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Happy Birthday Pete! (We really miss you.)



Always in our Hearts

Jim & Kim


Dec 26, 2020

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MEMORIES & CONDOLENCES
Guest Book sponsored by George and Anne Berg
(https://www.legacy.com/guestbooks/MCall/peter-karoly-condolences/86355894)

155 entries

August 13, 2020
When I transferred from Woodrow Wilson to Garfield back in 1962, Peter was one of the first kids I met. He introduced me to many of my new classmates, something I've never forgotten all these years later. After reading these tributes, it's obvious he was a good man in so many ways.
Ron Ringler
Classmate

February 28, 2019
Happy Heavenly Birthday, Pete!

Love,
Your Sister Candy
Candy Stalteri

February 28, 2019
Candy Karoly Stalteri

March 1, 2018
Choosing to celebrate your life today, on your birthday, March 1st.

You made the world a better place.

With love,
Always and forever,
Kimmie


April 25, 2017
Pete & Lauren:

Hunter and Savannah are doing well.

Miss you both.
Your big sis
Candy

February 2, 2017
Dear Peter and Lauren,
It is your 10 year anniversary tonight. We light a candle once again in loving memory of a brother and sister in law gone way too soon. You are loved and missed by family and friends. Just want you to know that Hunter and Savanah are doing well and are joy in my life. I am happy to raise them and,love them well. One day, we will all be together again. Until then, the candle keeps the flame of love ever present. Love from your Big Sister Candy (Joanne and Kim too along with Jen, Geoff, Todd, Kelly, Shelly, Jeff, and on and on...)
Candy Stalteri

November 6, 2015
Miss you.
Candy

March 1, 2013
Happy birthday, Peter. We miss you and we miss Lauren. Know that you will always be in our hearts. All our love!
Your big sister,
Candy

February 3, 2013
Another year and you're still in my heart.
Lynda Press

March 1, 2012
Good morning, Peter - and Happy 58th Earthly Birthday, (Hard to believe it's been a little over 5 years!) We miss you and think about you always. Love you! Hunter and Savanah send their "hugs". Your big Sister, Candy
Candy Pamerleau

February 3, 2012
You would figure that with the passage of time that pain would ease, but everyday and every month it just gets worse. I won't let your memory die or be distorted so rest in peace brother.
Anonymous

January 31, 2012
My heart is still broken
Lynda Press

January 3, 2012
I pitched for you in 97, You were good people who lived each day to the fullest. I just learned of this in 2012 and am shocked as if it just happened.
Rest in Peace friend.
Brian Toronto

October 4, 2011
RIP my friend.
Jeffrey A. Costa

October 3, 2011
I can't believe it's over 4 years already. R.I.P my cousin Peter.
jimmy flamish

April 28, 2011
Peter: It's been over four years now and it still seems like yesterday. So many things have changed and I so wish it could have been a different ending. I miss you both. JMB

April 1, 2011
Dear friends we will nver forget you and the fun we had together
GUS AND SOPHIA KARTSOTIS

February 1, 2011
Thinking of you and Lauren and hoping you are at peace. Jimmy and I connected and reminisced about old times. Your are thought of often and missed deeply.
Lynda Press

February 2, 2010
Peter its been 3 years, things have changed, but ill never forget your insight or what you tried to teach me. I will succeed on my life's mission thanks to you and Lauren. I hope you two found the loving embrace of our Lord and maker.
Miklos

April 29, 2009
I played catcher for the Ams back in 2003. Everytime I had to run back for a wild pitch (It was generally my fault the ball got by) Peter and his beautiful wife were always there with big 'ol smiles on their faces.

I didn't get to meet Mr. Karoly until later in the season. We weren't doing so well that year, and he wanted to play in a game. He was there before every game for a week in the batting cage practicing. He wanted a catcher in there for his sessions and i was back there a few times and remember his fun loving attitude, his positive words, and his great sense of humor. (Well I guess we all had a great sense of humor watching him hit) :) But at the same time he had a great will and determination to take it seriously and make a good showing, which he did, making contact with a well hit ground ball to second base in which I believe was his only at bat.

I just wanted to share this story, and say thank you to Mr. Karoly for the kind words while I was catching for you. Although maybe if you hadn't asked ME for advice on your swing that ground ball would've been a line drive instead!

So Mr. and Mrs. Karoly, thank you for giving a 23 year old kid with a dream the best summer of his life, and have a beer and a hot dog with Babe Ruth, I hear he has some good stories.
Kevin Moore

April 1, 2008
Pete,
You are missed. What I'd do just to hear your voice again. I'll see you on the return trip. I know you never would have believed it...peace be with you.
JMB

October 2, 2007
Dearest Peter,
You had my heart many years ago and I had yours. I was fortunate to be there when you were starting your legal career in law school at Pepperdine. I think of you often and am so sad to learn this news.
You and Lauren will be forever bound by this tragedy.
Make a wish, baby
Lynda P
July 9, 2007
R.I.P
March 13, 2007
To the Karoly Family - I just heard of this tragedy. I've lived in FL for 11 yrs.,now, but I am still in contact with many people in Allentown. While entertaining some visiting Allentown snowbirds last evening, they told me. I was shocked and it is beyond belief for me. My compassion and sympathy are with the entire family. I am proud to be able to sign Peter's guestbook, albeit late. May Peter and Lauren's memories give you peace in the times to come. I am so sorry.

Cheryl Gagliardi
cheryl gagliardi

February 25, 2007
To the Karoly Family,
I was deeply saddened when learning of Peter & Lauren's untimely passing. Our elementary days at Garfield & our high school days at Trexler Junior High & Dieruff are fond memories I will always have to hold on to. Although our paths have not crossed since then, I did have the opportunity to reunite with Peter at our 35th class reunion. Of all the people there, Peter made me & my husband feel the most welcome. Unfortunately, we did not have the opportunity to meet Lauren, but were able to admire her beauty from a distance. Since this unfortunate tragedy, both of us are glad that we were able to share those few short moments with Peter.
After reading the entire guest book, I am amazed by all the lives Peter & Lauren have touched, along with their accomplishments in their careers & community. They will be irreplaceable.
Our thoughts & prayers are with you.
Peter & Lauren will be greatly missed.
God Bless Your Family
Beverly (Walter) Sarge & Family
Jack, Carly, & Stephanie
Beverly (Walter) Sarge
February 19, 2007
We were deeply saddened to learn of the recent passing of Peter and Lauren. We are so sorry and our thoughts and prayers are with you.

