Robert A. Remaly, 89, of Allentown, originally of Bethlehem, died Nov. 26, 2018, at Rittenhouse Village at Lehigh Valley in its memory care unit.

He was the son of the late Arthur and Catherine (Walk) Remaly.

A radio operator in the Army, he became interested in electronics while serving his country.

Upon return to civilian life, he repaired radios and TVs in a business venture.

From there, he went on to teach electronics at Lincoln Technical Institute, and after acquiring a Master’s degree at Temple University, he taught electric and print shop at Raub Junior High School, now Raub Middle School.

Before entering the service, he married the late Carolyn Lakits and fathered six children.

During his young life, he developed an interest in magic which remained with him through his lifetime and he created a magic act he performed at local magic conventions.

He was a member of Assembly 92, Reading, Ring 32, Allentown, the Society of American Magicians, and the International Brotherhood of Magicians.

Beginning in high school and continuing through his adult life, he enjoyed the music and lifestyle of Bing Crosby.

When he became a teacher, he had summer months free and traveled through all 48 contiguous states, making sure to visit each capital and its attractions.

In his retirement years, he continued traveling, enjoyed his many magic encounters and could be found playing pinochle at the Senior Center in Allentown.

His survivors include children, Mark and Craig of Allentown, Gary of Bethlehem, Jason of Phoenixville, Shirley of Coplay, Cynthia Snyder of Florida; brother James of Bethlehem; sisters Janet Baker of Florida, Elizabeth Stephens of Myerstown, and Dorothea Salter of Allentown.

He enjoyed a 43-year relationship with companion and significant other, Nancy Michener.

He was predeceased by his brother, Edward.

His services will be private.

Arrangements made by Stephens Funeral Home Inc., Allentown.