Lewis K. Fandl

Lewis K. Fandl, 104, of Lanark, formerly of Limeport and Allentown died on June 7, 2015. He was the husband of the late Helen Madle Fandl for over 70 years until her death in 2010. Born in Zahling, Austria, he was the eldest son of the late Lorenz and Mary (Zenz) Fandl. During his early years of employment he worked in the aircraft industry, both on the east and west coasts. During WWII he worked for Republic Aircraft on Long Island. With his knowledge of metals, he helped to design and test warplanes including the famous P-47 Thunderbolt. After the war, while employed by Air Products and Chemicals, he was involved in various government experimental projects for the U.S. space program. He retired from the former Lehigh Valley Electronics and Engineering in 1976 after many years of service. His favorite pastime was spent at his farm, a few miles from his residence, where he could be found enjoying the peace and quiet of nature as it reminded him of his boyhood homestead in Austria. During the 1950's he and his wife hosted summer picnics there for dozens of family, friends and neighbors.

SURVIVORS: Daughters, Kathleen (John) Kilian of Florence, SC and Joan Niles of Center Valley; Three grandchildren, Wendy Larish, Beth Strauss, Jeffrey (Tione) Larish; Five great grandchildren, Keryn Anchel, Hanna, Luke and Adele Strauss and Carmen Larish; Sisters, Hilda Eichelberger of PA, Viola (George) Rehrig of PA, and Louise Clark of AR. In addition to his wife, he was predeceased by a daughter and son-in-law, Elaine and David Larish, a granddaughter, Sherry Plante, two sisters, Rose Ritter and Emma Reichelderfer, and three brothers, William, Joseph, and Walter.

SERVICES: Mass of Christian Burial, 10:00 AM, Saturday, June 13, 2015 at St. Joseph's Catholic Church, 5050 St. Joseph's Rd., Coopersburg, PA 18036. Viewing: 9:00 - 9:45 AM, Saturday at the church.

CONTRIBUTIONS: In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to the church.