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Obituary for Wilbur C. Schlier, Sr.
Wilbur C. Schlier Sr., 89 years, of Allentown, died surrounded by his loving family holding the keys to heaven Wednesday April 19th, at his home. He was the husband of the late Kathleen (Bauer) Schlier. Born in Lehighton, he was a son of the late Vernon and Ella (Dotter) Schlier Sr.
He was employed by Fairtex Mills as a die machine operator for many years. He was a member of Holy Trinity Lutheran Church, Catasauqua.
He was an Army veteran of WWII and the Korean War, serving together with his brothers in Korea. He also served in the National Guard.
Survivors include sons Jeffrey A.and Wilbur C. Jr. and wife Deborah, daughters Gail Randis, Kathy MacKewen, and Sherry Creyer, 6 grandchildren, 3 step grandchildren, 2 great grandchildren, 7 step great grandchildren and many nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by 4 brothers and 3 sisters.
A Memorial Service will be held on Friday April 28th, 2017 at 11:30AM at BRUBAKER FUNERAL HOME, INC., 234 WALNUT ST. CATASAUQUA, PA 18032. A calling period will be on Friday from 10:30-11:30AM at the funeral home. Memorial contributions may be to Lehigh Valley Hospice 2166 S. 12th St. #101 Allentown, PA 18103.
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He was employed by Fairtex Mills as a die machine operator for many years. He was a member of Holy Trinity Lutheran Church, Catasauqua.
He was an Army veteran of WWII and the Korean War, serving together with his brothers in Korea. He also served in the National Guard.
Survivors include sons Jeffrey A.and Wilbur C. Jr. and wife Deborah, daughters Gail Randis, Kathy MacKewen, and Sherry Creyer, 6 grandchildren, 3 step grandchildren, 2 great grandchildren, 7 step great grandchildren and many nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by 4 brothers and 3 sisters.
A Memorial Service will be held on Friday April 28th, 2017 at 11:30AM at BRUBAKER FUNERAL HOME, INC., 234 WALNUT ST. CATASAUQUA, PA 18032. A calling period will be on Friday from 10:30-11:30AM at the funeral home. Memorial contributions may be to Lehigh Valley Hospice 2166 S. 12th St. #101 Allentown, PA 18103.
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Visitation
Friday
28
Apr
10:30 AM
- 11:30 AM
Brubaker Funeral Home, Inc. - Catasauqua
234 Walnut Street
Catasauqua, PA 18032
Service
Friday
28
Apr
11:30 AM
Brubaker Funeral Home, Inc. - Catasauqua
234 Walnut Street
Catasauqua, PA 18032
Cemetery Details
Location
Cedar Hill Memorial Park
1700 Airport Rd
Allentown, PA 18103
Memorial Contribution
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