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Roger Cressman Obituary

Roger S. Cressman, Jr., 59, of Salisbury Township, passed away on Sunday, March 9, 2025 in St. Luke's Hospital – Fountain Hill. He and his wife, Dawn M. (Covely) Cressman, shared nearly 35 years of marriage. Born in Quakertown, he was a son of the late Roger S. Cressman, Sr. and Emily (Levitsky) Cressman. Roger was a graduate of Quakertown High School, attended Penn State Lehigh Valley Campus and earned a Bachelor's degree in Business from Bloomsburg University. He has worked as a realtor at Equity Lehigh Valley since 2016. Roger was a member of St. Mark's UCC in Allentown. Roger and Dawn were both active ArtsQuest volunteers, achieving an award for "Volunteers of the Year" in 2024. He also served on the Board of Directors for ArtsQuest and was a member of the Performing Arts Committee. Roger loved his ArtsQuest family. Survivors: His loving wife, Dawn; daughter, Taylor J. Cressman and her fiancé Justin Carlucci of Allentown; son, Colin S. Cressman of Salisbury Township; sister, Wendy Kling, her husband William and their family. Services will be private at the family's request. A celebration of life will be announced at a later date. Arrangements are entrusted to the K.V. Knopp Funeral Home, Allentown. Contributions: In lieu of flowers, the Cressman Family requests that donations be made to ArtsQuest, 25 W. 3rd Street, Bethlehem, PA 18015. Donations will be dedicated to Roger's "Keep the Music Free Fund." Please list Roger Cressman in the memo of the check. Donations can also be submitted online at www.artsquest.org/donate and list Roger Cressman on the "In honor or memory of" section.

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Published by WFMZ-TV 69 News on Mar. 11, 2025.

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Mary Wozniak

July 20, 2025

Dawn - I apologize since I just learned yesterday of Roger´s passing. I volunteered with him on the Performing Arts committee for several years. He appeared to love volunteering for ArtsQuest and I recall him always doing extra shifts for Musikfest. It definitely is appropriate that both of you were "Volunteers of the Year" in 2024. So sorry for your loss.

Ed Boksan

March 24, 2025

My deepest condolences to Dawn and family. I always enjoyed my volunteer interaction with Roger at Musikfest. What a nice guy! May Roger rest in peace and rise in Glory!

Monica B

March 19, 2025

My deepest condolences to Roger´s family. I am so shocked and saddened to hear of his passing. I worked with him at Sacred Heart. He was always so kind, funny and hardworking. We will miss him.

Robbie Schappell

March 15, 2025

My prayers go to Roger's family. I worked with him at D&B. The world just lost a wonderful man.

Kristin Tate

March 15, 2025

I am shocked & saddened to read about the loss of Roger. I worked with Roger for many years at RMS. He was always helpful, friendly & had a calming demeanor about him. My condolences to his family.

Diane (Walbert) Whitesell

March 15, 2025

it was heartbreaking to hear of Roger's passing. I worked with Roger at D&B from the early 80's til 2004. What a great guy to work with, kind and friendly, always smiling, great sense of humor. You will surely be missed by all you knew and loved you

Karl Nicosia

March 14, 2025

Roger was a beloved and integral member of the RMS business. All of us who shared our work experiences with him are very sorrowful over his loss. Prayers for Dawn and the children.

Betty Theodore

March 14, 2025

I was sad to hear of Roger´s passing. I worked with him at D&B for many years. He was well liked by everyone. My condolences go out to all of his loved ones.

James Hadley

March 14, 2025

I am so sorry for the loss of a dear colleague and friend. We worked on many customer projects and often Roger was person that secured the long term success for the benefit of D&B, Me and... RIP

Faith & Mike Wescoe

March 14, 2025

Dawn - our thoughts and prayers are with you & your family.

Jean S.

March 13, 2025

Sending condolences to Roger's family. I was shocked to hear of his passing, knew him from his work at Sacred Heart Hospital. He was always friendly and I liked his sense of humor. Rest easy Roger in God's arms.

