William L. Yerger, Sr., age 65, of Schnecksville PA, died Friday, January 10, 2003 in his home. He was the Husband of Shirley B. (Schaller) Yerger. The couple celebrated their 41st Wedding Anniversary last April.

Born in Schuylkill County PA, he was the son of the late Irvin F. Sr. and Caroline A. (Spears) Yerger. He was a Roofer for the former J.J. Morello Roofing in Bethlehem and prior to that as a Self-Employed Roofer for 30 years, retiring in 1987. He was a Veteran of the United States Army, having served during Peacetime.

He is survived by his Wife; Sons, Dean R. Schaller of Schnecksville PA and Harvey L. Yerger of Schnecksville PA; Daughter, Jeanne S. Guth of Northampton PA; Brothers, Irvin F. Yerger, Jr. of Allentown PA, George R. Yerger of Bethlehem PA and David L. Yerger of Easton PA; Sisters, Lilly Korn of Bethlehem PA and Caroline A. Brittenburg of Allentown PA; and 6 Grandchildren. He is predeceased by his Son, William L. Yerger, Jr., 1990.

Funeral Services will be held 11:00 a.m. Monday, January 13, 2003 in the Heintzelman Funeral Home, Inc., 4906 Route 309, Schnecksville PA. Family and Friends may Call 9:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m. Monday in the Funeral Home. The Reverend Linda M. Lennon officiating. Interment will be private.

In Lieu of Flowers, Memorial Contributions may be made to the Family c/o the Funeral Home, PO Box 196, Schnecksville PA 18078-0196.