Beatrice M. Croteau Beatrice M. Croteau, 84, of Macungie, died January 17, 2010 in Lehigh Valley Hospital. She was the widow of the late Robert N. Croteau. Born in Manchester, NH, she was the daughter of the late Adolph and Albina (Gingras) Senecal. She worked in the garment industry in Manchester, NH, serving as labor union president. She was a member of St. Thomas More Catholic Church. Survivors: Daughter, Karen S. wife of Mark Hoffner of New Tripoli; Brothers, Roland and George Senecal of Manchester, NH; Sister, Irene Cobian of Huntington Beach, CA; Grandchildren, Edward Graybill, Linzi Graybill, and Samantha Hoffner. Services: Private at the convenience of the family. Schantz Funeral Home, Inc., Emmaus is handling arrangements. Online condolences may be made to www.schantzfh.com