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Barbara Silfies Obituary

Barbara A. Silfies, 77, of Macungie, passed away Friday, October 3, 2025, at Lehigh Valley Hospital – Cedar Crest. She was the long-time loving companion of the late Donald C. Brey. Born in Palmerton, March 26, 1948, Barbara was the daughter of the late Allen W.H. and Pauline A. (Miller) Silfies. She was a graduate of East Stroudsburg University in 1970. Barbara was employed as a computer programmer for Dun & Bradstreet in Center Valley for 11 years before retiring in 2007. Prior to that, she worked at Lehigh Valley Hospital, Durkee Foods, and the former Merchants Bank of Allentown. Survivors: Brother, Donald A. Silfies and his wife, Susan of Lehighton; sister, Susan A. Stephens of Macungie; nieces, Melissa Godley and Jennifer Abraham and her husband, Josh; great-niece, Kristi; great-nephew, Jared. Barbara also leaves behind many friends from college, past workplaces, and her community. Service: Private and at the convenience of the family. No calling hours. The Heintzelman Funeral Home, Inc., in Schnecksville has been entrusted with the arrangements. Online expressions of sympathy may be recorded at www.heintzelmancares.com. Contributions: In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Lehigh County Meals on Wheels c/o the funeral home, P.O. Box # 196, Schnecksville, PA 18078-0196. To send a flower arrangement in memory of Barbara A. Silfies, please click here to visit our sympathy store.

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Published by WFMZ-TV 69 News on Oct. 6, 2025.

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Gina Giunta Sharer

5 hours ago

It is with great sadness that I have lost a fellow classmate of the Class of 1966 at NAHS. We had many classes together. My deepest sympathy to your family.

Dan Grim

Earlier today

Barb and I worked together at Merchants Bank, where she was often entrusted with the most mission-critical programming efforts. I have fond memories of her and am saddened to hear of her passing. She was incredibly intelligent and funny - back in the day, she and Don were loyal Flyers fans, but importantly, they had a great relationship they shared. My sympathies and condolences to her family and friends.

Tom Gorr

Earlier today

Our hearts go out to Barb´s family she was such a nice lady. Kathy and I will miss her dearly.
Love
Tom and Kathy

Margaret Fenstermaker

Yesterday

Barbara and I met at Senior Citizens, so we knew each other about eight years. We used to talk once or twice a week and had a lot of laughs together and compared information about our ride service and our experiences in The Fairways. She was an easy-going person and fun to talk to. I will miss her a lot. Condolences to her family.

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