Eldon C. Ganssle, age 56, of Stockertown PA, died Thursday, August 25, 2005 in his home. He is the husband of the late Cathy Ganssle.

Born in Allentown PA, he is the son of Eldon C. and Marion M.(Posh) Ganssle of Hellertown PA. Eldon worked in Electrical Mechanical Maintenance at the Pechiney Plastic Packaging, Washington NJ for the past 8 years. He served his country honorably during the Vietnam War in the United States Army and is a recipient of the Purple Heart. He is of the Catholic Faith.

He is survived by his Loving Parents; Daughter, Rachel A. Ganssle, Centerville OH; and Sister, Bonnie L. Fiala of Bethlehem PA. He is predeceased in death by his Brother, Joseph Ganssle.

A Memorial Mass will be held 9:30 a.m. Wednesday, August 31, 2005 at the Church of St. Theresa of the Child Jesus, 1408 Easton Road, Hellertown PA. There are no calling hours. Arrangements are by the Heintzelman Funeral Home, Inc., Hellertown PA.

In lieu of flower, Memorials may be made to the Church, PO Box K, 18055.