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Robert L. Costenbader, 87, of Palmerton, passed away unexpectedly on Saturday, Jan. 25, 2020, in his home. He was the husband of the late Alice D. (Werkheiser) Cos-tenbader.
He was a supervisor of shipping and receiving for J.C. Penney, Whitehall, for 19 years until retiring in 1995, and also worked part-time as a driver for the Lehighton Ambulance wheelchair service van.
Born in Aquashicola, he was a son of the late Ira and Alta (Smith) Costenbader.
He was a longtime member of St. John's United Church of Christ, Palmerton.
Bob served honorably in the U.S. Army during the Korean War.
Surviving are his companion, Arlene Kresge of Kunkletown; a son, Richard, and his wife, Marie, of Bartonsville; a daughter, Paula, wife of Glen Meitzler of Kunkletown; a son, Brian, and his wife, Karen, of South Tamaqua; 10 grandchildren; eight great-grandchildren; a sister, Carol Papay of Palmerton; a sister-in-law, Nancy Costenbader of Lehighton; and beloved nieces and nephews.
Service: Private funeral service at convenience of family. Arrangements by T.K. Thomas Funeral Home, Palmerton. Contributions in his name may be made to St. John's UCC, 891 Columbia Ave., Palmerton, PA 18071. www.tk-thomas-fh.com.
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Tara fisher
August 24, 2021
I remember visiting you as a young child. The deiberts will remember.
Irene Silliman Zacharias
February 3, 2020
Paula and family. So sorry for your loss. Met Bob at St. Matthews Church Kunkletown. He and Arlene sat in the pew in front of Dean and I. A good man. In our thoughts and prayers
February 1, 2020
Bob was my boss at J.C. Penney. I will miss talking to him at the J.C. Penney retiree breakfasts. He was one a kind.
Carol Heller
January 30, 2020
Paula and Family,
Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time.
Curt & Kelly Bush
January 29, 2020
To the family of Bob, worked with him at JC Penney, a great guy, and the best boss I ever knew. He was one in a million, lots of laughs, and always treated you fairly. Don't make them like that any more. You are now with your sweet Alice. Fly high on Angel wings Bob. R.I.P. Bob.
Terri Loux
January 29, 2020
Rick, Paula, Brian
Sorry to hear about your father's passing. We have many good memories of him. (From Werkheiser brother-in-law, nephew and niece).
Nora Ziegenfus
January 29, 2020
I am so sorry to hear this sad news... Bob was such a nice man. I always enjoyed bumping into him and chatting. He was one of the few true gentlemen out there. May he rest in peace.
January 29, 2020
We will have you in our prayers. I worked with Bob when he was in charge of the stock room at WT Grants. He was a great guy and we had many good times together at Grants in lehighton. He will be remembered. Charles and Joanne Finney
Robert Dunn
January 28, 2020
To Bobby's family and friends, please accept my deepest condolences and prayers. While Bobby was the Stockroom Manager at w.t. Grants in Palmerton and Lehighton, he taught me about life, trust and respect. Gentlemen like Bobby are disappearing, but I am thankful to have known such a man.
Terry and Karen Heiney
January 28, 2020
Paula, Carol and families, Sorry for your loss. May memories of good times past provide some comfort during this difficult time.
January 28, 2020
Paula, Brian and Rick,
I'm so sorry to hear about the passing of your Father. I will never forget all the times playing baseball for him and softball with him. He was the best. May he REST IN PEACE. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your families.
Kelly
Arnold Young
January 28, 2020
Rick, Brian and Paula,
Sorry to hear of your loss. You are in our prayers. God Bless
Jane Borbe Fuller
January 28, 2020
Sending deepest sympathy to the Costenbader family.
I worked with Bob many years at JCP, also being
a Palmertonian, we visited and caught up while shopping
the other week, He was the sweetest and always friendly.
Rest in Peace, Bob with your sweet Alice.
Rosalie Carpenter
January 28, 2020
So sorry to read of Bobs passing. I know BOb from working with him at JCPenney and would see him every month at the Penney retire breakfast. He will be missed for his quick wit and caring person.
January 28, 2020
To Bobs family.
Laurie Vandegrift
January 28, 2020
To Roberts Family,
I am so very sorry for your loss. I worked with Bob at JCPenney many years ago. Thoughts and prayers are with you all at this sad time.
January 28, 2020
Thank you for your service to our country. Rest In Peace.
Jeanne Boehrer
January 28, 2020
Paula and Glen,
I was sorry to read of the passing of your Dad. Please know that I am thinking of you and send my condolences to your family
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