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Dennis Fehnel Obituary

Fehnel, Dennis L.Dennis L. Fehnel, 69 years of Allentown died Monday March 16, 2015 in St. Luke's Hospital, Allentown. Born in Catasauqua he was the son of the Alfred and Addie (Miller) Fehnel. Dennis worked as a union carpenter for Local Union 600 for 34 years and the last 14 of those as the union business manager before retiring. He was a proud member of his union and his community. He was a loving family man and generous neighbor and enjoyed playing cards with his family and betting on the horses. Dennis served his country in the U.S. Army during the Viet Nam era. Surviving is his companion of 20 years; Gail Meyer, his ex-spouse Virginia (Gehman) Fehnel, sons Brian L. Fehnel and his wife Jennifer, David O. Fehnel, daughter Heidi Fehnel granddaughters Alissa, Andrea and Rebekka. Dennis is survived by sisters Lucille Foster, Nancy Hetton, Elaine Murdock, Rose Lawrence, Dorothy Fehnel, Barbara Rice, brothers Robert Fehnel and Michael Fehnel. He was preceded in death by sisters Jean Miller, Helen Bartholomew and brother Alfred Fehnel. Services: Funeral services will be officiated by Rev. Martha Sipe at 11:00am Friday in the Brubaker Funeral Home, Inc. 234 Walnut Street Catasauqua, Pa. 18032. His viewing will be 10:00am until 11:00am Friday in the funeral home. Online condolences may be sent to the family at www.brubakerfuneralhome.com.

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Published by Morning Call on Mar. 17, 2015.

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Wayman Williams

December 7, 2015

Dennis helped many carpenters earn a living in about 2000 he was in phill when my car broke down he gave me a ride home his father was born same year as mine 1909 my father died when I was about 22 Dennis father died when he was about 6 in 1962 he stole the basket ball from our player to go the states playoff liberty hs was where I went 1962 was my last year Dennis was a carpenter so was I Dennis was a boxer so was I than god for his mother Hattie for raising him and the family he will be missed I was shocked when I was I got the sad news Wayman williams retired bethlehem Dennis had a heart

Jessie Ramanauskas

March 27, 2015

My great Uncle Butch my heart dropped when I found out the bad news about your passing, you've always put the biggest smile on my face when I came to PA. I am so glad I was able to see you the past couple times I took my random trips. The way you would crack a joke on someone then smile and laugh right away is forever engraved in my mind. Another beautiful soul taken from us too soon, I will miss you so much. Rest in paradise. Love you <3

nanci mulzet

March 23, 2015

Dear Gail,
So sorry to hear that Dennis passed away. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
Nanci Mulzet

call me

Ron helman

March 20, 2015

To family of Dennis Fehnel. We lost a good man and a fellow brother (carpenter's)

Chrissy (Hetten) Upton

March 20, 2015

Uncle Butch our trips to PA will never be the same. I will miss your teasing and loving way that you always looked out for people. Who else is going to tell me that I still look like I'm in my twenties. You were always the life of the party. So grateful for the times we had together. You will be missed tremendously. May you rest in peace and may your spark comfort all who are grieving this goodbye. Love you always ... Chrissy

Cliff Rose

March 19, 2015

my condolences to the family and love ones of Dennis

Barry Simmers

March 18, 2015

Butch,sure going to miss you ,those nights at Denny Lamberts Listening to Country and western Music and drinking Rolling Rock. Hell of an athlete and good friend .
Have one on me.
Barry Simmers

Ronald Hetten Jr.

March 18, 2015

My thoughts and prayers go out to the rest of the Fehnel family,you will surely be missed !!

Joe Zelena

March 18, 2015

Our condolences to the loved ones of DENNIS in this time of grief . He was a great friend and union brother and will be in our memories and prayers Joe and Jean Zelena and Family

John Koons

March 17, 2015

I had one today for Butch.R.I.P. my friend.

Patti and Claude Corter

March 17, 2015

Our hearts are filled with great sadness over the loss of one of our best friends and neighbor we have ever had the joy of knowing. Dennis was a character but he always brought so much joy and laughter to our neighborhood with his humor and sarcasm, you never knew what he would say next!!He was a very kind man who would do ANYTHING and give EVERYTHING for his family, friends and neighbors without hesitation.. He treated us all like part of his extended family and we will NEVER forget him...Why did you have to leave us Dennis... we still need you.....Thank you for the best 5 1/2 years you have blessed us with being your neighbor, we will miss you terribly and Claude will miss your afternoon porch chats

Love and Kisses
Patti and Claude

Dorothy Baran

March 17, 2015

My sincere condolences.

Christine & Jason Ziegler

March 17, 2015

We are sorry for your loss Val, Andrea and family. You are all in our thoughts and prayers during this difficult time.

March 17, 2015

IF NOT FOR DENNY I WOULD NOT BE WHERE I AM TODAY. DENNY YOU`RE THE BEST. RIP

JOHN WEISS

March 17, 2015

Dennis was a great guy and Union Rep who was passionate about the role of Unions in our society. He was never shy about voicing his opinion when it counted and always there to lend a hand. We will miss him. Our heartfelt condolences to Gail and the Family.

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