Joe and Jean Warf, Jennifer (Warf) Murphy, and Jerome Warf
Jennifer Murphy

February 16, 2007
My sympathy goes out to the entire Karoly family.Good lawyers are hard to come by..good people like Peter even harder.May God keep you by his side.
Cliff St.John

February 15, 2007
Dear Peter,
When I first started playing the Lehigh Valley as a musician in 1986, it was not long after that you hired Tom Epler and I to play a few annual Christmas parties for your company; when I began working with singer Dominique in 1990 you also hired us for some private events and gigs at your Havilland Grille in the '90's--you and Lauren were always so gracious and proudly gave us exposure for our music. You and I also got to know each other in intimate chats about religion and politics at various watering holes in the Valley--I will always treasure those talks. It was not until the Memorial at Dubbs Church that your brother John made it aware to us all about what an accomplished musician you were--and how your guitar playing even paid a few bills for you in your early days...so many talents you had Peter--perhaps the greatest was your manner of fostering and encouraging the talents of everyone that came in contact with you. We all became better people by being in your orbit. It is now up to us--as your brother John so fondly noted at the memorial--to carry on that spirit that you and Lauren embodied to better the Lehigh Valley and our own corners of the world. Until we meet again Peter, keep your guitar tuned because I'm bringing the keyboard.
Jim Loftus

February 13, 2007
Peter,
Lorenzo played ball for you and what an honor. We owe so much to you for giving my husband and I the opportunity to meet & become lifetime partners. I truely know there are two very special angels in heaven. Allentown does not feel the same without Peter and Lauren. Our prayers are with the family through this very difficult time.
Salinda & Lorenzo DelaCruz

February 13, 2007
To the Karoly Family
I'd like to extend my deepest sympathy, Peter was a great guy. I remember going to the Ambassador's game and was talking to Peter and he saw my two grandson's and asked if they would like an autographed baseball he told Cory and Ryan that he would be right back and sure enough he gave them both baseballs signed by the whole team, I couldn't thank him enough he had a personality so big and a big smile to go along with it. We would always see Pete and Lauren in the bleechers behind home plate what a cute couple. This was such a terrible tragedy. May God Bless your family and help heal your loss. Sherry and Tim Yocum and Family
Sherry Yocum
February 13, 2007
Pete:

No matter where you were, you took time to hug me and give me a kiss. Also, I'll never forget when you told your Uncle Freddie you owned the Ambassadors. He was so proud of you! He told me it was always your dream to be in baseball. Your "DREAM CAME TRUE"

God Bless You Pete,
I Love You,
Love Aunt Jeanne
Jean Fischl

February 12, 2007
I had the honor of knowing and working with Pete as the administrative asst at eRAD in Allentown a few years ago. He was so sincere and compassionate, and had one of the biggest hearts. Working there was one of the best jobs because everyone is more of a family then coworkers. I will never forget the endless humor, and stories that are shared among everyone...and Pete always brightened up with smiles, and had a true love for his work and community. I don't ever think he let that brain of his sleep! He was so loyal and so giving to his employees, friends, family and all he loved. I still remember the trips to pick up his dunkin donut coffee for early morning conferences or the quick lunch from ham fam.... and the quick chats when I would run into him, no matter how busy he was.. just to make sure things were going good. He was a great man on earth, and sure he is doing extraordinary things in heaven. The sky really does belong to the stars! We may grieve here on earth, but he is happy beyond our imagination up in heaven....until we are all reunited in God's glory. My condolenses to the family...may God Bless you all.
Giovanna Ybarra

February 12, 2007
Peter,

I love you so very much. My life will never be the same without you. You have touched it in so many ways. The world is a much better place to live because of your many contributions. You have accomplished in life what many people can only dream about! I remember you as someone who always looked for the good in people. You were like a magnet for people, they loved to come up to you and speak with you. You always said the right words and your smile and laugh were not to far behind.
I loved giving you a hug and a kiss. I will miss your bearhug!

Your willingness to mentor me and others is indicative of your genuine love of people. You told me recently that you had some other things you wanted to accomplish and you wanted to help other people, including myself.
I'm sorry you can't finish your plan.

Your spirit, energy, passion for life, intelligence and business acumen along with your unique personality separated you from most other people I met in life.
However, your "down to earth" approachability made everyone love you even more!! You were a rock star!!

You're special, one of a kind, truly genuine kinda guy! Every where I go in the Lehigh Valley, they know you, love you and will miss you!

You not only helped me over the years but you helped my family when my father was sick and eventually died. We always remembered your love for my father and our family. You came into our life when we needed it the most.

I enjoyed talking business and socializing with you over the years. Your conversation was so enjoyable to listen to and your ideas were exciting and visionary.

Some of my best times with you and Lauren were golfing together.

You always picked up the tab - when we and other people were dining with you. You are a very generous person! People loved to have fun with you both.

I loved when we talked about Matty - you always were very interested in his development and interests.

As you know, Matt loved your commercials and someday wanted to practice medical law with you!
I told him, if he does enter that profession some day, that he can dedicate his practice to you in your memory.

When we did things together - nothing was better! I always look forward to our time together.

I will always cherish the last 10 weeks or so of your life when we were talking about eRAD, your medical software company and your interest in wanting me to be the Sales Director for the Northeast Region.

I was so excited about the opportunity and felt honored that you thought I was ready for this responsibility.

And lastly, flying with you and Mike a couple of weeks ago - when we went down to South Carolina to visit your company and meet everyone.

I felt like a million dollars flying with you and was very proud of you flying me and answering my questions about the plane and flying in general.

The ride was smooth - being up there with you was so surreal!!
I will never forget that flight.
You were a great Pilot and I felt very safe with you and Mike!

The world will not be the same without you. Your pastor said that "we should take something we loved about Peter and help other people" as he did.

In Peter's honor lets all do a "good deed" for someone and not let anyone know we're doing it!

One man can truly make a difference!

Nobody did it the way Peter J. Karoly did!!

I will miss him forever!! Peter tell my father and the other Karolys that we always think about them and someday we will meet again!

Sincerest condolences to John, Candy, Peter, JoAnne, Joey and Kimmy

All my love,
Mark, Marian and Matt Karoly
Mark Karoly
February 12, 2007
To the Karoly Family:
I met Peter several times while working for him in Charleston, and once had the pleasure of meeting Lauren also. What a terrible tragedy to lose such intelligent, vibrant people. My thoughts are with you all.
Sally Lewis

February 11, 2007
John, Candy, Joe, JoAnn, and Kim,
I was so sorry to learn of Peter's death and the death of his wife,
too. What a loss for everyone touched by his and Lauren's existences. Though I left Allentown long ago, you and our childhood days on Washington Street are remembered fondly, and I will remember you in my prayers. What a wonderful man Peter became.
Susan Gilbert Beck

February 11, 2007
This is from Joy and Bob Miller. We were both in shock when we found out in the news of your recent loss. We have had John, in our prayers for a long time now! I feel so greatful that we met at Weiss a little months ago-not knowing what happens in life!

