Ronald L. Reider Sr.

1952 - 2025

Ronald L. Reider Sr. obituary, 1952-2025, Whitehall, PA

Ronald L. Reider Sr.

1952 - 2025

BORN

1952

DIED

2025

Ronald Reider Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by Kohut Funeral Home, Inc. from Dec. 24 to Dec. 25, 2025.
Ronald L. Reider, Sr., 73, of Whitehall, was born August 31st, 1952 and passed December 22, 2025. He was the loving husband of 39 years to Valarie Reider. Born in Mount Joy, he was the son of the late Milton and Betty Reider. Ronald worked for many years as a truck driver. He was a remarkable man whose life was defined by love, devotion , and strength. To his family and he was lovingly known as Pop or often referred to as Chubbs. He was a member of the Northampton American Legion. Ronald enjoyed spending time with his family and especially his 11 grandchildren. His presence left a lasting impression, and his legacy will continue through the countless memories, lessons, and love he shared. Though he has departed this life, Pop will live on in the hearts of all who were blessed to know him.
Survivors: wife- Valarie Reider; children- Ronald Reider, Jr. and wife Brittany, Michael Reider and girl friend Amanda Adams, Jessica Watson and husband- Daniel, Ashley Reider-Ferrer and husband Pedro; Alyiah, Carter, Julian, Carter W., Peyton, Jackson, Aleiah, Parker, Jaelynn, Laylah; siblings- Larry Bradley, Thelma Miller, Judy Zeigler, Denny Reider and George Bradley; many nieces and nephews.
He was predeceased by his grandson Jayce and brother Gary Reider.
A Calling Time will be held on Saturday, December 27th 10-11AM with a Service to follow at 11AM all in Kohut Funeral Home, Inc. 950 N. Front St. Allentown, PA 18102.

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