Douglas C. Koehler

Douglas C. Koehler, aged 85, of Bethlehem, PA, passed away on the afternoon of April 12 at his home.
Douglas was born to Ray and Maisie Koehler in Macungie on November 28th,1938 and after finishing high school went on to graduate with a BS in Chemistry from Maryville College.
He and Shirley married in January 1981.
He pursued a long and successful career at Grandview Hospital as an RN. Among his myriad of hobbies were stamp collecting, kite flying, camping, winemaking, the study of New Testament Greek, and a general love of reading across a huge variety of topics. In his later years, his time was spent tending an enormous garden, petting his dog Piper, napping, and most importantly spending time with his beloved grandchildren who never failed to make him smile.
He was predeceased by his sister Arlene, of Soleberry Township.
He is survived by his loving wife of 43 years: Shirley; his brother: Ray of Mansfield; his son: Michael; daughter-in-law: Rachel; and five adored grandchildren: Natalie, Aiden, Isaac, Dylan, and Jackson.
Per his wishes, services will not be held.
In lieu of flowers, a donation can be made in his memory to the American Bible Society.