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Leonard Heller Obituary

Leonard D. Heller, 85, of Allentown, passed away on October 19, 2023. Born in Allentown, he was the son of the late Gerald and Beatrice (Strohl) Heller. Leonard and his wife, Gail B. (Suldrich) Heller, would have observed their 64th wedding anniversary on October 21, 2023. He was a trackman for PB&NE Railroad for 33 years. When he was younger, he enjoyed playing fast pitch softball. In later years, he played golf.

Survivors: Wife; Daughters, Debra Gaffney and Susan Line and her husband Randall; Grandchildren, Tara Benson, Colby and Brandon Line; Nieces, Donna and Valerie Wimberly and Tina Hunter; Sister-in-law, Carol Heller. Leonard was predeceased by his Grandson, Stevin Gaffney; Brother, Donald Heller; and Sister, Joan Boka.

Services: A Memorial Service will be held at 10:30 AM on Wednesday, October 25, 2023, at Bachman, Kulik & Reinsmith Funeral Home, 17th and Hamilton Streets, Allentown. A calling hour will be held prior from 9:30-10:30 AM. Entombment to follow at Cedar Hill Memorial Park, Allentown.

Contributions: In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Animal Food Bank of the Lehigh Valley, 860 Broad St., Emmaus, PA 18049.

To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.

Published by Morning Call on Oct. 22, 2023.

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Robert Schmoyer

November 15, 2023

Was surprised to read this post. Leonard was my cousin. His mother and my mother (Mary (Miller) Schmoyer were half sisters. Do remember growing up with him, Donald, and Joan spending many days at his mom and dads house. My sympathies to you and your family.

Sherry Sicher

October 27, 2023

Hi Gail so sorry I couldn't attend the services for your husband . I'm so sorry for your loss. Sherry Boyer sicher

Mary Fabian

October 22, 2023

My deepest sympathy to Gail, Deb and Susan and their families. Dr. Fabian

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