Francis P. “Fran” Montuori, 90, of Lower Macungie Township, died peacefully Aug. 16, 2025, at Lehigh Valley Hospital, Cedar Crest campus, Salisbury Township.

A devoted husband, father, grandfather and friend, his quiet strength and enduring presence left a lasting mark on all who knew him. He lived a full and vibrant life marked by devotion to family, faith, education and community.

Born in Orange, N.J., to Carmine “Frank” Montuori and Amelia “Millie” Montuori (née Serino), he grew up in West Orange, N.J. After graduating from Our Lady of the Valley High School, he attended Stevens Institute of Technology in Hoboken, N.J. and received an associate degree from Newark College of Engineering before completing his bachelor’s degree, and later an MBA, at Rutgers University. During his academic years, he was an active member of the Tau Delta Phi fraternity.

He spent his professional career with AT&T and Lucent Technologies. He launched his career in 1959 with Western Electric’s Defense Activities Division in Manhattan, N.Y. His professional path later led him to Bell Labs in Whippany, N.J. He was transferred to the Western Electric Plant in Allentown and moved to the area in early 1974. After retiring from Lucent, he remained connected to his professional roots through the Western Electric Pioneers.

Beyond his career achievements, he was deeply involved in civic and educational organizations. A 60-year Life Member of the United States Power Squadron in both the Northern New Jersey and Delhigh squadrons, he rose to the rank of senior navigator and generously shared his knowledge by teaching Power Squadron classes.

He made lasting contributions to youth music programs through his involvement with Allentown Central Catholic High School’s music department. As president and trip organizer of the Music Parents Association, he played a key role in enriching students’ musical experiences.

As a member of the Assumption Travel Club, he explored destinations such has Spain, Italy, Morocco and Eastern Europe. He enjoyed boating and fishing whenever possible and was a lifelong fan of the New York Giants football team. He was a devout Catholic and longtime attendee of St. Thomas More Church.

He is survived by his wife of nearly 63 years, Diane; son, David (Sarah), of Virginia; daughters, Dori Levi (Marc), of North Carolina, Elena Soper, of California; grandchildren, Tony, Rachel, Dana, Meg, Justin and Ethan; many nieces, nephews and cousins.

He is predeceased by his parents; twin brother, Donald P. Sr.; son-in-law, John Soper.

A Funeral Mass will be held at St. Thomas More, 1040 Flexer Ave., Allentown, 11 a.m. Sept. 12, with visitation beginning 10 a.m.

Arrangements by Heintzelman-Stephens Funeral Home, P.C. www.heintzelmanstephens.com

Please consider a donation to WLVT-TV 39 (pbs39.org) or WWFM The Classical Network (wwfm.org) in his memory.