Charles C. Reber

Charles C. Reber obituary, Lebanon, PA

Charles C. Reber

Charles Reber Obituary

Visit the Christman's Funeral Home, Inc. - Lebanon website to view the full obituary.

Charles C. Reber, Jr., 75, of Lebanon, PA, passed away on December 20, 2025. He was born on March 29, 1950, in Lebanon, PA, to the late Charles C. Reber, Sr. and Ruth Reber. Charles was married to Judith A. (Bechtel) Reber, with whom he raised three children. After graduating from high school, he worked as a mechanic, a career that reflected his lifelong passion for cars and working with his hands. He enjoyed the thrill of drag racing and spent many years acquiring, restoring, and maintaining classic cars. His appreciation for finely crafted machinery extended into many of his hobbies. An avid outdoorsman, Charles loved hunting and fishing and was always willing to travel wherever good company and the open road led. Above all else, he cherished time spent with his family. Charles is survived by his children: Tanya (Shawn) Powell, Kristie (Paul) Powell, and Charles (Lori) Reber III; grandchildren: Cody Powell, Levi Powell, Blaize Powell, Emily Klopp, Tyler Reber, and Harley Reber; great-grandchildren: Chase Powell, Lincoln Powell, Harper Reber, Zayn Ziegler, Alyssa Ziegler, Ryker Reber, and Rowen Reber; and siblings: William Reber, Ronald Reber, Ann Scheider, Robert Reber, and Frank Reber. He was preceded in death by his beloved wife, Judith A. Reber, and his sister, Marilyn Hill. In honoring their loved one's wishes, the family will not hold a public service or gathering. They appreciate your understanding during this time.

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