Robert W. Eberly, 74, of Moore Township, passed away peacefully Friday, July 21, 2017 at Lehigh Valley Hospital - Muhlenberg.  He was the beloved husband of Susan Starner Eberly, together they celebrated 53 years of marriage.

Born August 19, 1942 in Bath, he was a son of the late Francis "Pete" and Elsie Werkheiser Eberly.

Bob was a graduate of Northampton High School, class of 1960.  Prior to retirement at the age of 62, he worked as a diesel mechanic for Chemical Lehman Tank Lines in addition to working part-time with the Upper Nazareth Township road crew for over 30 years.  Leisure hours were spent tending his vegetable garden, taking camping trips and hunting.  Most of all, he treasured time spent with his family.

He was a member of St. John's United Church of Christ, Nazareth.

In addition to his wife Susan, Bob is survived by his loving family, 3 sons Robert W. II of Bethlehem, James E. and his wife Laura and Stephen T. and his wife Carrie all of Nazareth; 1 brother, Melvin "Sonny" Eberly; 4 granddaughters, Jessica, Paige, Natalie and Claire.  He was predeceased by 1 brother, Ralph "Nip" Eberly.

Family and friends are invited to a Graveside service Thursday, July 27 at 10am in Greenwood Cemetery, Nazareth.  Arrangements are under the care and direction of Schmidt Funeral Home, 407 Belvidere St., Nazareth.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions in Bob's name may be offered to St. Jude Children's Research Hospital, 501 St. Jude Place, Memphis, TN 38105.