Gary L. Lerch Sr.

Gary L. Lerch, Sr., 69 of Bethlehem- E. Allen Twsp., PA, passed away on August 28, 2025, at his residence. Born December 21, 1955, in Bethlehem, PA, he was the son of the late Sterling Lerch and the late Betsy (Ross) Lerch. He was the husband to Phyllis (Pasquariello) Lerch, with whom he shared 44 years of marriage this May 23, 2025. Gary worked as a Fabrication Shop Supervisor for Versalift East in Bethlehem, PA for 12 years before retiring in 2019. Surviving along with his wife, son, Gary L. Lerch, Jr., and wife Brandi of Bath, PA, daughter, Holly Braim, and husband Dean of Blairstown, NJ, and 3 grandchildren, Gary III, Lily, and Jaxon. He was predeceased by brothers, Glenn and Paul Lerch. A Funeral Service will be held at 11:30 AM on Friday September 5, 2025, at Schisler Funeral Home, 2119 Washington Ave. Northampton, PA 18067. The family will receive relatives and friends from 10:00 AM until the time of service. Interment will follow at Woodlawn Memorial Park, Allentown, PA. Memorial Contribution: May be made in his memory to the Furry Feet Animal Rescue, 771 S Cottonwood Rd, Walnutport, PA 18088. Online condolences may be offered to the family at www.schislerfuneralhomes.com