Raymond E. Keiper, 73, of Orefield, died peacefully June 16, 2020, surrounded by his loving family in his residence.

He was the loving husband of Barbara J. (Fillman) Keiper for more than 48 years, they married on May 13, 1972.

Born June 29, 1946, in Allentown, he was the son of Martha V. (Rothrock) Keiper and the late Ernest F. Keiper.

A 1965 graduate of Dieruff High School, Allentown, he was a proud U.S. Air Force veteran who honorably served his country from 1966-70.

He was a faithful member of Presbyterian Church of Catasauqua for many years and especially enjoyed attending church activities during the holidays.

He was employed at the Fuller Company and went on to work on the production line of Mack Trucks, Allentown, for more than 17 years before retiring in 1992.

A member of Tri-Boro Sportsmen Club, Northampton, he especially enjoyed fishing.

In addition to his beloved wife and loving mother, he is survived by daughter, Jennifer L., wife of Chad Bellesfield, of Catasauqua; granddaughters Shawnna and husband, Stephen Yost, of Texas; and Emma S. Bellesfield of Catasauqua; brother-in-law Richard Fillman and wife, Toni; sister-in-law Linda, wife of Keith Lenhart; cousins Suzanne, husband of Al Martin, of Florida; and Cindy, husband of Michael Cole, of Allentown. He is also survived by nieces, nephews, cousins, and friends.

He was predeceased by his brother-in-law Kenneth Fillman who is survived by his wife Yvonne.

A graveside service will be private due to current restrictions at Garden of Peace Cemetery, Fullerton.

Contributions may be made in his memory to Presbyterian Church of Catasauqua, 210 Pine St, Catasauqua, PA 18032.

Condolences may be recorded at brubakerfuneralhome.com.

Arrangements made by Brubaker Funeral Home, Catasauqua.