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William Fackler Obituary

William C. Fackler, 94, formerly of Wescosville, passed away on February 25, 2025. He was the husband of the late Barbara L. (Dickert) Fackler. William worked in the quality assurance department at Mack Trucks until retiring. Born in Allentown, he was the son of the late Charles W. and Pauline E. (Altemose) Fackler. He was a graduate of William Allen High School and Muhlenberg College. He was an active member of Bethany United Methodist Church, Wescosville. At the church, he served as an usher. William was a kind, loyal and loving husband, father and pappy. He enjoyed numerous game nights at the cottage and his neighborhood poker games. He loved getting out for an occasional round of golf.
Survivors: Sons: Gregory C. Fackler and his wife Donna A. of Allentown and William R. Fackler of Allentown, Daughter: Kathleen Anne wife of Thomas Boruch of Macungie, Grandchildren: Kyle and his wife Montana, Ciara, Nicole and Chase and Great-Grandchildren: Payton and Blakely.
A funeral service will be held on Saturday, March 1, 2025 at 12 P.M. at the J.S. Burkholder Funeral Home, 16th and Hamilton Sts. Allentown. A calling hour will be held on Saturday, from 11 A.M. to 12 P.M. in the funeral home.
In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made in his memory to: St. Jude Children's Research Hospital 501 St. Jude’s Place, Memphis, TN 38105

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Obituary published on Legacy.com by WFMZ-TV 69 News on Feb. 27, 2025.

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Carol and Ron Buss

March 9, 2025

Sympathy to all his loved ones. He was a really nice man. My husband and I used to be friends with he and Barbara. We enjoyed being with both of them.

Michelle Feiertag

February 27, 2025

Greg and family, I´m sorry to hear of the passing of your father. Fond memories will keep him close to your heart.
Rest in Peace, Mr Fackler.

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