Paul Turk Sr, 97 of Coplay Pa passed away peacefully at Holy Family Senior Living Bethlehem on May 30 2025. He was the loving husband of Dorothy (Humanick) Turk and passed away two days after celebrating their 76th wedding anniversary on May 28th. Paul was born on May 08, 1928, in Northampton Pa to the late Frank and Rose (Keschl) Turk. After attending Northampton High School Paul served Seaman First Class in the Navy near the end of WWII in the Aleutian Islands. Together, Paul and Dorothy raised eight children in Coplay, working different crafts including Milkman, Bus Driver, and completing a 20-year career at Everson Electric. He and his wife owned and operated the House of Dresses in Coplay for many years. His fondest memories included father and son fishing trips to Canada with family and friends. His title of "Big Bass" will live forever. He loved watching the Phillies, Eagles, Penn State Football and Professional Boxing. He and Dorothy enjoyed casino trips, always hoping for the big one. Most of all, he was a devout catholic and practiced faithfully at St. Peter's in Coplay including a past officer in the Holy Name Society. In addition to Dorothy, Paul is survived by his three daughters, Diane Bauder (Robert), RoseAnn Lewis, and Donna Lewis (Brad) all from Whitehall, and five sons, Dennis (Rebecca) Winston-Salem NC, Paul Jr (Charmaine) Melbourne Fl, Richard (Debbie) Frankford DE, Joseph (Dawn) Middletown DE, and John (Rita) Bethlehem. Paul was blessed to see the addition of 15 grandchildren and 21 great grandchildren into the family over the 76 years of marriage. In addition, he is survived by many nieces and nephews. In addition to his parents, Paul was preceded in death by his six siblings and son-in-law Lester Lewis. The family wishes to extend heartfelt thanks to the staff at Holy Family Senior Living for the dedicated attention to Paul's wellbeing during his stay. His viewing will be held from 9-10:30am, Wednesday, June 4, 2025, at St. Peter's Church, 5 S 4th St., Coplay, PA 18037. A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 10:30am Wednesday at the church. Interment with military honors to follow at St. Peter's Cemetery in Whitehall. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made in his name to the church. Brubaker Funeral Home, Inc. of Coplay is honored to handle the arrangements. Online condolences may be made to the family at www.brubakerfuneralhome.com.

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Published by WFMZ-TV 69 News on Jun. 2, 2025.

Memories and Condolences
for Paul Turk

10 Entries

Ed & Kathy Gladish Stefanyak

June 3, 2025

Dorothy and families, we are so sorry for your loss of Paul. You have so many beautiful memories of you and Paul.
You have a wonderful family that you shared all your stories.
God Bless you and your family Ed & Kathy Gladish Stefanyak

The Virginia Turk Families

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Donna Lewis

June 2, 2025

Dad,
You were the best dad and you were always here for me from when I was little into my adulthood. I will always cherish the special memories and even though my heart is broken right now I know you are at peace. I feel blessed that Diane, Roseann, Mom and I were with you when our Good Lord called you home. Watch over mom and all of us and until we are all reunited once again Rest In Peace. I Love You and Miss You. Donna, Brad and your buddy Louie.

Bob Hawxhurst

June 2, 2025

Keeping your entire family in thoughts and prayers..

Grateful

June 2, 2025

Paul,
Thank You for Your service to our country.

God Bless You!
God be with your family!

Sincerely,
A Grateful American

Karen Danbar

June 2, 2025

My heartfelt condolences you you and your families

I will always remember Paul & Dorothy from Sacred Heart.
They were always a welcoming couple to help out and when the polka station was on .. watch out, you may find 2nd shift staff doing the polka in the room! Or Paul out playing shuffleboard.

Helping them to bed with a "I love you, see you tomorrow" will always be a fond memory.

I´m thinking of you and sending love & support.

Kim and John Simko

June 2, 2025

Please accept our deepest sympathy at the loss of Uncle Paul. We will always have found memories of him and especially the times he was at Mary's house and how he would visit and take her shopping along with Kylie. Kylie would always tell us the story when she was little on how our dog, Sandy, wanted Uncle Paul to give her a treat, but was afraid to take it from him. Heaven gained an angel.

Carol

June 2, 2025

Dear Aunt Dorothy, cousins and families: my sincere sympathies to you all. There are no words that I can express for the empty feeling of losing your husband, dad, grandfather and great grandfather. I know the love of support from your family and friends will come together to celebrate the wonderful life he lived. Truly blessed and in eternity. Sending hugs and prayers. Will see you. Cousin Carol.

Teresa Lohr-Wenner

June 2, 2025

My deepest condolences to the family of Mr. Turk and Donna who I share childhood memories with. Prayers and love, Teresa Lohr-Wenner

Robert J. Miklas, USN.

June 2, 2025

"A veteran from the greatest generation has passed away today."; Paul, you are now relieved from your watch. A job well done fellow navy veteran. We all are grateful for your stepping up to the plate when your country needed you the most. America thanks you for your service to our country. The final volley was sounded and taps is about to begin ending a successful career as a nation´s defender. Smooth sailing shipmate.

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