Karl L. Scheirer, 86, of Bethlehem, passed away peacefully in his sleep on May 15, 2019, at the Rittenhouse Village in Allentown.  Karl was born to parents Larry and Margaret Scheirer on January 28, 1933, in Bethlehem.

After graduating from Liberty High School in 1951, he served his country for three years in the U.S. Army in the early 1950s stationed at Fort Bragg, North Carolina.

Karl met hiswife and companion of 65 years, Shirley A. Helms, while stationed in North Carolina and they were married in Bethlehem on May 14, 1954.  Karl and Shirley were blessed with two boys, Ron and Bob.

Karl had a long career at Bethlehem Steel in the accounting department, retiring after 35 years.  After retirement, he remained active for many years as a volunteer for the Easter Seal Society and served the community as a transport driver for the disabled.  Karl had a passion for cars, was an aviation enthusiast and in later life enjoyed walking his dogs.

He is survived by his wife, Shirley; sons, Ronald Scheirer (Karen) and Robert Scheirer; grandchildren, Callie and Brett; and great-grandchildren, Vera, Jaxon and Charles "CJ".  He will be deeply missed by his family who loved him so dearly.

All are welcome to attend the Celebration of Life memorial service on Saturday, June 1, at 2:00 p.m. in the Pearson Funeral Home, 1901Linden Street, Bethlehem.  Interment will be at Cedar Hill Memorial Park with a private family service.

Online condolences may be sent to www.pearsonfh.com.