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Robert Urland Obituary

Robert B. Urland, 86, of Lower Macungie Township, passed away on June 21, 2023 at The Lutheran Home at Topton. He was the husband of Catherine E. (Searfoss) Urland and they would have observed 67 years of marriage this November. Born in Allentown, he was the son of the late William and Arlene (Sell) Urland.

Robert was a custodian for 34 years in the East Penn School District until retiring and he was a volunteer fireman for 30 years with the Emmaus Fire Company. He was a member of St. John's UCC, Emmaus.

Survivors: Wife; Daughter, Lynn Walters; Sons, Troy Urland and his wife, Jill, and Kevin Urland and his wife, Kirstin; Grandchildren, Dustin (Samantha), Dillon (Morgan), and Madison; Goddaughter, Carol Eidle; Brothers, William Urland (Chloe) and Barry Urland (Kay); Sister, Gloria Heim (Harold); Sisters-In-Law, Gail Urland and Jean Augustine. Robert was predeceased by his son-in-law, Joel Walters, and his brother, Richard Urland.

Services: Memorial 11 AM Wednesday, June 28, 2023 at St. John's UCC, 139 N. 4th Street, Emmaus, PA 18049. A calling hour will be held from 10-11 AM Wednesday in the church. Arrangements by Bachman, Kulik & Reinsmith Funeral Homes, Emmaus, www.BKRFH.com

Contributions may be made to St. John's UCC at the address listed above.

To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.

Published by Morning Call on Jun. 25, 2023.

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Missy

July 5, 2023

I went to school in the East Penn school district and have very fond memories of Mr. Urland's kind and caring demeanor. When he would cross your path he would always greet you with a big genuine smile. To be remembered fondly after all those years is a credit to his being.

Patsy Demko

June 28, 2023

So sorry for your loss. Prayers for the family and his friends.

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The Visosky Family

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The Visosky Family

June 28, 2023

Our deepest condolences to the Urland family. Our thoughts are with you during this difficult time. Much love from the Visosky family.

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The Remington Family

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Robert Brown

June 27, 2023

You will be missed. Rest in peace.sorry for your loss. Robert and Leslie Brown and family.

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Andrea Farrell

June 26, 2023

Deepest sympathy. Thoughts and prayers to the family.

Donna (Kohl) Gerhart

June 26, 2023

Cathy & family,
So sorry to read that Bobby passed away. He'll be your angel watching over you and the family. May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief. You are in my prayers.

Pat Flexer

June 25, 2023

Cathy and family! So sorry to hear that Bobby has past! He was A fun loving guy and will be missed by many! My thoughts and prayers to all!

Carol & Joe Burns

June 25, 2023

Troy and Family, so very sorry for your loss. We will keep you all in our thoughts and prayers.

EJ

June 23, 2023

Every Loss Hurts Some Hurt More Than Others.
This is one of the them. UNCLE BOB YOU WILL BE TRULY MISSED. ONE OF THE GREATEST PEOPLE I EVER MET AND SO GLAD TO BE FAMILY GOD BLESS AND SEE YOU AGAIN ONE DAY. AUNT BETZ AND REST OF THE FAMILY IM SORRY FOR YOUR LOSS.

Kathy Stimpfl

June 22, 2023

So very sorry for your loss.
love Kathy and Scotty

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139 N. 4th Street, Emmaus, PA

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