C. Louis "Lou" Gatch, 71, of Macungie, died Sept. 2, 2012. He was the husband of Carol Gatch. They were married for 50 years.

He retired from AT&T Long Lines in 1989.

He was a member of St. Ann's Catholic Church, Emmaus.

He is survived by his wife; daughter, Cheryl and her husband William Lagler; son, Craig L.; grandchildren, Taylor and Jarrett Lagler; and Sadie and Cameron.

Contributions may be made to a charity of one's choice.

Arrangements were made by the Bachman, Kulik & Reinsmith Funeral Home, P.C., Emmaus.