Donald E. Wehr, 88, formerly of Orefield, died Jan. 14, 2024, in Whitehall Manor, where he was residing.

He was the husband of the late Miriam R. (Wertman) Wehr.

Born Feb. 3, 1935, in Meyersville, North Whitehall, he was the son of the late Elmer P. and Lillian E. (Ruch) Wehr.

A millwright for AT&T, formerly, Western Electric, Allentown, for 32 years, he retired in 1987

He was a member of various horse and tractor clubs, as well as Union United Church of Christ, Neffs.

Hi survivors include sons Randal D. Wehr (Danni) of Alburtis, Dennis W. Wehr of Selinsgrove, Jerry A. Wehr (Pat) of Slatington, and Timothy J. Wehr (Lisa) of Orefield; sisters Nancy A. Horning of East Texas, Doris Horwath of Coopersburg, and Clairann Bond of S. Lyon, Mich., Loretta Wehr of Coopersburg; brothers Bruce Wehr of Germansville, and Barry Wehr of New Tripoli; eight grandchildren; and one great-granddaughter.

He was predeceased by siblings Richard and Elmer P. Wehr Jr., and Jean Roth.

There will be a private funeral service at the convenience of the family.

Interment will follow the service at Union Church Cemetery, Neffs.

Expressions of sympathy may be made at heintzelmancares.com.