Sandy Peart

March 13, 2025

I am so deeply sorry for your loss Dawn, Taylor and Collin. My thoughts and prayers are with you all. It was an honor to have Roger in my life.

Patricia Hart

March 13, 2025

So very sorry, he is always in your heart.

Joni

March 13, 2025

Dawn,
My sincere condolences to you and your family.
Words just don't convey the sadness. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
May God's arms surround you at this most difficult time.

Barb Seitzinger

March 12, 2025

Dear Dawn & Family,
This is heartbreaking news to all of us that enjoyed you & Roger at ArtsQuest events or out hearing a band together. It is so unexpected and I hope the wonderful memories you have a a super, loving couple will give you strength at this difficult time. Our prayers and hearts are with you! God Bless!
Hugs,
Barb Seitzinger

Fran and Simplicity family

March 12, 2025

Many thoughts and prayers to Roger´s family . Roger and Dawn were longtime clients and friends of our Simplicity family , lots of good memories Roger , your memory will echo throughout Simplicity

Fran and Simplicity family

March 12, 2025

Many thoughts and prayers to Roger´s wonderful family . My heart breaks, Roger has been a part of my career for many years now , lots of laughter always. His memory will live on.
With deepest sympathy

Tammy

March 12, 2025

My deepest condolences to you and your family Roger. it was a joy seeing you each week, sharing laughter and fun. may God bless your family and may he bring them comfort and peace at this time. we love you!

Anne Sturm

March 12, 2025

Roger will be deeply missed. He was always so welcoming and easy to be around - a true treasure in this world. Rest in peace Roger, and sending love and prayers to Dawn and family.

Pamela Royal

March 12, 2025

I was so saddened to hear about Rodger´s passing. My heart and prayers are with you all. He was greatly loved and will greatly missed! God bless and keep you and help you through these rough and sad times.

Maridania

March 12, 2025

Roger I will miss you so much. Rest in paradise! Everyone that knew you LOVE YOU. I'm very sad with this news, RIP :(

Luz Crespo

March 12, 2025

Extending my deepest sympathy for your loss. Roger was always full of live and that is how I will always remember him.

Linda Schlofer

March 12, 2025

What a great person to work for. Very proud to have worked for him. He gave everything he had to the team everyday. Made a huge impact on people and will always be remembered.

Misty

March 12, 2025

My condolences go out to Roger´s family. I was shocked to hear the news of his passing. Roger had a smile and joy that lit up the room, his presence is something we enjoyed everyday at work.

Francesca mione Fragnito

March 12, 2025

To the cressman family. I knew Roger from st Luke´s sacred heart hospital I´m a volunteer for seven years. Roger was always so nice and friendly he would say hello to me and was always so kind. I´m so so sorry for your loss you have my deepest sympathy god rest his precious soul

Robin and Linda Sherrerd

March 11, 2025

We are so sorry for your loss Dawn. Linda and I send our love to you and your family. I cherish the memories of our fun as volunteers.

Rusty Kernodle

March 11, 2025

My thoughts and prayers are with you all. I loved Roger, he always made me laugh.

Tom McPeek

March 11, 2025

Nice guy, always saw him and Dawn at all the ArtsQuest functions.

Grisset

March 11, 2025

Roger was the sweetest person and very courteous. He was wonderful to work with and I always look forward to his morning greetings. May God bless and guide the Cressman family!

Pam Bender

March 11, 2025

My condolences to the family. I ushered with Roger at ArtsQuest. He will definitely be missed.

Dory Horwath

March 11, 2025

Tom and I send our deepest sympathy to Dawn and the family. He was very special to us and to so many. We loved being in his company. He will be greatly missed. Dory and Tom

Kristin Kopchak

March 11, 2025

Roger was a fantastic senior manager and I was fortunate to report to him. Much love to Dawn and family you are in so many people´s thoughts and prayers

Waleska Diaz

March 11, 2025

Roger was an amazing coworker. He was a ray of sunshine and brightened anyone´s day. Roger you will be greatly missed.

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