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Thomas Trexler Obituary

Thomas R. Trexler, 81, of Hellertown, died Saturday, June 7, 2025 at Saucon Valley Manor, Hellertown. Thomas was born in Shenandoah, PA on July 31, 1943 to the late Raymond C. and Daisy I. (Lindner) Trexler. He was an engineer for Spotts Stevens and McCoy, Reading and is the recipient of the 1988 Lulu Award (Laudatory - Unique, Lofty and Useful). Thomas enjoyed hunting, fishing, dirt track racing. Thomas is survived by his siblings: Jane T. (Brent) Rhoads, Richard F. (Robyn) Trexler; Nieces and Nephews: Genifer Slaski, Jessica Reybitz, Scott Trexler, Sarah Wind, Eric Rhoads. Services will be private and at the convenience of the family. To share an expression of sympathy with this family, please visit www.heintzelmancares.com. Arrangements are by the Heintzelman Funeral Home, Inc. – Hellertown. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations in Thomas's name to : Tunnel to Towers Foundation, 2361 Hylan Boulevard, Staten Island, NY 10306. To send a flower arrangement in memory of Thomas R. Trexler, please click here to visit our sympathy store.

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Published by WFMZ-TV 69 News on Jun. 8, 2025.

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Barbara Hennessy

June 18, 2025

RIP cousin & classmate at Ringtown High School. Condolences to you, Jane & Richard & families. "Tom" was one of a kind. Time has a way of getting away from us and unfortunately we didn't stay as close as we should have. Fond memories are from childhood & youth. So sorry for your loss.

Maggie Donohue

June 10, 2025

Jane and family. I’m sorry for your loss, you are in my thoughts and prayers. Remembering Tom fondly in my days spent with him at Weston. Wishing you peace and comfort in the days ahead.

Ted Stevenson

June 9, 2025

I had the pleasure of working with Tom at Spotts, Stevens and McCoy! A great man, engineer and friend. RIP my friend.

Peggy Laubach

June 9, 2025

Jane, Brent and family, my condolences to you all on the loss of Tom.

Michele Achey

June 9, 2025

Jane, thinking of you and sending our condolences at the passing of your brother Tom. He was always in the hall exercising and waiting to greet us as we came in to visit my Mom. We enjoyed making his acquaintance , he was such a sweet man . Sharing with you in your. grief, Gary and Michele Achey

Gladys Rentschler

June 8, 2025

My deepest condolences to you, Jane, Richie and all of Tom´s family. We were all a part of the Wood Street kids. May God comfort and sustain you in your sorrow. Gladys Rentschler

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