Florence A. (Rinker) Cordes, 92, formerly of Allentown, died May 19, 2020, at Cedarbrook Nursing Home, Allentown. She was the wife of the late Russell Cordes, who died in 1988. Born in Allentown, she was a daughter of the late Clarence O. and Blanche E. (Ebert) Rinker.

She was a graduate of Coopersburg High School.

She worked at Miller Underwear, Allison Mfg and Lehigh Cordage Co.

She was an avid walker and enjoyed taking bus trips, going to the casinos and shopping at the Allentown Farmer’s Market.

She will be remembered for her delicious Pennsylvania Dutch style cooking and baking.

She is survived by a daughter, Kathy (Andy) Lockwood; sons, Gary (Debora) and Russell; grandchildren, Jason (Erin) and Amy; great-grandchildren, Avery and Mia. She was predeceased by brothers, Earl, Paul and William Rinker; sisters, Doris Rinker and Ruth Giancarlo.

Contributions may be made to Chestnut Hill Church.

Services are private due to COVID-19. Graveside services will be at Chestnut Hill Church Cemetery, Coopersburg. Arrangements are entrusted to the Bachman, Kulik & Reinsmith Funeral Homes, Emmaus.