John F. Kocher, 91, of Walnutport, died Aug. 8, 2023. He was the husband of the late Frances (Ritter) Kocher,

Born in Whitehall, he was the son of the late Joseph Sr. and Marion (Crouthamel) Kocher.

He worked at Cross Country Clothes for 27 years as a production manager. He then worked in maintenance at Northampton Area High School for 18 years.

He served Christ United Church of Christ as a deacon, past president and an elder of the church consistory for many years.

He participated in the senior bowling league at Hampton Lanes.

He is survived by two daughters, Lynn L. Ritter of Walnutport and Georgene and husband Richard Doyle of Bethlehem; five grandchildren; six great-grandchildren; and a sister, Thelma Seidel of New Tripoli.

He was predeceased by two brothers; four sisters; and one granddaughter.

Contributions can be made to the church memorial fund, c/o the funeral home, 2119 Washington Ave., Northampton, 18067.

Arrangements were made by Schisler Funeral Homes Inc.