Photo courtesy of Ruggiero Funeral Home, LLC - Pen Argyl
Pen Argyl, Pennsylvania
Sep 29, 1929 – May 8, 2024
William A. Kerler, 94, of Wind Gap, passed away, Wednesday, May 8, 2024, at St. Luke’s Anderson Campus. He was the husband of the late Helen T. (Zopf) Kerler, who passed away, November 12, 2013.
Born in Easton, September 29, 1929, he was the son of the late Anton and Rose (Strobel) Kerler.
He attended Nazareth High School and honorably served his country in the US Airforce during the Korean War.
Prior to retiring, he was employed as a truck driver for Harvel Plastics, Forks Township and the former Schaible’s Bakery.
William was a member of St. Elizabeth of Hungary Parish, Pen Argyl, where he served as a cantor and was on the grounds committee. He was a Lifetime member of the Wind Gap American Legion and the Sampson Airforce Base Association. He was also a 4th degree and lifetime member of the Fr. DeNisco Council of the Knights of Columbus, where he was awarded “Knight of the Year” in 2004 and a member of the Teamsters Union.
He was deeply involved in the major renovations of the upstairs hall and kitchen of the Fr. DeNisco building and he was a great story teller of his trucking and delivery days.
He is survived by two daughters, Kathleen Martocci and her husband Michael of Brandon, FL, and Diane Lobb and her husband David of Belfast, three sons, William and his wife Deborah of Collegeville, Anton and his wife Christina of Wimauma, FL, and Neal and his wife Katherine of Wind Gap, nine grandchildren and eleven great grandchildren.
He was also preceded in death by a grandchild, Michael Martocci, two sisters, Dolores Jones and Eleanor Kelly, a half-sister, Margaret Henderson and four step brothers, John, Anthony, Frank and Louis Unger.
A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated, Monday, May 13, 2024, at 10:30 AM at St. Elizabeth Catholic Church, 300 W. Babbitt Avenue, Pen Argyl. There will be a viewing beginning at 9:00 AM until 10:15 AM at the church. Interment with Military Honors will follow at St. Elizabeth’s Cemetery, Pen Argyl. The Ruggiero Funeral Home, LLC, Pen Argyl is in charge of arrangements.
Online condolences may be offered at www.ruggierofuneralhome.com.
In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be offered to St. Elizabeth’s Building Fund, 300 W. Babbitt Avenue, Pen Argyl, PA 18072.
Read MoreGreat childhood memories visiting Bill and Helen. Loved hanging with all their kiddos. They were what seemed to me to be perfect parents. Very caring about their children and instilling in them good morals. RIP Bill. Now you and Helen and my mom and dad are together again.
Sharon Miller-Ballek
August 17, 2024 | Treichlers, PA | Friend
My deepest condolences to the Kerler family , in this difficult It was a honor getting to know Bill , he had one of the kindest hearts. May he rest in peace ,
Jordan Thomas
May 15, 2024 | Other
Diane and family, So sorry to hear of your dad´s passing, May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Linda Schisler (Kroboth)
May 14, 2024 | Friend
May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived,bill was all ways pleasant guy to talk with he would speak of how he liked to volunteer.
charlie cather
May 12, 2024 | Work
Dear Family and Friends of William. Deeply saddened to hear about the passing of William. My heart goes out to you and your family during this difficult time. William will always be remembered fondly for his warmth, kindness, and the countless memories he shared with family and friends. May you find comfort in the love and support of those around you, and may cherished memories bring you peace in the days ahead. With heartfelt sympathy, Kevin Ramaley and Family.
Kevin Ramaley
May 12, 2024 | Wind Gap, PA | Friend
To the Kerler family, Bill was a very kind and happy guy. I would stop and visit with Bill on my walks or wherever we met. He was usually working on his beautiful yard. He was a hard worker and very energetic. I loved his stories and hearing him laugh. I´m sorry for your loss. He will be greatly missed.
Maria Kukla
May 10, 2024 | Friend
Diane and family. My sincere condolences on the passing of your father. He was part of the greatest generation. May his soul rest in eternal peace.
Jane Dally
May 10, 2024 | Friend
To the entire Kerler family, Our deepest sympathy on the passing of Bill. He was a good and wonderful person. Our thoughts and prayers are with you. May your faith and good memories bring you peace and comfort.
Joe & Kellea DeFrank
May 10, 2024 | Friend
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Tom and Bonnie Waring
May 10, 2024 | Friend