All of you will be in our prayers and thoughts.
Joy and Bob Miller

February 11, 2007
An old friend of your Mother and Father.
Hugh Harkins

February 11, 2007
To The Karoly Family, my deepest sympathy to all for your loss, I knew Pete from Dieruff HS, as well as seeing him at the ambassador games, he always took the time to stop at talk,no matter how busy he was, he always had a big smile,and kind words, always, he was such a wonderful person in many ways, my thougths and prayers are with you at this difficult time,Peter will truly be missed many people, he touched so many lives.
Catherine (Katie) Annoni

February 10, 2007
May God hold you tenderly close to Him as you endure this sad, sad time.
Judith Black

February 10, 2007
Oh, Peter where did you go? you left us so sudden, but the love that you left behind is eternal. I am grateful for the past 7 years that you allowed me the pleasure of working with you at the law office. We became more like family over those years. Your inspiration, kindness & gratitude kept me going every day. I didn't look to you as a boss but as a big brother with a heart larger than life. My sympathy goes out to you John, Joanne, Kim, Candy, Joey and Michael for the loss of such a wonderful brother who loved his family. Always and Forever in my heart I will never forget you.
Doris Neeme (Bath, PA)
Doris Neeme

February 10, 2007
John and family,
please accept my deepest sympathies.I will always remember the times we had growing up together as one family to another.peter j. was always there for me.
thank you, barry & christine koerbler (SUMNER AVE CARWASH) MAY GOD BLESS .
barry koerbler

February 10, 2007
I got to know Peter and Lauren through the years of living in the lehigh valley.I found them to be such great people, always laughing,smiling and Peter always ready to shake your hand. Lauren was a beautiful women bringing much class to this area, I always thought" my god what elegance always with a hat a smile etc. I find it sad that such good people who did such good are gone. My deepest sympathy to all the karoly's and angstadt families, Peter and lauren will live forever in our hearts. Christine Thomas
christine thomas

February 10, 2007
They will be missed. When Pete and Lauren owned the Havilland, I really got to know them. They both encouraged me to write and I am now a published author. Our best to the families - so sad!
Jack Ellstrom

February 10, 2007
Candice, I was so shocked to hear of your brother, Peter's, death. My prayers are with you and all your family. I know that I have not seen you since Dieruff, so you know me as Christine Billheimer.
Christine Rubertelli

February 10, 2007
To the Karoly and Angstadt Family,
Our hearts go out to you at this terrible tragedy. As children, my husband was a neighbor of the Karoly family and has many memories of the earlier years and Peter as their paperboy. Peter was a testament as to what can be accomplished with hard work and a kind heart. Peter and Lauren will be greatly missed by family, friends, business associates and the community they served so well. Our thoughts and prayers are with you. With our deepest sympathy, George and Lynne Snyder
George Snyder

February 10, 2007
So sorry to hear of the loss of two very fine people. Our community will be deprived of all their good works and accomplishments. I have known Pete and Lauren for 18 years and I will miss them greatly.
James Geiger, Sr.

February 10, 2007
I wish to extend my deepest sympathy to each member of the Karoly family. I will always remember the joy that Pete had and shared with the people around him. I remember Pete from Dieruff High and worked with him on community projects back then. His charisma and leadership abilities were clearly evident. Since then, every time I would see him he would always take time to talk, share, and would offer, some of his business services to me at no charge, including medical, and tickets to the Ambassadors games. He and his wife Lauren were very hospitable! I will continually keep the Karoly family in my prayers. May GOD rest his souls of Peter and Lauren!

In Sympathy,
Tony Bucha
Tony Bucha

February 10, 2007
JOHN,
OUR THOUGHTS AND PRAYERS ARE WITH YOU AT THIS VERY DIFFICULT TIME.
JACK, JUDY AND FAMILY

February 9, 2007
So sorry to hear the news. My thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time. It's been such a long time since I have seen you guys but I hope you remember me. Paulette Kehm-Yelton. My grandmother lived on Cedar St. and I also went to Dubbs with Joe and Joanne
Paulette Kehm-Yelton

February 9, 2007
We were sorry to hear about Peter and Lauren. I've worked for Peter at his home and office. Recently I was working on his old building on 7th street. He took the time to talk to me about my goals for my future and gave me advise on how to accomplish them. They will be greatly missed. Our thoughts and prayers will be with all of you during this difficult time.
John, Susanne, Bradley, Amber and Macy Rogers

February 9, 2007
My brother, Al Fedor, and I want to express our heartfelt sympathy for the families of both Pete and Lauren. We painted the advertising billboards at the ball park, and enjoyed a very pleasant working relationship with Pete. I recently ran into Pete and Lauren at the Eagles playoff game at Lincoln Financial Field. They were a great couple. My brother and his family, I, my wife, and our grandchildren truly enjoyed the Ambassador games.
Richard Fedor

February 9, 2007
So sorry for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you. With Our Deepest Sympathy -
The Stan Parenti Family

February 9, 2007
Pete's laurels are legendary, so I just want to say a few words about Lauren. She was a bright and shining star in her own right; talented, smart, personal, and beautiful - everything most any woman would also like to be. She was my friend and my dentist, and she is irreplaceable. Rest in peace, Lauren.
Chris

February 9, 2007
Joanne & family. Our deepest sympathy. We wish we had some way to ease your sorrow.You are in our thoughts and prayers.
Love, June & Ron Pollock, Summerville, SC
June Pollock

February 9, 2007
Joanne & family,
Please accept our deepest sympathies for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Sarah Branham & Ed Orser
Summerville ELKS 2719
Sarah Branham

February 9, 2007
Joanne,

Our prayers and thoughts are with you and your family. If Libby and I can do anything for you and your family please let us know. We are with in in spirt. We will see you when you get back to Charleston.

Steve and Libby Minton
Steve Minton

February 9, 2007
May your memory live on forever in the hearts of your family and friends. On behalf of Emergency Management International (USA), Inc, we want to send our condolences to the friends and family of Peter Karoly. Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you.

February 9, 2007
I was so sorry to hear of your loss. As a friend of Joe and Brenda Karoly in South Carolina, the loss of his brother, Peter, and his wife, hurt my heart very much. The thoughts of many are with you at this time of sorrow.

May the God of undeserved kindness remember them at the time of the resurrection. (John 5:28-29)
Frank Torres

February 9, 2007
Unbelievable tragedy, but even with the tears I still smile to myself when I think of Peter. He always greeted me with a hug even at business meetings. His generosity and concern for all those who were lucky enough to have met him are the things that stand out most in my mind.
Rest now Peter, there are no cell phones or email in heaven.
My prayers and the prayers of my family are with all the families.
Megan

February 9, 2007
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Janie McIver

February 9, 2007
MY DEEPEST SYMPATHY GOES OUT TO THE KAROLY FAMILY. I WILL NEVER FOGET ALL THE FAMILY.I JUST SAW PETER ON THE THURSDAY BEFORE THE TRAGEDY AND WE TALKED ABOUT THE OLD NEIGHBOR HOOD AND HOW IT CHANGED.WE ALSO TALKED ABOUT THE HELP HE GAVE ME AND MY FAMILY WITH THE PASSING OF MY 3 WEEK OLD GRANDSON. MY DAUGHTER AND I WILL NEVER FORGET PETER.HE BROUGHT PEACE TO MY DAUGHTER IN HER MOMENT OF NEED, THAT IS THE TYPE OF PERSON PETER WAS AND WILL BE REMEMBERED FOR. AGAIN MY DEEPEST SYMPATHIES TO ALL THE KOROLY FAMILY
THOMAS MINAR

