Mark T. Rheiner

Mark T. Rheiner, 45, of Bethlehem, PA passed away in a tragic accident Sunday, February 7, 2010 in Hanover Township. Born April 9, 1964 in Allentown he was the son of Phyllis M. DeLong and Leo R. Rheiner, Jr.

Mark was a past Fire Chief and lifetime member of the Hanover Township Northampton County Volunteer Fire Company. He was the owner and operator of his own business, Mark's Appliance Service. Prior to opening his own business he worked at Diehl Appliance for 29 years. He also worked for Knoebels, helping out after many of the college students that worked there went back to school. Mark was also very involved with Northwest Little League where he would coach and volunteer much of his time there. He was also very involved with his nieces and nephew at Liberty High School where he would support them in cheerleading and football. Mark was a dedicated, loyal and fun loving man and will be missed by all those that had the pleasure to know him.

Mark will be lovingly remembered by his parents, Leo and Phyllis Rheiner of Bethlehem, sisters, Susan wife of Gary Souilliard of Bethlehem and Beth wife of Dana Wallace, nieces, Kelsey Wallace and Tara Souilliard and nephew, Chad Souilliard. He will also be missed by his Parrot, Duffy.

SERVICES

The family will receive friends and guests on Thursday, February 11, 2010 at Connell Funeral Home 245 E. Broad St. Bethlehem, PA 18018 from 7-9 PM. A Mass of Christian Burial will be held Friday, February 12, 2010 at Notre Dame Catholic Church 1861 Catasauqua Rd. Bethlehem, PA 18018 at 11 AM. Burial will follow at Holy Saviour Cemetery in Bethlehem.

Memorial Contributions may be made in Mark's name to The Hanover Township Northampton County Volunteer Fire Company 100 Stoke Park Rd. Bethlehem, PA 18017.