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Kaleb Brauchle Obituary
Kaleb Michael John Brauchle, 17 of Bethlehem passed away unexpectedly on Monday, February 10, 2025. Born on October 2, 2007, he was the loving son of Laura Ashly Boncher and Michael J. Brauchle, Jr.
Kaleb was a student at Liberty High School, where he excelled in the classroom and was a proud member of the rifle team. He had an immense passion for building, especially gaming PCs or complex Lego sets. His enthusiasm for technology and engineering was recognized when he was invited to the Lehigh University Summer Engineering Institute, where he showcased his skills and earned first place for his project. Kaleb loved working out, being in nature and walking and riding his bike all over the city. He had fond memories of playing soccer with the Wilson Soccer Club and cherished his time as a Cub Scout while growing up.
He will be lovingly remembered by his parents, Laura Ashly Boncher and Michael J. Brauchle, Jr.; brothers, Kaceden Jones and Silas Boncher; grandparents, Michael J. Brauchle, Sr., Veronica Brauchle, John Boncher and Tina Boncher; great-grandparents, Mary Jane Bitler and Charles Clark; uncle, Nick Brauchle; aunt, Nicole Boncher and cousins, Gianna Kegler, Xavier Kegler and Dylan Brauchle.
A viewing will be held on Saturday, February 15, 2025 from 9-11 a.m. at Connell Funeral Home, 245 E. Broad St. Bethlehem, PA 18018 with a funeral service to begin at 11 a.m. in the funeral home.
In lieu of flowers, memorial donation may be made to the National Alliance on Mental Illness Donate Now - NAMI Lehigh Valley.
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Memories and Condolences
for Kaleb Brauchle
Diane
February 24, 2025
My heart breaks for the loss of your beautiful son. Please know that there are people (whom you do not know) who are sending love and prayers to your family at this very sad time.
Liberty Student
February 19, 2025
I remember Kaleb from having a couple of classes with him these past couple of years. One thing I remember most is that he always had a smile on his face. I know he´s resting peacefully and is protected in paradise with our father who art in heaven because of the love god has for him. God Bless his soul
Liberty Student
February 18, 2025
I was a acquaintance of Kaleb's i talked to him a handful of times in gym when niether of us knew who to talk to,While i may not have known him well i could see he was a very caring and friendly person from the few times we did talk,My prayers are with his family may god rest his soul.
Amy R
February 17, 2025
Thank you for being a good friend to my sons, Jackson and Carter. While I didn't personally know you, I know you meant a lot to them both as teammates, classmates, and friends. Sending love and prayers to Kaleb's family, he will be missed by many.
Amy Gregory
February 14, 2025
I am one of the lunch ladies who took care of Kaleb at Liberty. I remember him as a quiet, respectful, and friendly person. I am so sad to hear of his passing and sending my virtual hugs to his family and friends.
Ellyce Nieves
February 14, 2025
Words can´t express how deeply sorry I am for your loss. In the two years that he was a student in my 9th and 10th grade honors English classes, Kaleb was always a kind, considerate, and intelligent young man. He had a positive influence on his peers, quietly leading by example and making those he worked with feel comfortable. It was truly an honor to be his teacher.
"The ones that love us never really leave us. We can always find them in here." - Sirius Black from Harry Potter
Damian
February 14, 2025
I was an online friend of Kaleb´s.
We made some great memories, we shared the same sense of humor which is why we bonded so well. We played together pretty much every day
I will miss you Kaleb, god rest your soul brother.
Matt and Karen
February 13, 2025
Mike and Roni we are so sorry for your loss. There are no words we can say for what you are going through but we hold you both, and the entire family in our prayers. A life lost for any reason is a loss for ALL for anyone who knew them.
Omorinsola Adeyemo
February 13, 2025
Kaleb and I weren´t particularly close but we spoke from time to time and he was always respectful and nice to me even if we didn´t know much about each other. He truly was a genuine and kind soul. Our prayers go out to his family and friends
Rest easy Kaleb
Sheila Rosario ~ Crossing Guard
February 13, 2025
Rest in Peace sweet child, may your family be well and always hold on to the good memories. I pray for peace for your family and friends. May you shine bright in the heavens and be a light for us to follow
Elianni Benitez
February 13, 2025
God bless you Kaleb. My condolences go out to all his family and friends, as well as anyone who knew him. He will always be in our hearts.Although I did not know him personally, he seemed like an amazing and loving person. May his soul rest in peace.
M
February 13, 2025
I didn't know him personally, but we shared the same English class. He was such a smart and good young man. As I unfortunately never had a personal conversation with Kaleb, I can tell he was a bright student. May Kaleb rest easy, and prayers go out to his family.
LHS mother
February 13, 2025
Grief can be so hard, but our special memories help us cope. Remembering you and your loved one today and always.
Liberty HS mother
February 13, 2025
God bless you, Kaleb. Praying for comfort for his friends and family. I am so very sorry for your loss.
Jada
February 13, 2025
Me and my friends send our condolences, may his soul rest in peace
Klareshly Gonzalez
February 13, 2025
It's times like this when I wish I hadn't been too scared to talk to people I didn't know. He once bumped into me in the halls, later that day he somehow recognized me and apologized for it. After that day, every time he saw me he, would smile and nod at me. His little act of kindness proved to me that there are good people out there.
"You Do Not Walk Alone" by E. Hagenberg
Lianna Gaston
February 13, 2025
I didn't know Kaleb personally, but he seemed like a very adventurous , loving & kind soul. My condolences go out to his family and friends, and anyone else who he was associated with, I encourage you all to grieve peacefully. He will always be in our hearts & thoughts, rest in peace and God bless you Kaleb Brauchle
Paola Marquez Garcia
February 13, 2025
I didn't know Kaleb personally, but I bet he was a loving and kind person. I would like to send a prayer to all those who knew Kaleb. He will be missed. Although we might not be able to see him physically, he will always be with us in our hearts and through god. God bless Kaleb Brauchle and all friends and family who knew him.
Jianalyse Sanabria
February 13, 2025
In loving memory of a wonderful person. We will love you and miss you always.
David Braxton
February 13, 2025
This one time in Eight grade, we sat next to each other so we would always argue who was right on a problem. Always turned out we were both wrong. Ill miss those days.
Rest easy with the lord, Kaleb
A Mom/Grammy
February 13, 2025
May Kaleb be at peace in the arms of our loving Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ.
A Mom/Grammy
Shirley neff
February 13, 2025
My heart goes out to the family. May you find peace knowing that he is with our lord.
Anonymous
February 13, 2025
May this young man find peace in the arms of our Lord. God Bless your Soul!
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