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Herbert F. Stelzer Jr. obituary, Hellertown, PA

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Aug. 25, 2025

10:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.

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Herbert Stelzer Obituary

Herbert F. Stelzer, Jr., 91, of Lower Saucon Township, died Wednesday, August 20, 2025 at Saucon Valley Manor, Hellertown. He was the loving husband of Helen F. (Wiley) Stelzer, with whom he shared 65 years of marriage. They were married on December 11, 1959. Born in Philadelphia on April 24, 1934, he was the son of the late Herbert F. Stelzer, Sr. and Marie (Seyfried) Stelzer. Herbert faithfully served our country in the U.S. Air Force during the Korean War. He worked in the banking industry for 35 years with the former Philadelphia Saving Fund Society, retiring as Vice President, and later served as CEO of Lehigh Valley Federal Credit Union. Herbert was a devoted member of St. Theresa of the Child Jesus Roman Catholic Church, Hellertown, where he served as Treasurer of the Holy Name Society and was active with the members' breakfasts and dinners. In addition to his wife, Helen, he is survived by his children: Carol Anne (Jeffrey A.) Laub of Hellertown; Lisa Marie (Christopher R.) Brundies of Sycamore, IL; Herbert F. Stelzer III of Lower Saucon Twp.; and Kurt M. Stelzer of Hellertown; siblings: Sandra Ann (Joseph) Olesky of Pocono Pines and Marguerite B. (William) Scott of Springfield, PA; and five grandchildren. He was predeceased by his sister, Elizabeth Altman. Family and friends are invited to call from 10 to 11 a.m. Monday, August 25, 2025 at St. Theresa of the Child Jesus Roman Catholic Church, 1408 Easton Road, Hellertown. The Mass of Christian Burial will follow at 11 a.m. Military honors will conclude services. Arrangements are by the Heintzelman Funeral Home, Inc. Hellertown. Online expressions of sympathy may be recorded at www.heintzelmancares.com. To send a flower arrangement in memory of Herbert F. Stelzer, Jr., please click here to visit our sympathy store.

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Published by WFMZ-TV 69 News on Aug. 21, 2025.

Memorial Events
for Herbert Stelzer

Aug

25

Visitation

10:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.

St. Theresa of the Child Jesus Roman Catholic Church

1408 Easton Road, Hellertown, PA 18055

Aug

25

Mass of Christian Burial

11:00 a.m.

St. Theresa of the Child Jesus Roman Catholic Church

1408 Easton Road, Hellertown, PA 18055

Funeral services provided by:

Heintzelman Funeral Home, Inc. - Hellertown

326 Main St, Hellertown, PA 18055

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Mary Beth Zingone

5 hours ago

My condolences to your family on the passing of Mr.Stelzer and thank you for your service.

Barbara Shiffer

Earlier today

Bill and I send our condolences to Helen and all the family. Bill and Herb worked together for many years at PSFS. May his memory be a blessing to his family and friends.

Maureen Silva

Yesterday

Our deepest condolences to Helen & family. We were honored to be Herb’s across the street neighbors for the last 12 years. We enjoyed every chance we got for a friendly conversation. You’ll be missed, Herb. Rest in God’s sweet peace.
Love,
Maureen, Claire, & Gabby Silva

Robert J. Miklas, USN.

Yesterday

"A Korean War veteran has passed away today." Herbert, you have made your final flight into the wild blue yonder´s. You are now relieved from your post. A job well done fellow war veteran. America thanks you for your service to our country in the defense of freedom. The final volley has sounded and taps is about to begin, ending a successful career as a nation´s defender. Have a smooth flight airman.

Grateful

Yesterday

Herb,
Thank You for Your service to our country.

God Bless You!
God be with your family!

Sincerely,
A Grateful American

Letty Petruno

Yesterday

You will be missed my friend. We all made such great memories and shared laughter attending Leithsville softball games, it was like family. It's been a privilege knowing you and spending time together. God's speed and rest well, you've certainly earned it❤

Yeage's Pharmacy

Yesterday

Dear Helen, Carol and all family and friends of Mr. Stelzer,
We are very sorry to hear of your loss. May you have many wonderful memories to carry you thru all of the days ahead. Peace be with you. Your friends at Yeager's Pharmacy, Mick, Bonnie, Tiffany, Albert, Kathy, Beth, Scott, Terry and Pat, Lexi too.

Linda Dull

Yesterday

Thank you Herb for your service to our country in the U. S. Air Force during the Korean War. Thank you for your smile, you were always so kind. Enjoy the peacefulness of Heaven, where you are enfolded in God’s loving embrace in light eternal. Rest in peace, Herb. Linda & Larry

Thomas Wiley

Yesterday

May Herb RIP!

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