Edward F. Koren, 72, of Whitehall Township, died Oct. 27, 2026, after a battle with cancer. He was the husband of Tina Jo Koren.

Born and raised in Coplay, he was a son of Edward M. Koren and Teresa Sinkovitz.

He graduated from Alvernia College with a bachelor’s degree in criminal justice. Following college, he completed specialized training in Georgia and later graduated from the State Police Academy. He earned a law degree from Temple University.

He served as an agent with the U.S. Secret Service in Washington, D.C., during President Jimmy Carter’s administration. He later joined the Pennsylvania State Police, beginning a career that would span more than 25 years. He rose through the ranks to become a lieutenant. His career included several notable leadership positions, including director of the crime laboratory for Troop M in Bethlehem and leadership at the Fogelsville barracks.

Following his retirement from PSP, he continued to apply his knowledge and expertise in legal and regulatory fields, including work with the Financial Industry Regulatory Authority and as an independent arbitrator.

He attended church services at St. Peter Roman Catholic Church, Coplay, or St. John’s Church, Whitehall.

In addition to his wife, he is survived by a son, Matt; a daughter, Ashley with fiancé Matt Diehl; two brothers, Mike and Greg; and a sister, Anne Marie Pammer.

A Mass of Christian burial will be held 10 a.m. Nov. 14 at St. Peter’s, 4 S. Fifth St., Coplay. A brunch to celebrate his life will be held noon Nov. 14 at West Coplay Maennerchor, 3326 N. Ruch St., Whitehall.

Contributions may be made to Furry Feet Rescue, 771 S. Cottonwood Road, Walnutport, 18088.

Arrangements were made by Gilbert Funeral Home Inc., Whitehall.