Elleen C. Rinker, 86, of Coopersburg, died at home July 13, 2024. She was the loving wife of the late Earl A. Rinker for 54 years until his death in 2011. Born in New York City, she was the daughter of the late Joseph and Hilda (Posch) Vogel.

She was a graduate of Coopersburg High School, Class of 1955.

She was employed by the former General Electric Co. in the small appliance division.

She was a lifelong member of Chestnut Hill Church, Coopersburg.

She is survived by a son, David, of Wyomissing; daughter, Donna and her husband, John Sabo, of Northampton; grandchildren, Heather, Nathan Sabo and his wife, Ashley. She was predeceased by a sister, Dorothy Zweifel; a brother, Roy Vogel.

Memorial contributions may be made to Chestnut Hill Church, 6870 Chestnut Hill Church Road, Coopersburg, 18036-9704.

Services will be held 10:30 a.m. July 18 at the Bachman, Kulik & Reinsmith Funeral Home, 225 Elm St., Emmaus. A viewing will be held 9:30-10:30 a.m. July 18 in the funeral home.