Charlotte Rzepiela

Charlotte L. "Doll" (Raub) Rzepiela, 89, of Bethlehem, PA passed away peacefully on Sunday, September 15, 2024, in her home. She was born in Bethlehem on August 1, 1935, the daughter of the late Margaret (Kester) and Charles Raub. She was the wife of the late John "Bosco" Rzepiela. Together they celebrated 69 years of marriage on August 28th of last year before John's passing in February of 2024.

Doll worked for many years as a sewing machine operator for Wilgor Mills in Bethlehem. She was a member of Sacred Heart Catholic Church in Bethlehem Twp. She had a deep affection for caring for and being around children, spending many years and countless hours volunteering as a Girl Scout Leader. Doll's many hobbies included playing pool, crafting, sewing, dancing, listening to music, especially Elvis, cooking and baking. Family was always her first priority and loved and cherished them unconditionally.

She will be lovingly remembered by her daughters, Jane Weidemoyer and husband Dennis, and Donna Nemeth and husband Joseph; grandchildren, Sarah Sliwka and husband Justin, Maria Longua and husband Matthew, Molly and Benjamin, and great grandchildren, Claire, Lily, Zachary, Brielle, and Rosalia. She was predeceased by her sisters, Joan Raymond, Jane Senick and Margaret Donohue and brother, Charles Raub, Jr.

A viewing will be held from 10-11am on Tuesday, September 24, 2024, at Sacred Heart Church 1817 First St. Bethlehem, PA, 18020 followed by a Mass of Christian Burial 11am. The burial will be held at Holy Saviour Cemetery.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to PURA SYNDROME FOUNDATION - https://purasyndrome.org/ - in support of her granddaughter, Molly.