Magisterial District Judge Douglas Schlegel, whose district included the Wind Gap area, has passed away. He was first elected to the bench in 2011. Prior to that, he was a Bushkill Township and Easton City police officer. I did not know him personally, but no his time on the bench was plagued by numerous illnesses. In a Lehigh Valley Live report, Schlegel is described as a person who went out of his way to help people, even to the point of plowing driveways for his neighbors.
We are deeply saddened by the loss of Judge Schlegel. He was a true pillar of the legal community and an unwavering champion of justice. He was an honest and caring judge who approached every case with integrity and a deep respect for the law. He had a huge heart and was full of kindness and compassion.
On behalf of the Northampton County Court of Common Pleas, I want to offer our sincere condolences to Judge Schlegel's family, as we recognize the judge’s lasting legacy and the impact he had on countless lives.
3 comments:
No snarky comments from KK?
Do you "no his time on the bench was plagued by numerous illnesses" or do you "know his time on the bench was plagued by numerous illnesses"?
A sloppy tribute from a sloppy man.
A man stole from one of my family members (an item worth several hundred dollars) and Judge Schlegal gave the thief an opportunity to make restitution and have the theft charges dismissed. As much as I would like to see a criminal punished I admired the Judge for this deal and still do. May he rest with the Lord.
I am sure there are people who didn't fare as well with the Judge and like KK will be glad that he has passed. There is no shortage of people who lack self-awareness and human decency.
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