Charles W. Xander

Charles W. Xander obituary

Charles W. Xander

Charles Xander Obituary

Visit the Miller Funeral Home - Lehighton website to view the full obituary.
Charles W. Xander, 74, of Albrightsville, PA, passed away on Friday, October 17, 2025, at his home. Born December 14, 1950, in Allentown, he was the son of the late Frederic R. and Dorothea M. (Ratcliff) Xander.

He was a Route Service Merchandiser for the National Entertainment Network in the Lehigh Valley for many years and honorably served in the US Navy during Vietnam. Charles enjoyed going to NASCAR races and watching a good Lifetime movie with his family.

Survivors: He is survived by his daughter, Kathleen E. Xander of Taylor, PA, and grandson, Jayden W. Davis. He was predeceased by his brother, Rev. Paul J. Xander.

Services: The family will receive friends from 10:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m., followed by an 11:00 a.m. Memorial Service, all on Saturday, November 8, 2025, at the Miller Funeral Home, 147 Fairview Street, Lehighton, PA 18235. Online Condolences may be left for the family at: www.schislerfuneralhomes.com.

Contributions: In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made in his memory to the American Heart Association, in care of the funeral home.

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

Miller Funeral Home - Lehighton

137 Fairview Street, Lehighton, PA 18235

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