John Wehr Sr.

1928 - 2016

John F. Wehr, Sr., 88, of Bethlehem, died on Monday, December 19, 2016 at Holy Family Manor. He was born April 19, 1928 in Bethlehem; son of the late Warren Joseph and Verna Catherine (Mutter) Wehr. John was preceded in death by his wife of 53 years, Mildred I. (Paules) Wehr. John was a graduate of Bethlehem High School and was a devoted supporter of Liberty High School. He was a proud member of the U.S. Army during the Korean War. John retired from the Bethlehem Steel Corp. after over 35 years in the Cost Accounting Dept. In retirement, John enjoyed serving as a crossing guard for the Bethlehem Area School District. He was also an avid fan of Philadelphia sports teams. Earlier, John was a coach for the former East End Little League and he also was a manager in the city softball league. He also served as an usher at Our Lady of Perpetual Help Church. Survivors: John will be dearly missed by his children, Jack Wehr and his wife, Mary Jo of Bangor; Debbie Horvath and her husband, Bill of Florida; Ron Wehr and his fiancé, Sherie Nichols of Florida; and Lisa Anthony and her husband, Jeff of Saylorsburg; as well as his eleven grandchildren and five great grandchildren. John was predeceased by his daughter-in-law, Janet Wehr. Services: The Connell Funeral Home is honored to assist in arrangements. A visitation will be held on Tuesday, December 27, 2016 from 9:30-10:45 a.m. at Our Lady of Perpetual Help Catholic Church, 3219 Santee Rd. Bethlehem, PA 18020 with a Mass of Christian Burial to follow at 11 a.m. Burial will be held at Holy Saviour Cemetery. Contributions: In loving memory of John's wife, Mildred, memorial contributions may be made to the Alzheimer's Association, 617 Main St. Suite A, Hellertown, PA 18055. Condolences may be offered online at www.connellfuneral.com.