Carl R. Benner, 58, of Orefield, died March 17, 2025, in St. Luke’s Hospital, Allentown.

He and his wife, Debra (Goldman) Benner, shared 25 years of marriage.

Born in Allentown, he was the son of Eleanor (Ruch) Benner of Whitehall and the late Donald Benner.

He was an IT professional for various companies.

He will be remembered for his love of sports, especially softball, and being actively involved with his children’s sports and other activities.

He loved to be outdoors, tinkering in the garage and being his family’s handyman.

In addition to his wife and mother, he is survived by a son Carl J. of Pittsburgh; daughter Anna of Orefield; and brother Dale and his wife, Bonnie, of Allentown.

He was predeceased by his brother David.

Contributions may be made to the American Liver Foundation, c/o the funeral home.

Condolences may be offered at trexlerfuneralhome.com.

Arrangements were made by Trexler Funeral Home, Allentown.