George S. Gruber, 92 years, of Orefield, passed away Sunday, May 01, 2016 at home. He was the widower of Elsie M. (Snyder) Gruber. Born in Germansville he was a son of the late Robert and Iva (Snyder) Gruber.

He was a farmer in Weisenberg and Lowhill Townships for 75 years. In addition to his farms, he farmed many of his neighbor's properties as well. George was a successful dairy farmer for many years. He was a skilled butcher whose knowledge was passed down to him, and he continued the tradition with his family. George was also a skilled welder and excelled in many other trades. George was a member of Weisenberg Lutheran Church in New Tripoli.

Survivors: sons: Clarence G. and wife Susan of Allentown, Allen C. and wife Ruth of Slatington, Roy R. and wife Linda of Auburn, PA, Dale R. and wife Cheryl of New Tripoli, and Marvin L. and wife Karen of New Tripoli, daughter, Shirley E. wife of Harry Sohon of Shoemakersville, brother, Ralph of Fogelsville, son-in-law, Paul Bauscher, brother-in-law Raymond Dengler, sisters-in-law, Ruth and Betty Snyder, 16 grandchildren, 39 great grandchildren, many nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by a daughter Carolyn E. Bauscher, a grandson, Andrew G. Gruber, 2 brothers and 3 sisters.

Services: 11 A.M. Thursday, May 5, at Weisenberg Lutheran Church, 7645 Weisenberg Church Rd., New Tripoli, with the Rev. Raymond J. Hand officiating. Visitation will be from 9:30 to 11 A.M. Interment, Church cemetery. Arrangements by Keller Funeral Homes, Inc., Fogelsville. Online condolences may be offered to the family at www.KellerFuneralHomes.com

Contributions may be made to the Weisenberg Lutheran Church Cemetery Assoc., 7645 Weisenberg Church Rd., New Tripoli, 18066.