Richard L. Gergar

Deacon Richard L. Gergar, 72, of Bethlehem, passed away at home surrounded by his loving family on Wednesday, September 27, 2017, following a battle with cancer. Born in Bethlehem on December 15, 1944, he was the son of the late Anna and Louis Gergar of Bethlehem.

Richard graduated from Liberty High School in 1962. He was employed for 30 years at Bethlehem Steel. In May of 2006 Richard was ordained as a Deacon in the Diocese of Allentown and assigned to St. Annes Church in Bethlehem. He was a member of the Knights of Columbus and was an honorary 4th Degree Knight. He was also involved with the Cursillo and made the 19th weekend.

Surviving with his wife, Diane, are his children: son, Richard (Theresa) of Annapolis, MD; grandchildren, Colin, Madison, Dylan and Gavin; daughter, Susan Taylor and granddaughter, Lily; nephew, Mark Ihrie. He was predeceased by sister, Elizabeth Ihrie.

A viewing will be held on Monday, October 2, 2017 at St. Annes Catholic Church 450 E. Washington Ave., Bethlehem, PA 18017 from 9:30-11:30 AM followed by a Mass of Christian Burial at 11:30 AM. Arrangements Connell Funeral Home, Bethlehem.

In lieu of flowers contributions may be made to Gift of Life Family House, 401 Callowhill St., Philadelphia, PA 19123-4018

Cemetery
Holy Saviour Mausoleum
2575 Linden St.
Bethlehem PA 18017
US

Viewing
Monday, October 2, 2017
9:30 AM - 11:30 AM
St. Anne's Catholic Church
450 Washington Ave.
Bethlehem PA 18017
US

Mass of Christian Burial
Monday, October 2, 2017
11:30 AM
St. Anne's Catholic Church
450 Washington Ave.
Bethlehem PA 18017
US

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