Robert J. Hnatow, 47, of Allentown, formerly of Bethlehem, passed away on Feb. 11, 2021, in Lehigh Valley Hospital after a long illness. He was the beloved son of Dolores Ann (Julian) Hnatow of Allentown and the late Paul Hnatow. He was a graduate of Northampton H.S. and a parishioner of Notre Dame of Bethlehem Catholic Church. Robert enjoyed simple pleasures in life and especially liked Polka's, the Chicken Dance and watching cooking shows. He also enjoyed bowling and volunteering for Meals on Wheels.

Survivors: In addition to his mother, Dolores, he is survived by his sister, Christine A. Hnatow of Bethlehem; brother, Paul A. Hnatow of Northampton; cousins and friends.

Services: A visitation will be held on Wednesday, Feb. 24, 2021, from 10-11:00 A.M. in the JAMES FUNERAL HOME, 527 Center St., Bethlehem. Due to COVID-19 restrictions, funeral services will be private for family followed by burial in Holy Saviour Cemetery. More info at www.jamesfuneralhome.org.

Contributions: In lieu of flowers, contributions to VIA of the L.H. Valley (Day Program) 336 W. Spruce St. Bethlehem PA 18018; Meals on Wheels of GLV, Attn: Cori Rolón, 4240 Fritch Dr., Bethlehem, PA 18020 or Good Shepherd Rehab Hospital (Water Therapy Program in memo) 850 S. 5th St, Allentown, PA 18103.

NOTE: Due to COVID-19, the Funeral Service will be private, however the service will be live streamed here to his obituary page by clicking the webcast button from the Menu..