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Bruce Kemmerer Obituary
Born in Bowmanstown, he was a son of the late Kathryn (Jones) Kemmerer and the late Reuben Kemmerer.
He was an Army veteran of the Korean War and a teacher at Northwestern Lehigh High School before retiring in 1989.
Surviving in addition to his widow and mother are a son, Bruce A. II, and his wife, Mary, of New Tripoli; two daughters, a brother, two sisters and 12 grandchildren.
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for Bruce Kemmerer
Ken Benyo
February 20, 2013
God speed Mr. Kemmerer. You will be missed by all who were blessed to have known you.
David Hunsicker Jr
February 20, 2013
I was just reminiscing about Mr. Kemmerer the other day when my dad told me that he had just passed away. Great memories from Northwestern Lehigh and he is in many of them. They don't make them like him anymore. He will be greatly missed. So sorry for your loss. With my deepest sympathy. (Class of '89)
David Farber
February 13, 2013
Buddy was one of my favorite cousins and will be missed. Sorry I lost contact after I moved out of PA and after my mother died. My condolences to all of the family.
Shelva Keilman
February 12, 2013
So sorry for the passing of Buddy. I worked with him at Northwestern for many years. He was fun. He was a nice man.
DARIN KLINGAMAN
February 12, 2013
So sorry for your loss. Buddy was always a great guy, always enjoyes when he used to go hunting on our farmland. Always had great fishing stories. He will be missed>
Bub and Donna Farber
February 10, 2013
Sorry to hear of your recent loss. I know all the memories of your fun times together will help you get through this.
February 10, 2013
Our deepest sympathy to your family, We have many special memories as Bruce and Mary shared in Christian ministry during your time at St. John's in Slatington. God's peace and blessings.
Corinne and Russell Heintzelman
Kathy Geho Heffner, NHS Class of 77
February 9, 2013
So sorry to hear of your loss. Buddy was such a sweetheart, so gentle and kind. He was a great teacher. Northwestern High was lucky to have him on the faculty.
February 9, 2013
Mary and Family,
Expressing our deepest sympathy and hoping you will find comfort in knowing others care.
Mike and Dawn Stoudt
Jack Evans
February 9, 2013
Sincere condolences to Bud's family. I always enjoyed working football games with him. He was a fun person to be associated with, may he rest in peace.
Don and Philomena Huesgen
February 9, 2013
My wife and I were saddened to hear of buddies passing. He was my mentor and fellow teacher at N.W.L. where Buddy and Russ Stoudt helped me in so many ways. He was a great person and teacher and will be missed.
Elaine Gross-Sroudt
February 9, 2013
My prayers are with you
Debbie Moyer
February 9, 2013
Mary and family,
I offer my sincere condolences on behalf of the Moyer family. We will always remember Bud as a friend and devoted family man as well as his dedication to St. John's. May God bless and comfort you.
Gloria Zimmerman
February 9, 2013
Sincere sympathy to the Kemmerer Family. I remember back to the NWL days when Mr. Kemmerer was the phy. ed. teacher, a gentle giant of a man who was well-liked by the students. May your memories bring you some comfort at this difficult time.
Class of 1968
Sheryl McGehee
February 9, 2013
It was a privilege to have met Bruce, and care for him the short time I did. I enjoyed his smile, laugh and conversation...I know he will be sorely missed by Mary and his family. Peace be with all of those whose lives were touched by him.
richard & kathleen ringer
February 8, 2013
To my dearest family, some things I'd like to say...
but first of all, to let you know, that I arrived okay.
I'm writing this from heaven. Here I dwell with God above.
Here, there's no more tears of sadness; here is just eternal love.
Please do not be unhappy just because I'm out of sight.
Remember that I'm with you every morning, noon and night.
That day I had to leave you when my life on earth was through,
God picked me up and hugged me and He said, "I welcome you."
It's good to have you back again; you were missed while you were gone.
As for your dearest family, they'll be here later on.
I need you here badly; you're part of my plan.
There's so much that we have to do, to help our mortal man.
God gave me a list of things, that he wished for me to do.
And foremost on the list, was to watch and care for you.
And when you lie in bed at night, the day's chores put to flight.
God and I are closest to you....in the middle of the night.
When you think of my life on earth, and all those loving years
because you are only human, they are bound to bring you tears.