February 9, 2007
Unlce Peter, Aunt Lauren and family,
The two of you will be missed by so many and forgotten by none. From what I knew and what I've heard; you truly are amazing, wonderful, loving, gifted and talented people to name a few. I wish I could take away all the pain and sadness that your family and friends feel. When I heard the news late that night I could not believe what happened. When I got to visit the entire family back in 2001 or so, I felt a sense of comfort when I met the two of you after so many years. I'll never forget you two. I'm sure you've gone to a better place together and one day I'll see you again. To everyone who knew these wonderful people, my thoughts and prayers go out to you. I will miss you more than words could ever express. To the Karoly family, I'm truly sorry for the loss of these two great people and the loss of their pilot. May the Lord be with each and every one of you.
Christie Karoly

February 9, 2007
Our deepest sympathy to the whole Karoly Family. Peter and Lauren will truly be missed; they were both such loving persons with a wonderful heart and compassion. If all the people in this world could be like Peter and Lauren you would find that the world would be a happier place. However, you have sacrificed a truly precious couple to reside with our Lord. We will all miss their laughs, love, and melodious voices. Remember though, they left us with the most precious gift of all THEIR MEMORIES. May God bless the entire Karoly Family and help see all of you though this tragedy. Please keep your family strength in your time of need. We know it is hard to comprehend a loss, especially with losing 2 at one time. But please be strong as a FAMILY for we are sure Peter and Lauren are looking down upon you now and forever.

Our Deepest Sympathy !
Bonnie & Louis Palinkas Jr.

February 8, 2007
My deepest sympathy to Peter's family on their loss. I learned of his death from my sister, who remembered that I was a friend of Pete's when he was a student at Trexler Junior High School (1967 - 1968). Pete put together the band one of the previous guests recalled (I was the drummer she referred to). Other members were William Cowley, Michael Kindt, and Keith Symons. Pete was our leader, putting the group together, organizing practices, and getting us our "gigs". I remember him as a bright, outgoing, funny, talented kid. A truly great guy.
Bob Falk

February 8, 2007
As the days and weeks pass, and as you return to life’s routine, may you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of family and friends.
Jeffrey A. Costa

February 8, 2007
John & Family:
I am so sorry for your loss.
I remember Peter from growing up around 5th and Washington
Streets. I was also there that summer at the Allentown
Motor Inn working with Peter.
Rick & Linda Magee
Rick Magee

February 8, 2007
Our Deepest Sympathty goes out to the Karoly Family,for both Peter and Laurren they will be sadly missed.
Denton.A.Kriebel
and Lorraine Krisanda
Denton.A Kriebel

February 8, 2007
Karoly/Angstadt Families,
I am still in shock and sad since I got the call last sat. I had the great pleasure of working for Peter and Lauren as the GM of the Ambassadors and like so many others have said here I was treated like family I will always remember the smiles on their faces and the kindness in their hearts and all of the Lehigh Valley is a better place because of Peter and Lauren's love and philanthropy.
Michael Jermain

February 8, 2007
To The Karoly Family:
I will always remember seeing Pete at the Ambassadors games with his wife Lauren. My daughter worked for the Ambassadors as her very first job and always enjoyed it. It was not that long ago I saw Pete at Wegmans and we chatted for a bit. He was always very outgoing and a smile no one will ever forget. I will always remember how close his family was with my very good friend and her family Sue (Fischl) Shellhamer (his cousin). May Lauren and Pete rest in peace. My deepest sympathy to all of you.

Joan Isaacson Klucharich
Joan Klucharich

February 8, 2007
Dear Karoly Family,
I am so sorry over the loss of Peter and Lauren. They both will be saddly missed. My sister Gina and brother-in-law Bill, will be lost without Them.
May the memories of your beloved Peter and Lauren live on forever in your heart's.
They were together in life and now together in death.
In sadness,
Bernie Diehl
Bernadine Diehl

February 8, 2007
We would like to express our condolences to the karoly family. Peter will be deeply missed in the comunity and will be in our prayers. Bill Roader/Mel Busher:Emmaus Pa
melody ROEDER

February 8, 2007
Joanne, Ted and The Karoly Family:
Your South Carolina Family extends our deepest sympathy and is keeping all of you in our thoughts and prayers. Be safe and know you all are loved.
Ellen Stengel

February 8, 2007
I was very sorry to hear of the tragic accident that took the lives of Peter and his wife Lauren. My thoughts and prayers are with the entire Karoly family. I feel sad about not being able to get to know all of my cousins. I would love to hear from Joey and Joanne.
Cindy Tatkovsky (Karoly)

February 8, 2007
My son remembered when Pete gave him a baseball that had been hit foul. Pete was always considerate and made sure attention was forwarded to both my children. That was the kind of person he was!

We love you and will miss you.
The Kelly Family

February 8, 2007
Dear Karoly Family,
We wish to express our deepest
sympathy for your loss. I'm a
hometown Kutztown girl who was a
few years younger than Lauren. I
remember her from those days at
the Kutztown Pool. She was always
fun to be around even when she was
lifeguarding. All of us "junior
high age" girls looked up to her
and wanted to be just like her.
Then many years later our paths crossed at an Ambassadors game
I had taken our young son, Andrew,
to. We spent some time catching
up. Both Peter and Lauren took
an immediate liking to Andrew
and he stayed with them during
part of the game, then came and
sat with me, then went back to
them. I asked them if he was
bothering them and they both said
no, they enjoyed him. He was
talking baseball (Keith Maxwell
was his favorite Ambassador at
the time) and "law" with Peter
(like only an 8-year-old could)
because at that time he wanted
to be a lawyer. He thought Lauren
was beautiful. Andrew thought
they were great. Every game we
went to after that he always
looked for Peter and Lauren so he
could say hello. I even said to
Andrew shouldn't you be calling
them Dr. Angstadt and Attorney
Karoly and he told me they told
him he could call them Lauren
and Peter.
Well, years have gone by and
Andrew is now a sophomore at
Dieruff High School. He, too, was
saddened by this tragedy. We
share a deep faith and thank God
for their lives who touched so
many others in so many ways and
we pray for strength in the days
ahead for all of you. Their love
and admiration for each other
could be felt and together they
are in Eternity, taken too soon,
but taken together.

