Ralph T. Engle Jr., 72, of Andreas, died Oct. 28, 2017, at St. Luke’s University Health Network, Bethlehem. He was the husband of Shih-Chu (Diane) Engle for 15 years.

Born in Palmerton, he was a son of the late Ralph T. Sr. and Nellie V. (Knittle) Engle.

He was a U.S. Navy veteran of the Vietnam War era.

He was a machine installation supervisor for Hetran Inc., Orwigsburg, for 20 years before retiring in June 2013.

He attended St. Paul’s United Church of Christ, Indianland.

In addition to his wife, he is survived by a son, Rodney T. and his wife Stacy of Lehighton; four daughters, Laura Dorshimer of Bowmanstown, Tammy and her husband Michael Smith of Lehighton, Stephanie of Palmerton and Rene Engle of Andreas; 10 grandchildren; and seven great-grandchildren.

He was predeceased by two brothers; and a sister.

There will be a calling hour 1-2 p.m., followed by a funeral service 2 p.m., both Nov. 2 at the funeral home, 2119 Washington Ave., Northampton. Interment will follow at Indianland Cemetery Association, Cherryville.

Contributions may be made to Rene Engle’s education fund, c/o the funeral home.

Arrangements were made by Schisler Funeral Home Inc.