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Samuel LaDuca Obituary

Samuel C. LaDuca, 90, of Easton, PA passed away at home surrounded by his loved ones on Friday, September 26, 2025. Born on December 10, 1934 in Easton, PA, he was the son of Ciro and Josephine (Zucchero) LaDuca. He graduated from Easton Area High School, class of 1952. Samuel proudly served in the United States Army. Upon his honorable discharge in 1963, he was employed at Ingersoll Rand for over 40 years. Samuel was a man of faith. He shared his love of music by singing in the choir of St. Anthony of Padua Roman Catholic Church. He lived his life according to the bible, giving his time, talents, and more selflessly to others. Samuel was a loving father and doting husband who cherished his time with his family. He shared his wife's passion for Square Dancing and Round Dancing. He was very handy around his home especially with woodworking, designing beautiful pieces. In his free time, he enjoyed camping, traveling, bowling and gardening. Samuel is survived by his sons, Patrick LaDuca and his wife, Beth of Easton; Steven LaDuca and his husband, John Lombardo of Norristown, PA; James LaDuca and his wife, Karen of Easton; daughter, AnnMarie (LaDuca) Kummer, of South Carolina; step sons, John Finken and his wife, Joanne of Easton, and Scott Finken and his wife, Lindsey of New Hampshire; grandchildren, Meagan, Alyssa, Katie, Cassidy Corey, Ian, Erin; great grandchild, Emma; and a sister Lena Appleman and her husband, Edward of Forks Twp. In addition to his parents, he is preceded in death by his loving wife, Judith (Hamlen) LaDuca; grandson, Matthew Finken; sisters, Catherine Schinstine, Josephine Fye; and brothers, Joseph and Anthony LaDuca. Calling hours will be held on Thursday, October 2, 2025 from 8:15 AM until 10:15 AM at Morello Funeral Home, Inc., 3720 Nicholas Street, Easton, PA (Palmer Twp.) A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 11:00 AM in St. Anthony of Padua Roman Catholic Church, Ninth and Lehigh Streets, Easton, PA. Interment will follow at St. Anthony's Cemetery. To plant Memorial Trees in memory of Samuel C. LaDuca, please click here to visit our sympathy store.

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Published by WFMZ-TV 69 News on Sep. 26, 2025.

Memorial Events
for Samuel LaDuca

Oct

2

Calling hours

8:15 a.m. - 10:15 a.m.

Morello Funeral Home, Inc.

3720 Nicholas Street, Easton, PA 18045

Oct

2

Mass of Christian Burial

11:00 a.m.

St. Anthony of Padua Roman Catholic Church

Ninth and Lehigh Streets, Easton, PA

Oct

2

Interment

12:15 p.m.

St. Anthony's Cemetery

Cedarville Road, Easton, PA 18042

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Morello Funeral Home, Inc.

3720 Nicholas St., Easton, PA 18045

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Joseph Dagon II

September 28, 2025

May. Condolences to LaDuca Family and Friends of Sam.
May Sam Sleep in the Arms of his Lord.

Jerry Sirotnak

September 28, 2025

Rest in peace, Sam

Shelby(Horton) Karwacki

September 28, 2025

AnnMarie and Family,
May you find strength in your faith at this time of need.

Bonnie Hendra

September 27, 2025

To Ann Marie, Stephen, Patrick , and jimmy, Prayers and blessing to all of you at this very difficult time and also to the extended Laduca family ,your father was one of the best I´ve seen when I use to come over and visit , strick, stern but loving , Hold on to all the memories you have had with him , He has had a wonderful life with raising you 4, And you all turned out great ,it´s really nice to see you all grew up close and so near to each other , Prayers and my deepest condolences , I also wanted to let you know I would of been there but I will be out of town I´m very sorry. Bonnie Hendra

Karla V Organetti.

September 27, 2025

I was a neighbor of Sam´s for a very long time. I enjoyed watching Sam and Judy work in their yard. It was so beautiful. Rest in peace you´re in my prayers.

Michael LaDuca

September 26, 2025

Best uncle I could ask for!

Robert J Miklas, USN.

September 26, 2025

Sam, you stand relieved from your post. A job well done fellow veteran. America thanks you for your service to our country in the defense of freedom. The final volley has sounded and taps is about to begin, ending a successful career as a nation´s defender. Farewell fellow veteran.

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