Sincerely,

Jeff & Debbie (Kercher)Krauss
and son, Andrew
Allentown, PA
Debbie Krauss

February 8, 2007
I wanted to say that I am sorry for your loss. When Mr. Karoly was unable to help my family with a case, he was sincerely sorry. Our thoughts and prayers are with the entire family. May God bless you all.
Carrie Beers

February 8, 2007
I was Saden to hear what happen. I am truly sorry, my thoughts an prayers are with, John Karoly, and all his family. May God give you strenth, to help you through this sad time... My thoughts and prayers are with you.
I am Deeply Sorry......... Peter Karoly was a great guy....
Joann Blaukowitch

February 8, 2007
To the Karoly Family,
May you find strength in knowing that others share your pain and sorrow, at this difficult time in your lifes. May you find hope that god's promise will bring us all together to his eternal everlasting life, and we will meet Peter again, one day. Til we meet him again, find comfort that we leave him in the hands of the lord.
Evon Iskra

February 8, 2007
John, Joanne, Candy, Kim, Joey, and Michael, my heart aches with sadness and the tears are none stop. I spent 13 years of my life with Peter and Lauren as an employee of Pete's law firm. Peter was not just my employer but also a friend. Being a single parent he and Lauren would always go out of their for me and my son. Peter had to make sure that I had the best baby shower at the office. He always said that our office was one big family and to this day friends that I met there are my best and dearest ones. To know that they will spend eternity together softens the heartache. They will be truly missed.
Marie Yurgosky

February 8, 2007
My very first job when I was 14 years old was working at the Allentown Ambassadors, where I took sold tickets and did many other things.

To this day, it is still the job I have enjoyed the most because of the
friendly people I worked with and the fun atmosphere.

Although, I never spoke to Mr. Karoly in person, I can remember him and his wife sitting behind the plate for games on several nights.

I am very sorry to hear of this tragic accident and my thoughts and prayers are with the
families.
Monica Klucharich

February 8, 2007
I would like to thank everyone for their kind words, tender condolences, and heart warming memories of both Peter and Lauren, the Karoly family thanks everyone for the best wishes and support in this time of loss. God bless us all.
Michael Karoly

February 8, 2007
My Dear friend I will truly miss you. You treated me like I was your friend and as if I were your only client. You were my hero. From the very first day you told me "Don't worry Ms. Allen, I will take care of you and Joey" you made me feel strong enough to take on the system. I will continue now even harder for you too. Oh, yeah, I did get that CD we shared last time I saw you. It will always bring me Joy and Happiness...Thank You for sharing "Jazz" with me.
We Loved you and will miss you Peter J. You went too soon, but the good ones always do, and you were the best.
CYNTHIA ALLEN

February 8, 2007
To Joanne, Teddy and all the family. OUR prayers are with you all. Peter's passing is leaving a lot of spaces that cannot easily be filled. So sorry Dear Joanne, we know how much you love your brother.
Marcie & Paul Fenner

February 8, 2007
David & Diane Steiner

February 8, 2007
To my dearest family, some things I'd like to say...
but first of all, to let you know, that I arrived okay.
I'm writing this from heaven. Here I dwell with God above.
Here, there's no more tears of sadness; here is just eternal love.

Please do not be unhappy just because I'm out of sight.
Remember that I'm with you every morning, noon and night.
That day I had to leave you when my life on earth was through,
God picked me up and hugged me and He said, "I welcome you."

It's good to have you back again; you were missed while you were gone.
As for your dearest family, they'll be here later on.
I need you here badly; you're part of my plan.
There's so much that we have to do, to help our mortal man."

God gave me a list of things, that he wished for me to do.
And foremost on the list, was to watch and care for you.
And when you lie in bed at night, the day's chores put to flight.
God and I are closest to you....in the middle of the night.

When you think of my life on earth, and all those loving years
because you are only human, they are bound to bring you tears.
But do not be afraid to cry; it does relieve the pain.
Remember there would be no flowers, unless there was some rain.

I wish that I could tell you all that God has planned.
But if I were to tell you, you wouldn't understand.
But one thing is for certain, though my life on earth is o'er.
I'm closer to you now, than I ever was before.

There are many rocky roads ahead of you and many hills to climb;
but together we can do it by taking one day at a time.
It was always my philosophy and I'd like it for you too...
that as you give unto the world, the world will give to you.

If you can help somebody who's in sorrow and pain,
then you can say to God at night......"My day was not in vain."
And now I am contented....that my life has been worthwhile,
knowing as I passed along the way, I made somebody smile.

So if you meet somebody who is sad and feeling low,
just lend a hand to pick him up, as on your way you go.
When you're walking down the street, and you've got me on your mind;
I'm walking in your footsteps only half a step behind.

And when it's time for you to go.... from that body to be free,
remember you're not going.....you're coming here to me.

Ruth Ann Mahaffey (author)
©Copyright 1998-2007
James & Maryann Paluch

February 8, 2007
As frequent guests of the fusion grille restaraunt when it was open and as my friend and lawyer seeing the picture of Lauren and Peter together brings happiness through this very sad time. They were to me two of the kindest people I have met and I will dearly miss you as I pray for them and family. This is a truley sad time for those whose lives they have touched.
Kevin guthrie

February 8, 2007
I grew uo with the Karolys at Dubbs church, where i was organist years ago. I ran into pete, with my son at an Ambassadors game and he invited us to sit in his box with him, and goy my son into the dugout to get autographs on a bat he gave my son, he was one of a kind and i will always cherish my memories of him at Dubbs Church
Gary Reider

February 8, 2007
My deepest sympathy goes out the the Karoly family. I have known Pete for about 30 years and he was like a brother. He was always there to help in a time of crisis. He always was full of life and had a smile and laugh that would light up a room. I will miss bumping into him and always being greeted with that comforting hug. He was a truely wonderful person and accomplished so much. He was a gentleman and someone to look up to.
He will surely be missed by many. This was such a terrible tragedy, but at least him and Lauren are together in Heaven. Time can only dry the tears.
Sharon Costello

February 8, 2007
My deepest and sincere sympathy to the families of Peter and Lauren. It seems like just yesterday we were running into you and Lauren during our weekly outings to The Apollo Grill. My wife and I were there today and we found it incomprehensible that we will never see you again. A deep Sadness was felt for a special couple. We know you and Lauren are together in Heaven. But we will still miss your infectious laugh and your happy smile that you always had when you talked with us.
Chuck & Jamie Zovko

February 8, 2007
Our sincere sympathy to all of the Karoly family and their closest friends. Peter was a good friend that I met through all my years at the Sheriff's Office and became even closer through his good friends Bill & Gina Bruchock, my sister and brother-in-law. I know they will be lost without him. John you too are my good friend and my prayers are with your entire family.
Loretta Pursell and family

February 7, 2007
The Karoly family, Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family on this most saddest of days.
Kirk and Mona (Ali) Swales

February 7, 2007
Oh, Peter where did you go? you left us so sudden, but the love that you left behind is eternal. I am grateful for the past 7 years that you allowed me the pleasure of working with you at the law office. We became more like family over those years. Your inspiration, kindness & gratitude kept me going every day. I didn't look to you as a boss but as a big brother with a heart larger than life. My sympathy goes out to you John, Joanne, Kim, Candy, Joey and Michael for the loss of such a wonderful brother who loved his family. Always and Forever in my heart I will never forget you.
Doris Neeme

February 7, 2007
John, Joe, Joanne & Kim,
I was so shocked and deeply saddened to hear about Peter and his wife. I have good memories of all our "porch talks" back on Washington St. I know my family and I will keep you all in our thoughts and prayers.
Linda "Kudla" Lavender

February 7, 2007
To The Karoly family and Peters friends...

