James Beers of Schnecksville, Ruth Ann, wife of Robert Wehr of Andreas, and Laverne, wife of Merle Hunsicker, and her caregiver, Marjorie, wife of Dennis Hallman, both of Lehighton; 12 grandchildren; 24 great-grandchildren; 13 great-great-grandchildren; and a niece and nephew.

Service: Private funeral service with the Rev. Glenn Rarick officiating. Private interment, St. Peter's Church Cemetery, W. Penn. Arrangements are being handled by the Hartman Funeral Home, 1791 West Penn Pike, Rt. 309, New Ringgold. Contributions in her name may be made to St. Peter's Church, West Penn, 184 St. Peter's Road, Tamaqua, PA 18252. Online condolences can be offered at www.hartmanfuneralhomeinc.com.

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Published by Times News on Jan. 29, 2024.

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Arnie Steigerwalt and family

February 1, 2024

Cousins, accept my condolences, 99 years, what a great life. I am happy Bruce and I were able to visit with her the last two times I ventured North. So many great memories of playing at the farm. God Bless.

Lamar Snyder and families.

January 29, 2024

As the days and weeks pass, and as you return to life's routine, may you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of family and friends.

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