Charles F. Kehnel, 87, died Feb. 2, 2018, in St. Luke’s Hospital, Fountain Hill.

Born in Allentown, he was the son of the late Charles and Francis (Knauss) Kehnel.

A 1948 graduate of Allentown High School, he played football and basketball under the legendary J. Birney Crum.

He attended National Agricultural College, now Delaware Valley University, for two years, before being drafted to serve in the Army during the Korean War at Fort Knox, Ky.

A professional driver by trade, he worked for the Morning Call, Class Janitor Supply Company and CRW auto parts, before fully retiring in 2004.

A lifelong traveler, journeyman and tour guide, he was often the happiest when behind the wheel of a van filled with family and friends, or simply driving his beloved wife, Gloria, to the grocery store.

“Good-time Charlie” was a great prankster with a snide sense of humor, and a personality to alter a room.

An avid sports fan, he could often be heard on the sidelines of a Parkland High School game fiercely rooting on the Trojans, or cheering for the Yankees and Eagles from his own living room.

His survivors include his daughter Amy Kehnel of Allentown; son Steve Kehnel of Pittsburgh, sister Nancy Vandergrift of Allentown; three nieces and one nephew.

He was predeceased by his wife of 41 years, Gloria E. Kehnel.

Condolences may be offered at kellerfuneralhomes.com.

Contributions may be made to Forgotten Felines and Fidos Inc. 6022 Mountain Road, Germansville, PA 18053.

Arrangements were made by Keller Funeral Homes Inc., Fogelsville.