But do not be afraid to cry; it does relieve the pain.
Remember there would be no flowers, unless there was some rain.
I wish that I could tell you all that God has planned.
But if I were to tell you, you wouldn't understand.
But one thing is for certain, though my life on earth is o'er.
I'm closer to you now, than I ever was before.
There are many rocky roads ahead of you and many hills to climb;
but together we can do it by taking one day at a time.
It was always my philosophy and I'd like it for you too...
that as you give unto the world, the world will give to you.
If you can help somebody who's in sorrow and pain,
then you can say to God at night......"My day was not in vain."
And now I am contented....that my life has been worthwhile,
knowing as I passed along the way, I made somebody smile.
So if you meet somebody who is sad and feeling low,
just lend a hand to pick him up, as on your way you go.
When you're walking down the street, and you've got me on your mind;
I'm walking in your footsteps only half a step behind.
And when it's time for you to go.... from that body to be free,
remember you're not going.....you're coming here to me.
Ruth Ann Mahaffey (author)
©Copyright 1998
February 8, 2013
Mary & family we just saw you at Florence, telling me that Buddy would be Honored at SHS, I was there saw the festivities. Later talked to your son telling me would was going on. My Prayer are with you & your Family. Faye Billig
Nancy DeFrain
February 8, 2013
We are so very sorry for your loss!!! Our thoughts and prayers are with you all at this difficult time for a family! May God bring you peace with the wonderful memories you hold dear in your heart! He will always be your guardian angel watching over you! God Bless!!
Trudie, Yogi, and Nancy(Edwards) and families
Dawn Kolb/Rex Class of "66"
February 8, 2013
To the entire Kemmerer family, I want to offer my most sincere condolences. I had Mr Kemmerer as a teacher at NHS. He was such a gentle man with a great sense of humor. I learned so much from him and it was a pleasure to be in his class. He certainly will be missed, and he will forever remain in the hearts of all who knew him. You are in my thoughts and prayers
Jim & Judy Kaul
February 8, 2013
Mary and Family
I was saddened to hear of Buddy's passing. Please accept our deepest sympathy, our thoughts and prayers are with you.
11 Corinthians 5-8
To be absent from the body is to be present with the LORD
Alta Dietrich
February 8, 2013
To Mary and family, sorry to hear of your loss. Memories of fun and fancy free go back to SHS in 1952, can only remember Buddy with a smile. God bless you. Alta Hermany Dietrich
Joan and Glenn Rissmiller
February 8, 2013
We were saddened by the news of Bud's passing. We have great memories of the wonderful times we spent together. Bud's kindness, smile, sense of humor, friendship, but most importantly his love for his friends and family will never be forgotten. We were truly blessed to have had this wonderful person in our lives. Our thoughts and prayers are with you Mary, Bruce, Kim, Vicki and families. God Bless You during this difficult time.
bill snyder
February 8, 2013
Mary and famly, Sorry to read of Buddys passing. Buddy always had a ready smile and a warm hand for all. A friend to all,especially to me. Take comfort in all your precious memories. Now Buddy is at rest.
Lance Farber
February 7, 2013
So sorry to hear of your loss. Buddy was a great man. He was a great friend and teacher.
LeRoy Guldner
February 7, 2013
MR. Kemmerer,
you will you are watching over us now, but you will never be forgotten. Former student.
Tony Gades
February 7, 2013
Vicky, Mrs kemmerer,Kim & Bruce.
Mr. Kemmerer was truely one of the best people I ever met. He was one of my favorite people in the whole world
He will be in my prayers. Timpe
February 7, 2013
Our thoughts and prayers are with you all!! God Bless!
The Fledderjohn Family
February 7, 2013
Our prayers are with all of your family at this time.shirley sowden zellner.temecula ca.
Debra Wanamaker
February 7, 2013
I had Mr. Kemmerer in high school at Northwestern. He was a kind man and a good teacher. My thoughts and prayers go out to you. Deb Wanamaker
Donna & Lolan Cronin
February 7, 2013
I will always remember his smiling face, his love of family and his kind and caring ways. Our thoughts and prayers will be with you at this most difficult time.
February 7, 2013
Mary & Family So sorry to hear of the passing of Bruce. Our thoughts & prayers our with you at this diffcult time. We our in sunny FL will be thinking of you. Henry & Irene
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