Wayne F. Gaugler, 79, of Bethlehem, died June 28, 2023, in his home. Born in Allentown, he was a son of the late Franklin M. And Evelyn (Adams) Gaugler. He was the husband of Joanne (Kilpatrick) Gaugler for 59 years.

He was a 1962 Liberty HS graduate.

He worked for the Bethlehem Steel for more than 36 years until he retired. He golfed with the Grover Cleveland Club.

In addition to his wife, he is survived by a daughter, Karen Anowar of St. Augustine, Florida; a son, Scott and his wife Karla of Allentown; a brother, Barry Gaugler and his wife Victoria of Nazareth; and four grandsons, Ryan, Nicholas, Derrick and Drew.

He was predeceased by a brother, Bruce Gaugler.

Contributions may be made to St. Luke’s Hospice, Development Office, 801 Ostrum St., Bethlehem, PA 18015.

Arrangements were made by Cantelmi Long Funeral Home Inc., Bethlehem.