Maynard R. Werkheiser Jr.

1957 - 2021

Maynard R. Werkheiser Jr. obituary, 1957-2021, Nazareth, PA

BORN

1957

DIED

2021

FUNERAL HOME

Ruggiero Funeral Home

126 East Pennsylvania Ave.

Pen Argyl, Pennsylvania

Maynard Werkheiser Obituary

NAZARETH Maynard R. Werkheiser, Jr., 64, of Nazareth, passed away, Saturday, November 20, 2021, at Moravian Hall Square, Nazareth. Born in East Stroudsburg, August 10, 1957, he was the son of the late Maynard R. Werkheiser, Sr. and Barbara (Kern) Werkheiser. Maynard was a 1976 graduate of Bangor High School and was employed by Fanatics as a packer and prior to that, he worked at MCS Industries, Easton. He was a sports enthusiast. He loved the Miami Dolphins and NACAR Racer Davey Allison. He knew everything about sports, often calling in, answering sports questions of the radio station. He was of the Lutheran faith. Surviving is his beloved sister, Cathy (Werkheiser) Anklam, and her husband, Kurt, of Bath, and he will be greatly missed by family and friends. Family and friends are invited to call on Sunday, November 28th, beginning at 6 PM until 8 PM, at the Ruggiero Funeral Home, LLC, 126 E. Pennsylvania Avenue, Pen Argyl, and Monday, November 29th, beginning at 10 AM until time of funeral services at 11 AM, at the funeral home. Interment will follow at Plainfield Cemetery, Plainfield Township. Online condolences may be offered at www.ruggierofuneralhome.com. The family wishes to express their appreciation to Good Shepherd in Allentown and Moravian Hall Square for the wonderful care of Maynard. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be offered to the American Cancer Society, Lehigh Valley Unit, 3893 Adler Place, Suite 170, Bethlehem, PA 18017. Ruggiero Funeral Home, LLC 126 E. Pennsylvania Avenue Pen Argyl, PA 18072 (610)863-5750

Published by The Express Times from Nov. 23 to Nov. 24, 2021.
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To the Family Of Maynard, I offer my deepest condolences on the passing of your love one. I worked with Maynard at MCS. He was a very nice person and will be missed! R.I.P. Maynard

Beverly Ross

November 25, 2021

So sorry for your loss! Maynard was a class mate. My deepest sympathy to you and your family.

Bonnie Lynch

School

November 25, 2021

Cathy
So sorry to hear this sad news about Maynard. He was a great Cousin and Friend. Rest In Peace in the heavens, Maynard, until we meet again.

Brian and Alyce Predmore Thomas

November 24, 2021

Sorry to hear this sad news. RIP

Skip Albanese

School

November 24, 2021

Sending sincere sympathies to Cathy in the loss of your brother. May your friends, faith, and fond memories help you through this difficult time.

Patty Palmer Rutt

November 24, 2021

To Maynard's Family,
I'm so sorry to hear that Maynard passed away. God has gained another Angel. RIP Maynard

Alice Shook

School

November 23, 2021

A truly wonderful man.. Would do anything for anyone.. Will love and miss him greatly...

Tina Boyer

Friend

November 23, 2021

One of the kindness men I've ever known. May you rest easy

Michelle Bush

Family

November 20, 2021

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Nov

28

Calling hours

6:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.

Ruggiero Funeral Home

126 East Pennsylvania Ave., Pen Argyl, PA 18072

Nov

29

Calling hours

10:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.

Ruggiero Funeral Home

126 East Pennsylvania Ave., Pen Argyl, PA 18072

Nov

29

Funeral service

11:00 a.m.

Ruggiero Funeral Home

126 East Pennsylvania Ave., Pen Argyl, PA 18072

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