Maryanne Emma Vorholy
OBITUARY
Maryanne Emma Vorholy, age 89, of Bushkill Township, Pennsylvania, passed away peacefully on June 15, 2026, surrounded by the love of her family.
Born on December 19, 1936, in Allentown, Pennsylvania, Maryanne was the daughter of the late Anna and John Koenig. She was a proud graduate of Central Catholic High School in Allentown, Pennsylvania. Maryanne lived a life centered on family, faith, and the simple joys that brought happiness to those around her.
Maryanne was preceded in death by her beloved daughter, Johnene Vorholy Argus; her brother, John Koenig of Allentown, Pennsylvania; her longtime housemate of more than 40 years, Raymond Free; and her former husbands, Arnold Harper of Somerset, Kentucky and John Vorholy of Bethlehem, Pennsylvania, both of whom were fathers of her children.
She is survived by her five daughters: Cyndi Brauzer (Mitch), Bethann Porter (Robby), Robin Stettler, Karen Schoeneberger (Dwayne), and Juliana Vitale (Tony). She was a proud and devoted grandmother to ten grandchildren and great-grandmother to two great-grandchildren. She is also survived by her brother, Richard Koenig (Jackie) of Whitehall, Pennsylvania; her sister-in-law, Rosie, widow of her late brother John; and many cherished nieces and nephews who will miss her dearly.
Maryanne found joy in life’s everyday pleasures. Alongside her former husband, John, she owned and operated the Clearfield Hotel (Bushkill Township), where she enjoyed meeting people and creating a welcoming atmosphere for guests. She was an avid reader, a dedicated gardener, and loved spending time in the kitchen cooking and baking for family and friends. She especially enjoyed going out to eat and sharing meals with those she loved. Above all else, Maryanne treasured being surrounded by her family, particularly her daughters, whose lives were enriched by her unwavering love, strength, and support.
Her kindness, warmth, and devotion to her family will be remembered always and carried forward by all who knew and loved her.
In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to Holy Cross Lutheran Church in Bath, Pennsylvania, in honor of Maryanne’s life and faith.
Services and a celebration of Maryanne’s life will be held at a later date in late summer or early fall. Details will be shared with family and friends once arrangements have been finalized.
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