Jean A. Suarez

Jean A. (Freed) Suarez , 89, of Manor Drive, Palmerton, Lower Towamensing Township, PA, died peacefully early Thursday evening, October 13, 2022, surrounded by loving family at Hospice House of St. Luke's, Bethlehem.  She was the wife of the late Emil J. Suarez, Jr., who passed in 2017.  Born in Allentown, she was the daughter of the late Albert and Glenna (Richards) Freed.

Jean was part owner of the former Family Bakery, Palmerton.  Previously, she worked as a secretary and bookkeeper for George's Plumbing and Heating Co., Aquashicola, and the former Butz Lumber Co., Palmerton.  She retired in 1995.  Jean was a member of The Evangelical Lutheran Church of the Holy Trinity, and a 1951 graduate of Catasauqua High School.  She was an avid sports enthusiast and a true friend to all who crossed her path.

Survivors: Daughter, Betsy wife of Dale Hart of Hackettstown, NJ.  Sons, Emil J., III and wife Kathy of Saylorsburg, Robin J. and wife Shirley with whom she resided, Brian and wife DeNeil of Statesville, NC, and Todd and wife Sandy of Waynesville, NC.  10 grandchildren.  13 great-grandchildren.  Nieces and nephews. She was predeceased by brothers, Robert, and Walter.

Services: 11:30 a.m., Friday, October 21, 2022, Campton Funeral Home, 525 Delaware Avenue, Palmerton, PA 18071.  Visitation, 10:00-11:30 a.m., Friday in the funeral home.  Private Interment, Cedar Hill Memorial Park, Airport Road, Allentown.  Online Condolences: www.schislerfuneralhomes.com .

Contributions: Good Shepherd Home, 543 St. John Street, Allentown, PA 18103, or Church Memorial Fund.