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Raymond Jacoby Obituary

Raymond "Jack" Jacoby, of Allentown, passed away on December 26th at the age of 73. He was born in Allentown to the late Franklin Jacoby Sr. and Helen (Staub) Jacoby Gasdik and has been married for the past 54 years to his loving wife Dianne (Koehler). Jack had been a graduate of Central Catholic High School, class of 1960, where he participated in the band and orchestra. He then went on to achieve the rank of Sergeant in the Air Force, after which he worked as a customer service representative for Mack Truck for 33 years, retiring in 2002. He was predeceased by his Father, Mother, Father Stephen Gasdik Sr., and a brother Stephen Gasdik Jr.. Survivors: Wife Dianne, Children Todd and wife Sandy, Mark, and Michelle with husband Howard Kee, Grandchildren: Logan, Jennifer, Hudson, and Portia. Siblings: Franklin Jacoby, Deborah Kilyk and husband Walter, Dennis Gasdik and wife Kathy, Annamarie Holaska and husband Joseph, David Gasdik and wife Barbara. Services: A Graveside Service will be held on Wednesday December 30th at 10AM at Laurel Cemetery on Kimmett Ave, Whitehall, Pa. www.weberfuneralhomes.com

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Published by Morning Call on Dec. 27, 2015.

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dan xander

December 31, 2015

todd,sorry for your loss,i know how it feels since I recently lost my dad also.prayers for you and your family

DENNIS GASDIK

December 30, 2015

TO DIANNE, MARK, TODD AND MICHELE,
OUR CONDOLENCES TO YOU ALL...
WE ARE HERE IF YOU NEED ANYTHING...
WE WILL ALWAYS REMEMBER JACK IN OUR
OWN LITTLE WAY..TAKE CARE, LOVE TO YOU ALL.
UNCLE DENNIS AUNT KATHY AND COUSIN THERESA..XOXOXO

Judy Gasdik

December 30, 2015

Diane, Todd, Mark and Michelle, so very sorry for your loss..Jack was a great Brother-In-Law to me...many fun and fond memories...will miss him terribly. May he be pain free and at peace..Jack is now in great company to spend eternity..God Bless him and all of you..hugs and love Judy Gasdik.

Bob and Diane Nagle

December 29, 2015

Dianne and family, so sorry for your loss. We will continue to keep you in prayer for God's comfort, peace and strength. Love to all of you. Bob and Diane

December 28, 2015

Dianne, Todd, Mark and Michelle,

Our deepest sympathy for the loss of your husband and father. Jack was special to us and we will not only miss him, but cherish the fond memories we have shared over the years.

Jack was a great brother and Walt enjoyed his role as the brother in law.

We are so sad but are grateful that he is now free from pain.

Our love to all.

Walter and Debbie Kilyk
Breinigsville, PA

December 28, 2015

Dianne, Todd, Mark and Michelle

Please accept our deepest sympathy in the loss of your husband and father. We have fond memories and share many many happy times over the years.

Jack was a great brother, and Walt enjoyed the role of brother in law. Although our hearts are broken, we are happy that he is now without pain.

Our love to each of you and know that we are here to help in any way.

With love,
Debbie and Walt Kilyk

Todd Jacoby

December 28, 2015

Dad, thank you for giving me life and being a good grandfather to Logan and Jenny. We will always remember the great times we had. Hopefully, where ever you are, your at peace with loved ones that have passed before you. Go Redskins! Your son, Todd.

rose and danny hucko and family

December 28, 2015

Dianne and children. we are sorry for your loss. we will remember all the good times we had together with our families. lots of love from your friends and family.

Tracy Krapf (Gasdik)

December 27, 2015

Rest in peace Uncle Jack. I know dad, Grammy and Pappy were there to welcome you. Aunt Diane , Todd, Michelle, Mark and families we are very sorry for your loss. Please let us know if there is anything you need help with. Love you all very much. -Tracy, Randy and Madison

Tricia Gasdik

December 27, 2015

Aunt Diane, Todd, Mark and Michelle: I'm so sorry for your loss. Uncle Jack will be missed and always have a special place in my heart. Please know I'm thinking of all of you and your family at this time. Let me know if you need anything.

December 27, 2015

Dear Diane and family, So sorry to read of Jack's passing. I think of you often Diane and may God be with all of you at this sad time. Our prayers, Marcia and Herb Keichel

Debbie Kilyk

December 27, 2015

Well, Jack, your Redskins took the Eastern division title last night, and I want you to know that Walter was routing for your team. Will miss you dear brother but I want you to know you will always be in my heart. Debbie

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