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Ruth Koder Obituary

Ruth S. Koder
Ruth S. Koder, 92, passed away at Westminster Village on Tuesday, December 3, 2013. She was born in Allentown on November 6, 1921, the daughter of J. Rudolph and May (Smith) Neubauer. She was the loving and devoted wife of George B. Koder, who passed away on June 4, 2013. Ruth was a graduate of Allentown High School in 1937, where she was active in sports, especially the girls basketball teams. Although she worked in various occupations, her main interest had been in music. She was a piano teacher for many years, at times having as many as 30 students. She was a lifelong member of St. Josephs Evangelical Lutheran Church where she served for most of her adult life as assistant organist, organist, choir director, and director of music. She sang in the church choir and was active in various organizations of church work such as Church School teacher, member of the Women of the Evangelical Lutheran Church of America, and various committees. Survivors: Brother, Robert Neubauer and his wife, Helen, of Whitehall; niece; and nephews. Services: 11 a.m., Friday, December 6, 2013, St. Josephs Evangelical Lutheran Church, 41 South Carlisle St., Allentown. Burial at Arlington Memorial Park, Whitehall. A calling hour will begin at 10 a.m. in the church. Trexler Funeral Home, Allentown is in charge of arrangements. www.trexlerfuneralhome.com. Contributions: In lieu of flowers, a memorial contribution in Ruths memory may be made to the church, 18109.

Published by Morning Call on Dec. 4, 2013.
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She was a wonderful person and always a joy to be with.

Les Moyer

December 9, 2013

She was a wonderful person and a great organist and choir director. It is mainly because of her that I am the church organist today. She helped me teach myself to play the organ. I also enjoyed having George on the choir. It was amazing that he could not read music but could so easily follow his part in the anthems. Ruth and George were a great inspiration to all who knew and loved them. I am thankful that I had the privilege of knowing and loving them.

Rose Heffelfinger

December 7, 2013

Barbara Flemish Dreisbach

December 6, 2013

Pat and Tim Gilbert

Pat and Tim Gilbert

December 4, 2013

We have fond memories and enjoyed Ruth and George's friendship for many years. Our travels to conventions, vacations, community service and church events. Ruth and George were great role models. Their commitment to each other and Godly example to our family meant so much to us. We celebrate a life well lived. Tim & PAT GILBERT....

December 4, 2013

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