Published January 07. 2026 11:06AM
formerly of Walnutport
Lillian L. (Musselman) Bachman, 96, formerly of Walnutport, died Jan. 2, 2026, at Sacred Heart Senior Living, Northampton, where she had been residing. She was the wife of the late Wilmer H. Bachman. Born in Palmerton, she was the daughter of the late Ashbel Musselman Sr. and Bertha (Weber) Musselman.
She was employed as a sewing machine operator for many years in various textile factories before retiring.
She was a member of St. John’s United Church of Christ, Slatington. Her greatest joy came from spending time with family and friends.
She is survived by children, Wilmer B. (Donna Jo), of Walnutport, Donna L. Fritzinger (Dennis), of Danielsville; sister, Helen Bertsch, of Walnutport; five grandchildren; eight great-grandchildren; two great great-grandchildren.
She was predeceased by siblings, Ashbel Musselman Jr., Jeanette DeLong, Joyce Geary, Lester Musselman.
A private graveside service will be held at Heidelberg Union Cemetery, Slatington. Per her request there will be no calling hours. The Heintzelman Funeral Home, Inc., in Schnecksville is in charge of arrangements. Online expressions of sympathy may be recorded at www.heintzelmancares.com.
Memorial contributions may be made to Family Pillars Hospice and/or Sacred Heart Senior Living, both in care of the funeral home, P.O. Box 196, Schnecksville, 18078-0196.
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