Charles E. Reidler Sr.
February 3, 1937 – October 12, 2026 (Age 89)
Charles Edward Reidler Sr., 89, of Upper Pottsgrove Township, Pennsylvania, passed away peacefully on October 12, 2026, surrounded by his loving family. He was the husband of the late Joyce L. (Swinehart) Reidler, with whom he shared 39 years of marriage.
Born in Lavelle, Pennsylvania, on February 3, 1937, Charles was the son of the late Ralph and Sarah (Freed) Reidler.
Charles proudly served his country in the United States Air Force. Following his military service, he worked as a welder at Bethlehem Steel for many years, until the plant’s closure in April 1976. In his free time, Charles enjoyed trying his luck at the slot machines and playing bingo. Above all, he treasured the time spent with his family and friends.
Charles is lovingly remembered by his children, Tina, wife of R. Scott Lingenfelter, Cathy Moyer, Michelle, wife of Jerome Reddick, and Charles Reidler Jr.; 15 grandchildren; 25 great-grandchildren; and four great-great-grandchildren.
In addition to his wife and parents, Charles was preceded in death by his siblings, Ralph “Buddy” Reidler, Edith “Dolly” Mitchell, Kathrine Kancianic, and Carl Reidler; and his son-in-law, Gary Moyer Sr.
A visitation will be held on Friday, October 23, 2026, from 10:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. at Houck & Gofus Funeral Home & Cremation Services, Inc., 955 N. Charlotte St., Pottstown, PA 19464. A memorial service celebrating Charles’ life will follow at 11:00 a.m. Inurnment with military honors will follow at Highland Memorial Park, 701 Farmington Ave., Pottstown, PA 19464.