Edward Karl Mansell, of Shohola, PA, formerly of North Catasauqua, PA , passed away Thursday evening in Belle Reve Nursing Home, Milford, PA. He was married to his late wife, the former Angela Marie Backhaus for 57 years at the time of her passing in 2012.
Born in Allentown, son of the late Harold and Ethel (Shellhammer) Mansell, he was a graduate of Allen High School, Allentown, and played the trumpet at many local venues and events. He served with the U.S. Army during the Korean War. He worked for Western Electric for 39 years as a Tool and Die Maker until his retirement in 1989. Ed was known as an always helpful neighbor.
He is survived by his four children, Kathi Glowacky and her husband Mark of Scottsdale, AZ; Perry Mansell and his wife Roberta of Valdese, NC; Karen Crouthamel and her husband Dave of Bethlehem, PA; Eric Mansell and his wife Elizabeth of Shohola, PA; grandchildren, Paige Glowacky, Robert Lanphere, Jodi Gibson, Jonathan Mansell, Amie Mansell, Micaiah Mansell, Alyssa Mansell; 5 great grandchildren and his sister Madeline Eckert; his niece Cindy Driscol and his nephew Chris Eckert.
A memorial service will be held on September 24th at 11:00 A.M. and will be officiated by Pastor Bob Misiak at Blue Grillhouse Restaurant at 4431 Easton Ave. Bethlehem, PA 18020 followed by a memorial luncheon buffet.
In lieu of flowers please send a donation to The Compassionate Care Hospice Foundation at (302) 368-8944 or www.cchfoundation.net.
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John Gibson
It was very sad to hear about Perry’s dad passing. I am glad we had a chance to bring Jodi up to see him a few days before his final moments. I often told Jodi that her grampa reminded me a lot of my grampa, he had that way to put a smile on your face and was always great with all the kids. I remember the time we spent with him just this past summer at Henry’s birthday party. It was such a delight. I know for awhile he has been hoping to go home and join his wife and even though we will miss him, I know at least now he is free from all the pain and hurt this world brings. I am praying for the family during this difficult time; especially his kids. I want to remind everyone that we never truly lose someone while alive unless we forget them, Mr. Mansell to me was that kind of person that everyone will remember for the rest of their life. Everyone I met that knew him loved him. <3
Carol and Brian Reynolds
We miss you Ed. You were one of a kind and made our world a happier place. We’re so grateful that you were our neighbor. Hopefully you’ll have some Johnny Walker Black waiting when we meet again in heaven.
Love Brian and Carol
Carol and Tom Lavoie
We are so very sorry. Praying for Perry and whole family. Wish we could be there.