Charles T. Resh, 78, of Fogelsville, died May 23, 2026, in his home. He was the husband of Carol A. (White) Resh for 53 years.

Born in Allentown, he was a son of the late Thomas D. and Rose (Wonderly) Resh.

He was a 1965 graduate of Whitehall High School.

He served in the U.S. Navy during the South Vietnam campaign, achieving rank of ATR3.

He was employed as a switchman for Verizon, Kuhnsville, for more than 30 years before retiring in 2001.

He was a member of Morganland United Church of Christ, Orefield, where he served on church consistory.

A 32nd degree Mason and Shriner, he was a member of Jordan- Martin Lodge F&AM, Lehigh Consistory Valley of Allentown and Rajah Shrine, Reading. He was also a member of Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 8282, Breinigsville, and American Legion Post 217, Topton.

In addition to his wife, he is survived by a son, Matthew E. Richmond; three grandchildren, Calen, Keller and Kevin; and several nieces and nephews.

He was predeceased by a son, Capt. Mark T.; two sisters, Mildred McKeeby and Marian Peifly; and two brothers, Daniel and David.

Contributions may be made to Capt. Mark T. Resh Memorial Scholarship, attn: Northwestern Lehigh High School, c/o the funeral home, 2119 Washington Ave., Northampton, 18067.

Arrangements were made by Schisler Funeral Home Inc.