Rebecca E. Wieder, 87, of Northampton, passed away on Wednesday, July 3, 2024, at Advanced Health Care of Hanover - Bethlehem. She was the beloved wife of the late Herman C. Wieder to whom she was married 36 years before his passing in 1996. Born in Bath, Rebecca was a daughter of the late Wilson J.A. and Ada H. (Graver) Rabenold.
Rebecca was a graduate of Northampton High School, Class of 1955, and Bethlehem Business College. In her earlier years, she was employed as a payroll clerk at Penn-Dixie Cement.
Rebecca led a fulfilling life, finding joy in road trips to Florida, fishing excursions in Canada, crocheting, polka music, and word search puzzles. Her vibrant spirit and love for life were evident in her involvement with Silver Sneakers and her unwavering commitment as a lifelong member of Christ Church of Bath.
Survivors: She will be lovingly remembered by extended family, friends, and her church community.
Services: A Funeral Service will be held at 10:30 AM on Wednesday, July 10, 2024, at Christ Church of Bath - 109 S. Chestnut Street, Bath, 18014. Friends and relatives are invited to call at the church from 9:30 AM until the time of the service. Interment will follow at Green Mount Cemetery - Bath. Online expressions of sympathy may be recorded at: bensingfuneralhome.net. The arrangements have been entrusted to the GEORGE G. BENSING FUNERAL HOME, LLC. - Moorestown.
In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to her church.
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Funeral services provided by:
George G. Bensing Funeral Home, Inc.2165 Community Drive, Bath, PA 18014-9503

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