Richard J. Bilger, 76, formerly of Emmaus, died July 25, 2012 in Cedarbrook. Born in Allentown, he was the son of the late Fiett G. F. and Emma (Falk) Bilger. He worked for the former Emmaus Cap Company, Rodale Press, and retired from Parkland School District after working there over 30 years. 

Survivors: Nephews, Dennis Ziegler of Walnutport and Dennis Bilger of Macungie; Niece, Virjean Dauksha of Harrisburg. He was predeceased by a brother, Donald C. Bilger and a sister, Betty L. Ziegler.

Services: Funeral Service Sat., July 28, 2012 at 10:30 a.m. in the Schantz Funeral Home, P.C., 250 Main St., Emmaus. Viewing 9:30 to 10:30 a.m. in the funeral home. Interment will follow in Emmaus Moravian Cemetery. Online condolences may be made to www.schantzfh.com 

Contributions: In lieu of flowers contributions may be made to Cedarbrook, 350 South Cedarbrook Rd., Allentown, PA 18104.

Information Courtesy of Schantz Funeral Home, P.C.