Ralph Carroll Frederick Jr., 90, of Orefield, died April 29, 2020, in Lehigh Valley Hospital, Salisbury Township.

He and his late wife Betty Jane (Wasser) Frederick met in 1947, were married in 1951 and shared 60 wonderful years of marriage.

His family takes comfort in knowing he is now reunited with the love of his life.

Born in Pottstown, he was the son of the late Ralph C. Sr. and Helen (Bertolet) Frederick.

In 1947, he graduated from Spring City High School, where he was president of his class and played football and baseball, and was in the band.

After graduating from Lafayette College in 1951, he joined the Navy serving during the Korean War as a lieutenant junior grade.

For 30 years, he was a history teacher at Parkland High School, retiring in 1993.

While teaching, he was an assistant baseball coach, class advisor, student council advisor, and financial advisor for school musicals.

He enjoyed being a member of Schnecksville Seniors.

What he enjoyed most was being with his family and his dog Cherie, all who loved and will miss him dearly.

His survivors include sons Ralph III “Randy” and his companion, Barbara, of Allentown, Jeffrey E. and his wife, Patricia, of Orefield; daughter Janine F., wife of Michael Keppel, of Coplay; grandsons Adam, Christopher, Nicholas, Craig, Benjamin and David; and eight great-grandchildren.

He was predeceased by his sister Jean Wherley.

Contributions may be made to the Lehigh County Humane Society.

Arrangements made by Trexler Funeral Home, Allentown.