Craig V. Beltzner

1923 - 2020

Craig V. Beltzner obituary, 1923-2020, Northampton, PA

BORN

1923

DIED

2020

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Schisler Funeral Home - Northampton

2119 Washington Ave

Northampton, Pennsylvania

Craig Beltzner Obituary

Craig V. Beltzner, 97 of Northampton, PA passed away on Monday, November 23, 2020, at his residence. Born July 19, 1923 in Lehighton, he was the son of the late Clayton and Laura (Reph) Beltzner. He was the husband of the late Beatrice (Frack) Beltzner who passed away in 2019. At the time of her passing, they were the longest married couple in Pennsylvania sharing over 78 years together. Craig honorably served his country in the United States Army during World War II. After his service, he worked for the Bethlehem Steel Corporation for over 30 years before retiring as a foreman. He was a long-time member of Good Shepherd Lutheran Church - Kreidersville. In his spare time, Craig loved horseback riding and caring for his horses. He also enjoyed working with his hands and building things in his workshop.

Surviving are son, Dennis Beltzner of Macungie, PA, daughters, Jacalyn Baker of Milton, DE and Beverly Ronco wife of Philip of Lebanon, PA, brother, Girard Beltzner of Whitehall, PA, sister, Joan Minarik of Walnutport, PA; 11 grandchildren; 7 great-grandchildren. He was predeceased by sons, Donald Beltzner and Craig V. Beltzner, Jr., and 3 brothers and 2 sisters.

Services will be held privately at the family's convenience. Schisler Funeral Home, 2119 Washington Ave., Northampton, PA 18067, has been entrusted with the arrangements.

Online condolences may be made to the family at www.schislerfuneralhomes.com

Published by Morning Call on Nov. 24, 2020.
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I will always remember him either working in his shop or when I was younger him with horses. God Bless him and the Family !
Love , Hilda and Family

Hilda Dougherty

Family

November 24, 2020

Thank you for your service to our country. Rest In Peace.

November 24, 2020

Sir,
Thank You for Your service to our country.

God Bless You!
God be with your family!

Sincerely,
A Grateful US Citizen

November 23, 2020

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