Paul M. Heist, 87, of Macungie, formerly of Allentown, died Sept. 13, 2019. He was the husband of the late Christine M. (LeVan) Heist. Born in Wescosville, he was the son of the late Oliver and Beulah (Reichard) Heist.

He was a member of Jordan Evangelical Lutheran Church, Orefield.

He served in the U.S. Army during the Korean War.

He was employed at Lucent Technology for 20 years before retiring.

He was a member of IBEW Local 375.

He enjoyed watching his grandchildren playing softball, yard work and spending time with his family.

He is survived by his children, Melinda M. and her husband, Brian Lichtenwalner, Michael C., Michele A. and her husband, Rich Kozy; grandchildren, Summer Kozy, Emma Kozy and Kinsley; brother, Luke; sister, Alice Adams. He was predeceased by a grandson, Benjamin; six brothers and three sisters.

Contributions may be made to the church memorial fund at Jordan Evangelical Lutheran Church, 5103 Snowdrift Road, Orefield.

Arrangements were made by the Schmoyer Funeral Home, Breinigsville.