Kenneth E. Dech, 69, of Bethlehem, died March 31, 2017, at his residence. Born in Northampton, he was a son of the late Kenneth H. and Ruth E. (Hess) Dech.

He attended St. Peter’s U.C.C. Church, Seemsville.

He is survived by two sisters, Ruthann and her husband Emery Werkheiser of Northampton and Virginia Brey of Hilliard, Ohio; three nieces; and three nephews.

Contributions may be made to Life Path, c/o the funeral home, 2119 Washington Ave., Northampton, 18067.

Arrangements were made by Schisler Funeral Home, Inc., Northampton.