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Joseph Montanari Obituary

Joseph F. Montanari, Sr.
Joseph F. Montanari, Sr., 51, of Laurys Station died January 29 in Lehigh Valley Hospital, Salisbury Township. Joseph and his wife Rondi (Wentling) Montanari celebrated 32 years of marriage. Born in Allentown, he was the son of the late Peter Montanari, Sr., and Anna (Goida) Montanari. Joseph was employed by J.P. Mascaro for 20 years. Survivors: wife; and mother; son, Joseph F. Montanari, Jr., of Laurys Station; daughter, Victoria, wife of William Fletcher, of Smyrna, GA; brother, Peter Montanari, Jr., of Catasauqua; sisters, Patricia, wife of Paul Seidel, of Allentown, JoAnne, wife of Dave Rizzuto, of Montclaire, New Jersey. Joseph was predeceased by a brother, John Montanari. Services: Friday, February 5 at 11 a.m. in the Reichel Funeral Home 326 E. 21st ST. Northampton. Family and friends may call Friday, 10 to 11 a.m. in the funeral home. Burial will follow in the Egypt Cemetery.

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Published by Chicago Sun-Times from Feb. 3 to Feb. 4, 2010.

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Gail Shirk

February 4, 2010

Rondi & Family, I would like to extend my deepest condolences.I am a very old friend back 36 years. Although time has past and friends are lost,memorys of friendships last forever. I am sorry I'm unable to be there but My thoughts are with you all.
God Bless

Dave Klucar

February 3, 2010

Rondi & Joe, I would like to extend my deepest condolences to you and your family at this most difficult time.

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