Richard L. Gergar, 72, of Bethlehem, died Sept. 27, 2017, following a battle with cancer. Born in Bethlehem, he was a son of the late Anna and Louis Gergar of Bethlehem.

He was a 1962 Liberty High School graduate.

He worked for 30 years at Bethlehem Steel. In May of 2006 He was ordained as a deacon by the Diocese of Allentown in May of 2006. He was assigned to St. Anne’s Church, Bethlehem.

He was a member of the Knights of Columbus and was an honorary Fourth Degree Knight. He was with the Cursillo movement and was at the 19th weekend.

In addition to his wife, he is survived by a son, Richard and his wife Theresa of Annapolis, Md.; four grandchildren, Colin, Madison, Dylan and Gavin; a daughter, Susan Taylor; a granddaughter, Lily; and a nephew, Mark Ihrie.

He was predeceased by a sister, Elizabeth Ihrie.

Contributions may be made to Gift of Life Family House, 401 Callowhill St., Philadelphia, PA 19123-4018.

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