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William E. Raub

November 7, 2014

William E. Raub

William E.  “Bill” Raub, 75, of Hanover Twp., PA died Friday, November 7, 2014 in Lehigh Valley Hospital, Muhlenberg. Born March 26, 1939 in Easton, PA he was a son of the late Howard F. and Anita M. (Haase) Raub.

A 1957 graduate of Wilson High School, he had served in the Army Reserves and was employed by Pfizer Inc. for 23 years before retiring from the ISK Magnetics Co. An avid bowler, he bowled in leagues at BarDon Lanes and Mountainview Lanes.  He also loved music and photography.

He was a very active member of St. John’s Lutheran Church, Easton, where he served as financial secretary, on the executive committee and as head of the property committee. He was also a member of the Junior Order of United American Mechanics.

He is survived by his daughter: Diane L. Raub, with whom he resided; nieces and nephew: Bonnie, Howard and Sarrah Raub. He was predeceased by his wife Carol (Werkheiser) Raub who died Nov. 7, 2011 and a brother Terry Raub.

Services will be held 7 PM Wednesday (Nov. 12) in St. John’s Lutheran Church,  330 Ferry St., Easton, PA with a viewing from 6 to 7 p.m.  in the church. The burial will be 10 AM Thursday (Nov. 13) in St. John’s Union Cemetery, Morgan Hill Road, Williams Twp., PA. The Ashton Funeral Home, Easton is handling the arrangements.

Memorial Contributions may be made to the church or to the American Cancer Society.

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