James “Jack” Schonberger

OBITUARY

James “Jack” Schonberger, 91, of Allentown, passed away on Thursday, May 21, 2026. He was the husband of Sandra J. (Spitz) Schonberger. Born in Lansford, he was the son of the late Albert and Ruth (Teichman) Schonberger. Jack was a member of Temple Beth El in Allentown. He received his Bachelor’s Degree from Penn State University, Class of 1956 and was a graduate of William Allen High School, Class of 1952, where he was a standout athlete in football, track and baseball. He also had the opportunity to play football for the University of Delaware for 2 years. Jack was the owner of the former Pennywise Women’s Clothing Stores in Allentown and the former Fashion Warehouse.

Survivors: Wife; Son, Michael Schonberger and his wife, Beth; Stepsons, James Wiener and his wife, Sarah, and David Wiener and his wife, Deborah; and Grandchildren, Madeline (Alex), Benjamin, Abigayle, Chloe, Jordyn, Jake, Alexa and Oliva. He was preceded in death by a Son, Andrew; and Siblings, Leonard, Gloria and Lillian.

Services: Graveside, 1 p.m. Sunday, May 24, 2026, at Beth El Memorial Park, Whitehall. Arrangements by Bachman, Kulik & Reinsmith Funeral Home, Allentown.

Contributions: In lieu of flowers, please consider a memorial donation in Jack’s name to Temple Beth El, 1305 Springhouse Road, Allentown, PA 18104.