Charlotte H. Rauch, 75, of Heidelberg Township, died Oct. 16, 2016, in At Home at Parkland, Schnecksville. She as the wife of William H. Rauch for 29 years.

Born in Newark, N.J., she was a daughter of the late Charles and Helen (Henry) Horn.

She graduated from Emmaus High School in 1959.

She was employed in retail sales in furniture and appliances at various stores in the Lehigh Valley area for numerous years.

She assisted in the day care business. She was a longtime member of the Lutheran congregation at Heidelberg Union Church, Heidelberg Township.

In addition to her husband, she is survived by a daughter, Gwen and her husband Michael Edelman Sr. of Allen Township; a son, Gary Diefenderfer of Trachsville; a sister, Jacqueline Williams of Elizabeth, N.J.; three grandchildren, Amanda Brown, Laura Longley and Michael Edelman Jr.; and seven great-grandchildren.

Contributions may be made to the church, 5187 Irvin Road, Slatington, 18080.

Arrangements were made by Kevin E. Hunsicker Funeral Home Inc., Slatedale.