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Frances Orban Obituary

Frances Orban, 86, of Bethlehem, passed away on January 31, 2025, at Easton Skilled Nursing and Rehabilitation Center. Born in Bethlehem, she was the daughter of the late Joseph and Margaret (Sabo) Orban.

Frances was a graduate of Bethlehem Catholic High School. She dedicated her career to working at SureFit, Inc. and later at VIA Thrift Store in Fountain Hill. A devoted parishioner of Holy Ghost Catholic Church, she found strength in her faith and community.

She is survived by her sister, Marjorie Toth of Florida, as well as extended family including her niece, Kellyanne Hagenbuch of Easton, Pa, who will cherish her memory. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her brother, Joseph F. Orban, Jr., and sisters, Rosalie Orban, and Eleanor Orban.

Arrangements have been entrusted to Connell Funeral Home and services will be held on a later date. Condolences may be shared at www.connellfuneral.com.

To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.

Published by WFMZ-TV 69 News on Feb. 1, 2025.

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