Charles J. Anders, 61, of Bethlehem, died Sunday, October 8, 2017, in Lehigh Valley Hospital-Muhlenberg.  He was the husband of Jeanmarie (Reese) Anders for 27 years.

Born in Allentown, he was a son of the late Ralph Ellwood and Constance Joan (Hollowell) Anders.

After graduating from Saucon Valley Sr. High School in 1974, Charles served in the U.S. Army 25th Infantry Division until 1977.  He was the lead forklift operator at Pratt Industries for many years.

Survivors: Wife, Jeanmarie; daughter, Michelle (Eric) Walters; sister, Diane (Ray) Matey; brothers, Gary and Ron Anders; three granddaughters; nieces, nephews, great-nieces and great-nephews.

Services: Will be private.

Contributions: In lieu of flowers, please send memorial donations to the American Cancer Society, 3893 Adler Place, Bethlehem, PA 18017.  Online condolences may be sent to www.pearsonfh.com.