Richard W.M. Gerstenberg , 62, of Bethlehem, died Oct. 1, 2012, in his home. He was the husband of Teresa (Micklo) Gerstenberg for 28 years.

Born in Fountain Hill, he was the son of Carrie (Miller) Gerstenberg of Bethlehem and the late Stanley W. Gerstenberg.

He was in the U.S. Marine Corps during the Vietnam War.

He was employed by the Bethlehem Steel Company and later by Bon-Ton.

He was a member of Ss. Peter and Paul Byzantine Catholic Church, Bethlehem.

He belonged to the VFW Post 4714, Northampton.

In addition to his wife, he is survived by four sisters, Caroline Souilliard of Newburgh, N.Y., Ruth Wackley of Danielsville, Joanne Hess of Allentown and Tina Michael of Bethlehem; a brother, Raymond Gerstenberg of Northampton; nieces; and nephews.

He was predeceased by a brother, Stanley Jr.

Contributions may be made to the church or Northampton VFW Post 4714.

Arrangements were made by Pearson Funeral Home Inc., Bethlehem.