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1945
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2023
William Giering Obituary
William retired from the U.S. army in 1983 after 21 years of honorable service. During his time serving this nation he was awarded a Meritory Service Medal, a Korean National Defense Medal, a Joint Service Commendation Medal, and was recognized by the U.S. Army for good conduct.
He is survived by his wife, Frances; step children Brenda Bodner (Michael) of Palmerton, June Lightcap of Allentown, and Joseph Lightcap (Susan) of Allentown; brother David; sisters Sandra Martinez (Julio) of Bethlem, Linda Cruz of Allentown, and Pearl Warmbal of Bath, 13 grandchildren, and 9 great grandchildren.
In addition to his parents, William is predeceased by his siblings Howard Jr., Thomas, Dorothy, Robert, Evelyn, Betty, Barbara, Richard, and Peggy.
William was a dedicated fan of baseball and football, and avidly collected coins and military memorabilia. He was also a proud member of the VFW. Donations may be made in his honor to VA Chapter 7 or Disabled American Veterans.
Services will be held at Weber funeral home on December 22, 2023, visitation beginning at 11a.m., funeral service at 12 p.m., and burial at Woodlawn Cemetery to follow.
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Erica
December 20, 2023
Dearest Fran,
My deepest condolences to you and the family. Bill was always so thoughtful and will be greatly missed. May you and the family find peace and comfort in the memories of time spent with him over the years. God bless, xoxoxo
Erica (from Dr G's office)
tim kearney
December 19, 2023
To the Lightcap family, my condolences. From Mr Kearney (Cleveland School)
Robert J. Miklas, AT2AC, USN, 1963-1967.
December 17, 2023
"A soldier has passed away today." You have made your final march down the lonely dusty trail. You are now relieved from your post. A job well done fellow veteran. America thanks you for your service to our country in the defense of freedom. The final bugle has sounded and taps is about to sound ending a successful career as a nation´s defender. Farewell fellow veteran. A Navy Vietnam Veteran.
Grateful
December 17, 2023
Sir,
Thank You for Your service to our country.
God Bless You!
God be with your family!
Sincerely,
A Grateful American
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