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Christine Trapp Obituary

Christine J. Trapp, 62, of Hellertown, passed away on Wednesday, October 15, 2025, at Phoebe Richland Health Care Center in Richlandtown. She was the loving wife of Glenn A. Trapp. Born in Bethlehem on May 16, 1963, she was the daughter of the late Richard C. Sr. and Rebecca A. (Weaver) Gerstenberg. Christine dedicated her career as a Certified Nurse's Assistant at Phoebe Richland Health Care, where her compassion and commitment to others were deeply felt by residents and staff alike. She lived for her family and found great joy in spending time with them. In her leisure, she enjoyed bike riding and attending concerts. In addition to her husband, Glenn, she is survived by her daughters, Jennifer M. (Andrew) Kemmerer of Bethlehem and Felicia (Jonathan Hottenstein) Trapp of Florida; siblings, Rebecca A. Gerstenberg of Hellertown, Stephanie Lynn Gerstenberg of Lehighton, Victoria Lee Gerstenberg of Hellertown, Joyce E. Gerstenberg of Bethlehem, Richard C. (Starr) Gerstenberg, Jr. of Bethlehem, and Joseph D. (Dorothy) Gerstenberg of Hellertown; grandchildren, Misty, Roy, and Aria; and great-grandson, Ashton. Private services at the convenience of the family. To share an expression of sympathy with the family, please visit www.heintzelmancares.com. Memorial contributions in Christine's name to Memory Care at Phoebe Richland Health Care, Richlandtown.

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Published by WFMZ-TV 69 News on Oct. 16, 2025.

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