Lillian Schoch

Lillian Bear Schoch, 82, of Bethlehem died Monday, April 23, 2007 at Lehigh Valley Hospice in Allentown.

Born September, 20 1924 in Allentown she was the daughter of the late Clarence and Florence Bear. She was married to Arnold Schoch with whom she just celebrated their 48th anniversary this past January.

Lillian loved working in the yard. She also enjoyed going to casinos, playing bingo, and shopping.

She will be lovingly remembered by her husband, Arnold, of Bethlehem, daughters; Irene Kline and husband Martin, of Allentown, Shirley Kleckner and husband Dave, of Palmerton, brothers; Allen Bear, Eugene Bear, and Earl Bear, sister; Dorothy Madeja. She is also survived by five grandchildren, nine great grandchildren and one great great grandchild..

She was preceded in death by her son Rodney Schoch.

SERVICES will be held on Thursday April 26, 2007 at 12:00 pm at Connell Funeral Home, Inc. 245 East Broad St. Bethlehem, PA. Visitation will be from 11:00 am to 12:00 pm in the funeral home.