Richard E. Solt, 75, of Orefield, died April 9, 2022, at St. Luke’s Hospital, Fountain Hill.

He was the husband of the late Faye L. Solt.

Born in Lehighton, he was the son of the late Walter A. Solt Sr. and Sarah (Walck ) Solt.

He was a mechanic for various places in the Lehigh Valley including Mack Trucks, Rental Uniform Service, Inc. and retired from TransEdge Truck Center of Allentown.

He was a member and trustee of the Schnecksville Fire Co.

He was an avid hunter and enjoyed being in nature, working on cars, and loved spending time with his family.

His survivors include: children, Dianne C. Benner (Kenneth), of Kempton, Tammy L. Paules (Scott), of Slatington, Rick J. Solt (Stephanie Bender), of Germansville; siblings, Gary Solt (Sarah), Barbara Chyko (Joseph), Sandra Ziegenfus (Earl), and Hilda Fritzinger; grandchildren, Laura and Nathaniel, many nieces and nephews.

He was predeceased by siblings, Clair, Walter, Robert Sr., Edward, Betty Walck, Catherine Grow, Fern Miller, Sara Fisher and Marlene Rehrig.

Online condolences may be offered to the family at www.KellerFuneralHomes.com.

In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to the American Heart Association c/o the Funeral Home, P.O. Box 52, Fogelsville, 18051.

Arrangements were made by Keller Funeral Home.