In the quiet moments, When the hurt is hard to bear. May Love become your shelter and may the beauty of precious memories be your comfort.
YOU ARE HELD IN GENTLE THOUGHT AND PRAYER.. GOD BLESS!! I'M SO SORRY FOR YOUR LOSS..
Kim Oliver

February 7, 2007
We were lucky enough to be neighbors of Peter and Lauren for most of the 90's. They were both always great to us and our kids. The Lehigh Valley has lost two stars.
Bill Alpaugh

February 7, 2007
To the Karoly family, Words cannot express my deepest sympathy. I was very fortunate to work for Peter & Lauren with the Ambassords. I met the two of them as a baseball fan the inagural season,10yrs ago and will never forget when I asked Peter to run a bus trip to NJ, he finally gave in after Lauen said let her do it. It was a success and a few days later he asked me to work for him and I was very proud to so, I will never forget our trip to Quebec, or our bus trips to NJ. Lauren and Peter were always there on the bus with the rest of the fans and enjoying every minute.
Peter and Lauren will be sadly missed by all.
Carol & Tim Hecht
February 7, 2007
My deepest sympathy to the Karoly family. I will always remember Pete as the "larger than life" person he was. He was a generous and passionate man with a laugh as big as his heart. I am so sad about this tragic loss.
Gail Levine
February 7, 2007
My deepest sympathy to the Karoly family.
Jeff Nelson
February 7, 2007
My deepest sympathies go out to Peter & Lauren's families. I only worked with Peter for a short time and met Lauren twice, but they were kind and decent people and will be missed by many. Again, my thoughts are extended to all.
Lori Lichtenwalter

February 7, 2007
Oh Peter. I will miss you.

I remember . . . church camp -- and Trexler Jr. High. You were Brutus in Julius Ceasar - we just laughed about that at our high school reunion. And I remember your band in Jr. High with Vitali and the others! I still can't remember who played the drums. And High school at Dieruff - gees the goofy stunts we pulled!

Then we grew up. . (well sort of!).
What a treasure you found in Lauren.
What great joy you brought to us -(to the whole Valley)- with the Ambassadors! My kids will always remember you for those fun evenings.

I'll always remember your warm welcomes when we would run into each other - I will miss the hugs.

You came so far and accomplished so much - making great use of the talents God gave you. Your leaving has left an empty spot in my world.

Candy and John and Joe - my thoughts and prayers are with you and and Joanne and Kim and Michael.

My condolences also to Lauren's family and the family of their co-pilot, Michael Milot.

All too young.

Mary
and Craig, Nate and Leana
Mary E. (Geise) Carvin
February 7, 2007
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
David Adams
February 7, 2007
Lauren and Peter's smiles will be missed.Thanks for the memories!
Dennis (yogi) Young
February 7, 2007
It is hard for me to believe that it has been more than 20 years since Peter called me and said, "I want you to meet a girl I've been dating, I think she's the one I've been waiting for." My husband and I met Peter and Lauren at the Bay Leaf for dinner and immediately fell in love with her. She and Peter would visit often over the years and when Art passed away their kindness and love helped me through a difficult time. I know they loved each other very much and loved life together. My last memory of them both was saying good-bye to them in January before I left for Arizona. We hugged and kissed and I promised to call when I was settled. I never got to make that call. To John,Becky,and the family my sincere sympathy and heartfelt prayers. You are remembered in my prayers and I know that our Lord in His mercy will hold both Peter and Lauren in the light of His love through eternity. I will never forget how much they loved to laugh.
Linda Beers
February 7, 2007
A true GENTLEMAN with Class and Dignity.One of our dearest friends. Will miss his great laugh,
good humor & beautifil smile.Knew him for 25 years as a friend and professionally. GOD BLESS YOU,we will never forget you.
GUS & SOPHIA KARTSOTIS

February 7, 2007
My deepest sorrow to the family's of Pete, and Lauren with this terrible tragedy. We knew them both and they
were wonderful people.
STEPEHN GEHRINGER
February 7, 2007
To the Karoly Family,

We are saddened to have learned of this tragic accident and no words can even begin to express our deepest sympathy but we can express the great times shared with this wonderful couple.

My husband and I worked security for Peter & Lauren at the Allentown Ambassadors and my husband went to Dieruff with Peter. We knew them in different capacities, as a business professional and fellow classmate.

Both Peter and Lauren with be missed immensely by all who have come to know them and love them. They were two of the most down-to-earth people and never gloated about their accomplishments in life.

God had a plan for them and called them to His home for a reason; a reason that we will never know.

Peter and Lauren: Rest in peace and know that your legacy will live on in those that knew you.
Joni (Schiffert) & Dave Tedesco
February 7, 2007
To the family and friends of Peter and Lauren. May their beautiful memories comfort you during your time of loss. They will both be truly missed by all those whose lives they have touched.
Idearc Media / Verizon YP
February 7, 2007
Peter always had time to stop and and say hello when you ran into him.I'm sorry for your loss.
Don Duckworth
February 7, 2007
To the Karoly family,
I'd like to extend my deepest sympathies. Pete was a great guy. It's so hard to believe. My brother and father both worked with Pete...Havi and Ambassadors and they always enjoyed doing so. He always had time and a smile for them.
I'm sorry for everyone's loss.
Valerie Chambers-Barber

February 7, 2007
To The Karoly Family:
Our deepest sympathy to you and
all the family. Our prayers are
for Peter and Lauren, and all the
family.
Sincerely,
Joyce Herbert and Family
sally herbert-breslin
February 7, 2007
My deepest and sincere sympathy to the Karoly family. I enjoyed many wonderful moments with Peter from when he first delivered documents to the courthouse for his brother John and unti our meetings after my retirement. He was down to earth and a great guy. He will be missed.
Richard E. Dornblaser
February 7, 2007
Please accept my deepest sympathies. Pete and Lauren were good friends, they will be missed
Dave Trump
February 7, 2007
To the Karoly family,
I am sorry for your loss. It saddens me to hear this. We all grew up together and i always look up to everyone in your family.I will miss Peter,he was like my own brother.
Frank Evans
February 7, 2007
I first met Peter in 1985 when I moved to Allentown. At that point he was my client, he quickly and permanently became my friend. I have been gone from the Lehigh Valley many years, but I will always see that wide,warm smile when I think of him. My deepest sympathies go out to the families of this tragedy.
Thank you for the memories Peter.
Jim Mattise

