Terry W. Kistler

Mr. Terry W. Kistler, 65, of Little Gap Road, Aquashicola, Lower Towamensing Township, Pennsylvania, died suddenly early Sunday morning, October 7, 2018, after being stricken at home.  He was the husband of Karen M. (Smith) Kistler since August 8, 1970.  Born in Slatedale, Washington Township, he was a son of the late Ray T. and Ida R. (German) Kistler.

Terry was employed by the Palmerton Area School District as school custodian for 20 years, retiring in 2015.  Previously, he worked at the former Stanwood Textile Mill, Slatington.  He attended First United Church of Christ, Palmerton.  Terry was an avid pool player and social member of the American Legion Post #16, and the Skeet Club, both of Slatington.  He was also a member of the East Penn Sporting Club, West Bowmans, and the Aquashicola Volunteer Fire Company, Lower Towamensing Township.  He and his wife loved cruising in their 1974 Model 20 Shortbed Van, and their 1977 Harley-Davidson Sportster.  Terry enjoyed NASCAR and the UFC Friday Night Fights.

Survivors: Wife, Karen.  Daughter, Kimberly A. Kistler of Aquashicola.  Granddaughter, Kassandra M. Hertzog.  Sister, Diane wife of Keith Rice of Germansville.  Brothers, Barry Kistler of Washington Township, George and wife Lucille Kistler of Slatedale.  Several nieces and nephews.  He was predeceased by brothers, Norman, and Nelson.

Services: Graveside Services, 2:00 p.m., Thursday, October 11, 2018, at Jerusalem Lutheran Cemetery, Church Drive, Trachsville, Towamensing Township.  Arrangements are by Campton Funeral Home, Inc., 525 Delaware Avenue, Palmerton, PA 18071.  Online Condolences may be left for the family at: www.schislerfuneralhomes.com

Contributions: May be made in his memory to the charity of one's choice.