Ronald F. Leitgeb, of Coplay, died Oct. 3, 2025, in his home.

Born in Coplay, he was a son of the late Frank J. and Erica J. (Knauss) Leitgeb.

He attended Coplay High School.

He served in the U.S. Army during the Vietnam War, where he received four distinguished medals — National Defense Service Medal, Vietnam Service Medal, Vietnam Campaign Medal and Marksman (Rifle M-14) Medal. He served with the 554 Maintenance Company in Qui Nhon.

He worked as a heavy equipment operator for Lehigh County Parks Department for 32 years.

He was a member of St. John the Baptist Catholic Church in Whitehall.

He is survived by a brother, Raymond of Coplay; a nephew, Eric of Northampton; and a great-nephew, Kaiden.

There will be a calling time 10-11 a.m., followed by a funeral service 11 a.m., Oct. 9 at the funeral home, 327 Chestnut St., Coplay.

Contributions may be made to the church, 3024 S. Ruch St., Whitehall, 18052.

Arrangements were made by Brubaker Funeral Home Inc.