February 7, 2007
A terrible lost to the community.
They were kind at heart.
Wayne Romascavage
February 7, 2007
Karoly Family,
We were blessed to have Peter represent our son in litigation against him. Peter's professionalism and profound legal ability literally saved our son's life. We will be eternally grateful for all that Peter did for us. God bless all of you,
Sharon and Barry Miller
Barry Miller
February 7, 2007
My condolences to the Karoly family.
Tom Donahue
February 7, 2007
I had the privilage of working for Peter and Lauren at the Haviland Grille. I was the very first employee they hired for the Havi and stayed with them off an on until it changed hands. They were incredibly good to me and a source of strength and encouragement through a very difficult time in my life. They will always hold a very special place in my heart and when I think about Peter's larger than life laugh it will bring both a smile to my face and a tear to my eye. THEY WILL BE MISSED!
Shannon Atiyeh
February 7, 2007
To the Karoly family,
I went to Dieruff HS and participated in the broadway shows with Peter. I can still see him performing the role of "Marcellus" in The Music Man and loving that role. I shall always remember his "winning smile" and energetic passion for life. May his spirit live on and his soul rest in peace. He shall be greatly missed.
Rosemary Murdy-Haber

February 7, 2007
My deepest sympathy to John and the entire Karoly family on the loss of Peter and Lauren. I had the pleasure of working with Peter over many years. He had a wonderful sense of humor and an always-present smile. He will be deeply missed.
Dolores Young
February 7, 2007
My deepest sympathy goes out to the Karoly family and Angstadt family. I remember very well the many times I waited on this great couple at Pistachio..avocado slices, flat bread, and white chocolate martinis! That was standard when they came in...they are in my thoughts.
Ashling Smith
February 7, 2007
It was always a pleasure to work for Peter when he engaged me for musical entertainment. He was an all-round great guy who appreciated music and supported the arts. Both he and his wife were generous, fun-loving people who will be missed in our community.
steve brosky
February 7, 2007
Our deepest sympathy to the Karoly family. The loss is so great that no words can express the grief. Our prayers are with you constantly.
Richard and Gail Kulah
February 7, 2007
To the Karoly family,

My sympathy on the loss of Pete and Lauren.

"Jesus said to her, I am the resurrection and the life. He who believes in ME, though he may die, he shall live. And whoever lives and believes in ME shall never die. Do you believe this?"
John 11: 25-26

May they continue in heaven what was started on earth.
virginia schlegel

February 7, 2007
My deepest sympathy goes out to all in the Karoly family. He will be sadly missed by all.
John Dillinger
February 7, 2007
Words cannot express the sorrow. May God Bless you and Keep you.
Richard & Suzanne Wehr
February 7, 2007
John and Family:
I had the pleasure of working with Peter for a couple of years and getting to know what a truly incredible human being he was. He had the biggest heart and an even bigger smile. I am a much better person for having known him. He and Lauren will be missed by all.
Katie Cosgrove
February 7, 2007
Please accept my deepest sympathies for the lose of Peter and his wife Lauren. It is such a tragedy to lose loved ones in the prime of their life. Rely on the strength provided by your friends and family members and your faith during this very difficult time.

Sincerely,
Cheryl (Olivieri) Jacoby-Diehl Former member of Dubbs Memorial UCC
Cheryl (Olivieri) Jacoby-Diehl
February 7, 2007
My sincere condolences to Peter’s family and extended family in your time of grief. May you find comfort that he and Lauren are at peace with God.

I had the pleasure of working for Peter for 2 ½ years. He was nothing less than an inspiration to me. He not only treated those he employed with respect, but, he actually cared about everyone as well. I will miss his warm smile and hugs when he visited our office.
Lee Ann

February 7, 2007
My sympathy goes out to the karoly family in the loss of peter. He will be missed forever. He inspired me with my first book on computers, which is what i do today. Love your cousin Jimmy.
jimmy flamish
February 7, 2007
You gotta believe heavan is filled with the best of. Some people leave their mark in this world in a shorter time than others. We are thankful for all his kindness in touching so many lives in so many special ways. My thoughts and prayers to the family and friends.
Elley Strobl
February 7, 2007
Joanne and Family, I am so sorry for your loss. My prayers are with you.
Joanne Gilbert Kauffman
Joanne Kauffman
February 7, 2007
May the Almighty Fathers Perpetual light shine upon you.
Amen
David J. Bhaltazhar Esq.
February 7, 2007
My deepest sympathy to the families....God bless everyone. I knew Pete when I worked in the DA Office and now I am with Judge Banach. He was a wonderful man with a wonderful smile.
June Poczak

February 7, 2007
Our deepest sympathy to the family.
Richard, Linda & Alison Kreitz
February 7, 2007
John & Family,
On behalf of the Lehigh Valley Dental Society, I would like to extend our deepest sympathy for the loss of your brother and his wife, Dr. Lauren B. Angstadt.
On a more personal note, in 1971 as restaurant manager of the Allentown Motor Inn, I had the privilege of having a young college student by the name of Pete Karoly work a summer for me as a short-order cook. 35 years later he remained a friend.
Peter and Lauren will be dearly missed.
Jim Chambers
February 7, 2007
I was so sorry to hear of your loss. The thoughts of many are with you at this time of sorrow.
Jim and Diane Doll
February 7, 2007
I JUST SPOKE TO YOU ON WEDNSDAY AS I SAW YOU COMMING OUT OF THE HAM FAM RESTURANT ON HAMILTON,AND THE NEXT THING I HEARD THAT IT WAS YOUR PLANE THAT WENT DOWN ,I WAS IN SHOCK,BEACUSE ALL I COULD THINK OF IS YOU AND JIMMY C" BECAUSE I KNEW LAUREN WOULD BE WITH YOU , BUT JIMMY LOVED HIS FLYING AND I REMEMBER THE 4 OF US SITTING IN THE HAVILAND DISCUSING YOU TAKING UP FLYING LESSONS, AND THEN YOU HAVEING AN OFFICE AT QUEEN CITY AIR PORT, AND THE TIME WE ALL WENT UP TO WILKSBURY TO CHECK OUT YOUR NEW MRI CENTER WHICH WAS BEAUTIFUL, IT SEEMS AS IT WAS ONLY YESTERDAY THAT ALL OF THIS TOOK PLACE,YOUR FAMILY IS ON MY MIND AND I WISH TIME HEALS ALL , THESES WONDERFUL MEMORIES WILL NOT BE FORGOTTON, AND I STILL HAVE MY AMBASOTORS BASE BALL SHIRT STILL IN THE BAG, I LOOK AT IT AND I THINK OF YOU AND ALL THE GOOD TIMES THAT WERE HAD.THANKS FOR THE MEMORY" YOU HAVE SORED AND RECEIVED YOUR WINGS. YOU AND LAUREN ARE SUCH WONDERFUL PEOPLE
patricia infanti
February 7, 2007
My deepest sympathy to all of Peter's family, and many friends. He will truly be missed.
Dino Giovanni

February 7, 2007


That infectious smile will be missed.
February 7, 2007
My deepest sympathy to all that Peter has touched with his kindness. He was a very kind and giving man and the world was a better place because he was in it.
Jim Karoly

February 7, 2007
The loss of someone so close is difficult to bear. We share your grief.
Richard and Lynda Somach

February 7, 2007
The entire Zaccaro family is deeply saddened by the loss of Peter. Our boys enjoyed his youthful spirit when we attended the Ambassador's baseball games. Peter was always someone you could talk to with ANY legal matters. He was always willing to listen and help. He will be deeply missed by everyone who truly knew him. May GOD rest his soul. Our sincere sympathy to the Karoly family.

