Larry Jay Rikli

Larry Jay Rikli, 68, of Emmaus, passed away unexpectedly, in the comfort of his home, on Sunday, October 30, 2022.

Born on May 2, 1954, in Allentown, he was a son of the late John and Elizabeth (Kiniuk) Rikli.

A graduate of Southern Lehigh High Schools Class of 1972, Larry went on to earn an associates degree in business from Lehigh Carbon Community College.

Larry was the franchise owner of Clutch Cargo LLC, a branch of BTX Air Freight, which has been under his leadership for over twenty-five years.

Outside of work Larry enjoyed playing bass guitar, golfing, fishing, and gardening. He a was an excellent chef at home, loved to grill, and was a classic movie buff.

He is preceded in death by his parents.

Larry will be lovingly remembered by his wife: Carol Ann (Schiavone) Rikli, to whom he wed on September 30, 1990; one son: Braden Rikli; one daughter: Corrine Rikli; his brother: Gregory Rikli; as well as several aunts, uncles, and cousins.

A visitation will be held at the Connell Funeral Home, Inc., 245 East Broad Street, Bethlehem, on Saturday, November 5, 2022, from 11:00am until the time of the funeral service, in the funeral home, at 12:00pm.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made, in Larry's name, to St. Joseph Church, 5050 St. Joseph Road, Coopersburg, PA 18036.

Visitation
Saturday, November 5, 2022
11:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Connell Funeral Home, Inc.
245 East Broad St.
Bethlehem PA 18018
US
610-868-8531

Memorial Service
Saturday, November 5, 2022
12:00 PM
Connell Funeral Home, Inc.
245 East 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