Robert L. Blank, 81, of Allentown, died Oct. 3, 2016, in his home surrounded by his loving family.

He and his wife Sandra J. (Frankenfield) Blank celebrated their 60th wedding anniversary on Sept. 29.

Born in Allentown, he was a son of the late Harold E. and Goldie M. (Smith) Blank.

He was a sheet metal worker for Mack Trucks until 1990 and then with Trexler Industries before retiring in 1997.

A member of Asbury United Methodist Church, South Whitehall, he was a veteran of the U.S. Army.

A member of the Mack retirees U.A.W. 677, he was a life member of Lehigh Valley Active Life and the Alburtis Senior Citizens.

He enjoyed steam engines, playing pinochle and bingo and was an avid sports fan.

His greatest joy was spending time with his grandsons and supporting them in all their activities. They were the love of his life.

In addition to his wife, he is survived by a son, Timothy S. and his girlfriend, Anne Hanna, of Springfield; brother Ronald and his wife, Sue, of Macungie; sisters Fern Romig of Macungie and Shirley M. Mader of Alburtis; grandsons Nicholas L. and Alexander T. and his fiancée Kayla Hammer.

He was predeceased by his brother and sisters.

Contributions may be made to the church, 1533 Springhouse Road, Allentown, PA 18104.

Arrangements made by Stephens Funeral Home Inc., Allentown.