Nick, Anita Zaccaro and Boys
Anita Zaccaro
February 7, 2007

While at Dieruff H.S. such a long time ago, I knew him along with his brother Joey. Such an intelligent and worthy man he had become since then. I am deeply sorry and want to send my condolences to his family on this most saddest of days.
Karen Lee Kardos

February 7, 2007
David & Helen Peters

February 7, 2007
God bless you Pete. You were loved, and will be missed by many. My wife and I had the honor of meeting you 20 years ago, and we became good friends of yours. You treated us as family. You showed your sympathy for our son when he was having health problems when he was younger. I remember taking our family to watch your Allentown Ambassadores play baseball. You would see us at the games and invite us to sit behind homeplate to watch the game. Those times were a blast! My son still has the gameball which you had the players sign for him. I'll never forget your warm welcomes when we would meet, with a firm handshake and a hug for my wife. You will be greatly missed, and forever loved. May your family remember the love and the good times they've spent with you and your wife. The Becker family
Jeffrey and Karen Becker

February 7, 2007
Condolences. This is so very sad.
Rick Orloski

February 7, 2007
Our prayers are with the Karoly family at this time of grief. Peter can only be in a better place. John it has been many years since I have spoke with both you and Peter. I still remember the years when we delivered newspapers together. Too many times we lose track of our friends as we move away. Peter will be missed by many people. It is now time for Peter to take his well deserved rest.
Bruce & Deborah Walter

February 7, 2007
My sincere condolences to Pete's family. I certainly admired Pete's great success since our days at Dieruff both in his legal practice and in his businesses. But his commitment to the betterment of Allentown and his happy marriage to Lauren, a lovely woman, were his greatest achievements. I am so sorry he did not have more time to realize all his ambitions and dreams. He would have done it.

My condolences extend to Lauren's family and the family of their co-pilot, Michael Milot. Such a young man.

With sympathy,
AMH
Alicia (Rizzotto) Howard, Esq.

February 7, 2007
John & family, My thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult time, I will always remember the gentle and respectful person that Peter was.
Joanne Brantley

February 7, 2007
my deepest sympathy to all the family.
carolyn fiore

February 7, 2007
Joanne and family, my thoughts and prayers are with you during this terrible and difficult time in your life. I will continue prayers. Please take care and know I love you. Roxanne
Roxanne Bruner

February 7, 2007
To The Karoly Family & Friends,
We may not know each other at all, but I would like to say I am so sorry for your loss. I wish you all the strength durning this time of sorrow.

"God does not give us what we can handle,God helps us handle what we are given"
J H

February 7, 2007
Our deepest sympathy to Peter's brothers and sisters.Lois(Oswald)Wolff,Nancy(Oswald)Cannon and Bud Oswald.
lois wolff

Dec 22, 2020

Peter Karoly

Peter Karoly, Esquire
Peter J. Karoly, 53, of Bethlehem, prominent area attorney and businessman, died February 2, 2007, along with his wife of 22 years, Dr. Lauren Angstadt, when his private plane crashed in Massachusetts. Mr. Karoly was a member of Dubbs Memorial United Church of Christ, Allentown, and St. Paul's United Church of Christ, Kutztown. He was one of six children born in Allentown to John P. Karoly Sr. and Stella Fischl Karoly. He graduated from Louis E. Diedruff High School in 1970 and received his B.A. and B.S. degrees from Kings College in 1974. Upon graduation, he became a senior accountant with Coopers & Lybrand, New York City, where, after three years, he was hired away as a senior accountant by another big eight accounting firm, Peat, Marwick, Mitchell & Co. He then attended Pepperdine University School of Law, where he received his Juris Doctorate in 1981. Peter worked awhile with his brother at Karoly & Karoly Law Offices P.C., Allentown. He was a proficient trial lawyer but Peter opened his own  office so he could pursue business interests as well as continue his litigation practice. That practice produced numerous successful business enterprises and developed into a thriving personal injury and medical malpractice firm with offices at 1511-1525 Hamilton St., Allentown. 

Among Peters successful business ventures is a Pioneer Internet Medical Imaging Company, eRad Inc., with offices around the world. eRad was one of the first companies capable of instantaneously transmitting patient charts and diagnostic studies such as X-rays, Echos and M.R.I.s anywhere in the world for treatment or interpretation. Peter was also the president and C.E.O. of Physicians Imaging Centers in Greenville and Charleston, both of South Carolina. 

Peters entrepreneurial ship included bringing professional baseball back to the Lehigh Valley. For eight years, the community was treated to the Allentown Ambassadors, Independent League baseball. Peters express goal was to make attending professional baseball games exciting and affordable to everyone in the community. His team manager, Hall of Famer Ed Ott, brought a league championship to Allentown and set several records for fan attendance along the way. Peter had succeeded in having several million dollars placed in the approved state budget to build a new stadium for the team, but bureaucratic red tape held up the disbursement, causing the team to disband in 2005, but yet paving the way for Allentown's new AAA affiliate. 

Peters litigation successes were numerous and included a $22 million dollar medical malpractice verdict against Sacred Heart Hospital, Allentown. In his typical charitable style, Peter immediately became a regular Sacred Heart Foundation contributor. He was also a regular sponsor of numerous charitable events, including much beloved golf outings in which he and often his wife Lauren participated. When a Lehigh County deputy sheriff was shot and killed in the line of duty, Peter immediately supplied the entire department with bulletproof vests. 

Peter was a member of numerous law-related and other associations, including The Roscoe Pound Foundation, American Association for Justice, The Association of Trial Lawyers of America, Pennsylvania Trial Lawyers Association, Lehigh County Bar Association, Phi Delta Phi Honor Society, Brookside Country Club, The Cliffs at Glassy Country Club, Kingsmill, Williamsburg, Va., and Lobster Pond. He was admitted to practice before the Supreme Court of Pennsylvania, The United States District Court, Eastern District of Pennsylvania and U.S. Court of Appeals for the Third Circuit. 

Survivors: Sisters Kim R. Luciano and her husband Jim of Kissimmee, Fla.; Candice Karoly Pamerleau and her husband Don of Annandale, N.J., Joanne M. Billman and her husband Teddy of Monks Corner, S.C. Brothers John P. Karoly Jr., Esq., and his wife Rebecca of Allentown, Joseph J. Karoly and his wife Brenda of Winnsboro, S.C.; Michael J. Karoly and stepmother, Edith Karoly, both of Sommerville, S.C.; numerous nieces and nephews. 

Services: A memorial service was held at 11 a.m. Saturday, February 10, 2007, at Dubbs Memorial United Church of Christ, 457 Allen St., Allentown, with Rev. Dr. David C. Brown officiating. Interment will be private. Arrangements, J.S. Burkholder Funeral Home, Allentown. 

Mar 18, 2019

Peter and Lauren 

Pete's birthday March 1.