Geraldine Trout

Geraldine (Strickler) Trout, 87, of Bethlehem, went home to be with the Lord on September 8, 2016. She was the wife of the late John D. Trout, III for 61 years.

Gerry was born August 18, 1929 in Manheim; daughter of the late Gilbert and Carrie (Frey) Strickler. She was a graduate of Manheim Central.

She began her career in the office of Georges Foodliner and later retired as a checker from Weis Market after 40 years of service. She enjoyed all of the friends that she made while living at Sterling Heights and most mornings Gerry could be found walking with friends at the Westgate Mall. She also enjoyed bingo and playing pinochle. Gerry was as an active member at Church of the Manger, United Church of Christ, Bethlehem. She will be forever remembered for her thoughtful and kind nature, her energetic spirit and the love that she shared with family and friends.

She will be lovingly remembered by her daughters, Lori, wife of Bob Diefenderfer, of Virginia and Sandra, wife of Nicholas Gatanis, of Bethlehem Township; grandchildren, Drew, Alyssa, Marianna & Alexis; and great-grandchildren, Chase, Katie and Rilyn. She was predeceased by her son, Daniel Trout.

Visitation will be held on Monday, September 12, 2016 from 10 to 11 a.m. at the Connell Funeral Home, 245 E. Broad St. Bethlehem, PA 18018. A funeral service will follow. Burial will be private.

In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to the American Heart Association, 968 Postal Rd #110, Allentown, PA 18109.

Visitation
Monday, September 12, 2016
10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
The Connell Funeral Home
245 E. Broad St.
Bethlehem PA 18018
US
610-868-8531

Service
Monday, September 12, 2016
11:00 AM
The Connell Funeral Home
245 E. Broad St.
Bethlehem PA 18018
US
610-868-8531

Funeral HomeConnell Funeral Home, Inc.
245 East Broad St.
Bethlehem PA - 18018
US
610-868-8531