Maj. Nathan Kline, U.S. Air Force retired, 95, died Sept. 9, 2019, in Lehigh Valley Hospital, Salisbury Township.

His wife, Rae (Levine) Kline, died in 1997.

Born in Allentown, he was the son of the late David and Sarah (Gaimon) Kline.

A decorated World War II veteran, having flown 65 bombing missions as a B-26 bombardier/navigator, he was the recipient of the Distinguished Flying Cross and the French Legion of Honor.

Having retired from the Air Force after 42 years of service in 1984, he served as a board member with many organizations in the Lehigh Valley including being a liaison to the military for the City of Allentown and President Emeritus of Lehigh Valley Military Affairs.

He was the owner of the former Kline’s Auto Industrial, Allentown, for several years before retiring in civilian life.

His survivors include a son, Brian R. Kline of Katy, Texas; daughter Janice H. Kline of Houston, Texas; three grandchildren; and two great-grandchildren.

He was predeceased by his sister, Edith P. Kline.

Services will be at 11:30 a.m. Sept. 13 in Bachman, Kulik & Reinsmith Funeral Home, 17th and Hamilton streets, Allentown.

Interment will follow at Beth El Memorial Park, Whitehall.

In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to the Lehigh County Historical Society, 432 W. Walnut St., Allentown, PA 18102.