Dean H. Frantz, husband of the love of his life, Marlene B.M. (Steigerwalt) Frantz, died Nov. 19, 2013, in Lehigh Valley Hospital, Muhlenberg.

In addition to his wife, he is survived by a great son, Matthew and his wife, Deborah; four beautiful granddaughters Shannon, Myrena, Dakota and Makela, whom he loved dearly; brother Dr. Jerry Frantz and wife, Alice; sister Judy Muffley and husband, Carl. Born in West Bowmans, he was a son of the late Harvin O. and Naomi S. (Bowman) Frantz.

He was predeceased by a premature unnamed sister. He also has a daughter not seen since 1991.

He loved to hunt, fish and go camping with his family.

A 1956 graduate of Lehighton High School, he served in Company B 165th Military Police Pa. National Guard Battalion when they were activated to Fork Polk, La., for the Berlin Crisis.

He worked for PP&L Co. in various positions for more than 30 years before retiring in 1995.

He was a member of Kilowatt Craftsman's Club.

A member of Ziegels United Church of Christ, Breinigsville, he was a past consistory member, elder and deacon for many years.

He was a member of Lehigh Lodge 326 F.&A.M., since 1978 and also a member of East Penn Chapter 336 Eastern Star.

He was a benefactor life member of the NRA, a life member of the Ontelaunee and Point Phillips rod and gun clubs, and Ray A. Masters American Legion Post 217, Topton.

Condolences may be offered to the family at kellerfuneralhomes.com.

Contributions may be made to the church memorial fund or to the American Heart Association, online at donate.heart.org or by mail P.O. Box 15120, Chicago, IL 60693.

Arrangements were made by Keller Funeral Homes Inc., Fogelsville.