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Karl Metler Obituary

Karl F. Metler TATAMY Karl F. Metler, 97, formerly of Tatamy and Renaissance Senior Living since 2015, passed away on Friday, Feb. 2, 2018, in St Luke's Hospital-Anderson Campus. He was the husband of Eleanor Hoffstadt Metler, with whom he shared 75 years of marriage last February. Born March 2, 1920, in Tatamy, he was the son of the late Karl and Carrie Messinger Metler. Karl graduated from Easton High School in 1937. Inducted into the Army in 1941, Karl was a World War II veteran who proudly served his country in Africa and Europe until 1945. He later attended jeweler's school for 18 months and watchmaking school for two years. Karl was employed at Ramball's Jewelry Store in Bethlehem from 1949 until his retirement in 1985. He was a member of St. Peter's United Church of Christ in Tatamy, and the Tatamy Fire Company. Karl was an avid animal lover. Along with his wife, Eleanor, Karl is survived by one son, Gary and wife, Beth, of Tatamy; one daughter, Carla Barr of Downingtown; two grandchildren, Marissa and Tara and her husband, Joe, and one great- granddaughter, Payton. He was predeceased by his sister, Ruth Ramball. Relatives and friends are invited to call on Thursday, Feb. 8, 2018, from 10 to 11 a.m. in the Schmidt Funeral Home, PC, 407 Belvidere St., Nazareth. A Memorial Service will follow at 11 a.m. in the funeral home. Karl will be laid to rest in Forks Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorials in Karl's memory may be offered to the American Cancer Society LV Unit, 3893 Adler Place, Suite 170, Bethlehem, PA, 18017 or the Center for Animal Health & Welfare, 1165 Island Park Road, Easton, PA 18042. Please visit a tribute page for Karl at www.schmidtfuneralhomepc.com. Schmidt Funeral Home, P.C. 407 Belvidere St. Nazareth, Pa. 18064 (610) 759-2650

Published by The Express Times from Feb. 6 to Feb. 7, 2018.
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It can be so hard to face the first year without your loved one, but the love of family and friends can carry you through.

William and Janet Hunt

February 7, 2018

Carla and Family,
So sorry to hear of your father's passing. My Thoughts and Prayers to all of you during this difficult time.

Rick Hageman

February 6, 2018

Our thoughts are with you. May God bring you comfort during this difficult time.

Dale and Nancy Mengel

February 6, 2018

Sir,
I did not know you personally, however I would very much like to "Thank You" for your dedicated and honorable Military Service to OUR country.
As a member of the "GREATEST GENERATION" and as a "WORLD WAR II VETERAN", you Sir are my HERO!
At a later date we will meet in that "SPECIAL PLACE" which GOD reserves for ALL of those who have stepped forward to serve their country in a Military Uniform.
May ALL of GOD'S blessings fall upon your dear family!

Sergeant Major (E-9) Larry E. & Mrs. Sheila M. lliams, US Army/ Retired

February 6, 2018

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