Thomas P. Rehl Sr.

Thomas P. Rehl Sr.

Thomas P. Rehl Sr., 80, of Fairyland Road, Lehighton, Franklin Township, died peacefully on Sunday evening, Nov. 24, 2024, in his home. He was the husband of Patricia A. (Gilpin) Rehl since Oct 28, 1967.

He was employed as a general laborer by the former Circle M. Construction Co., Lehighton. Previously, he worked as a roofer for many years.

Born in Philadelphia, he was a son of the late William Sr. and Anna (Miller) Rehl.

A life member of the Lehighton Volunteer Fire Co., he enjoyed shooting pool, dancing, Philadelphia professional sports (Phillies and Eagles).

Surviving in addition to his widow are a daughter, Dawn M., wife of Stephen G. Miller, and a son, Michael J., and his wife, Norell, both of Lehighton; four grandchildren, Ashley Rehl, and her companion, Joseph Moyer, Michael Rehl, and his companion, Samantha Steigerwalt, Jessica (Rehl), wife of Larry Eck, and Jace Rehl; three great-grandchildren, Wyatt Moyer, Kole Moyer and Mikayla Rehl; a twin sister, Dolores Rehl Clopp of Philadelphia; a brother, Bernard "Buzzy," and his wife, Patricia, in New Jersey; and numerous nieces and nephews.

He was also predeceased by son, Thomas P. Jr. in 2022 sisters, Josephine Biggs, Betty Sirorine and Shirley Morrow; and brothers, Robert, Carl Sr. and William Jr.

Service: Memorial service 2 p.m. Friday, Nov. 29, Campton Funeral Home, 525 Delaware Ave., Palmerton. Interment, private. Call 1-2 p.m. Friday. Contributions in his name may be made to the Carbon Co. Animal Shelter, 63 Broad St. Nesquehoning, PA 18240. Online condolences can be offered at www.schislerfuneralhomes.com.