Berniece K. Apple, 92, of Bethlehem, May 27, 2015. Widow of Dr. John M. Apple Sr. Born in Tamaqua, she was a daughter of the late George and Charlotte (Ditchy) Krell. Sister of Ted Krell and his wife, Joyce, of Hometown.

Grace L. Check, 77, of East Allen Township, May 27, 2015. Wife of Ronald Check. Mother of Todd and his wife, Connie, of Slatington.Anthony G. Herschitz, 72, of New Tripoli, May 25, 2015. Husband of Esther M. (Gruber) Herschitz. Member of Jacobs Church, New Tripoli. Father of April Beth Daugherty of Macungie, Faith Marjorie Campbell of Brodheadsville and Rachael Elizabeth Heintzelman and Anthony Robert Herschitz, both of New Tripoli.Mildred Fern Rang, 85, of Harrisburg, May 27, 2015. Born in Barnesville, she was a daughter of the late Henry Oscar and Gertrude Martin Rang.William A. Rulis, 85, of Barnesville, May 27, 2015. Husband of Leona (Bubnis) Rulis. Brother of Violet Russo, Marie Budroe and Thomas.