Luther J. Hottle, Jr.

Luther J Hottle Jr, 93, of Bethlehem, Pennsylvania, passed away on February 1, 2023, at St. Luke’s Hospice.  A wonderful father, grandfather, uncle, and friend, Luther loved life to the fullest and brought a smile to the face of everyone he met. He was an avid dancer and was beloved by the dance community for his sense of humor, stories, and smooth moves. Luther was a voracious reader who wanted to understand everything about the world around him. He spent endless time clipping newspaper articles for family and friends and tinkering in his well-organized cellar.

Luther was a machinist at Bethlehem Steel from 1948-1990. He served in the National Guard of Pennsylvania from 1947-1951 and the US Army from 1950-1951. Luther was also a quiet philanthropist who, unbeknownst to even those who knew him best, gave generously to many organizations and non-profits.

Luther is predeceased by his wife, Claire Sterner Hottle, brothers Kenneth W. Hottle and Robert P. Hottle, and sisters Dorothy Hottle Bennik, Nola (Frank) Hottle Szakal, and Annetta Hottle Colodonato. 

Survivors: He is survived by his daughter, Linda Lotter, grandchildren Valerie (Mike) Ripley, Elizabeth Arthofer, and Timothy (Marouchel) Lotter, as well as great-grandchildren, Kim (Adam) Newell, Matthew Ripley, Fallon Lotter, and Declan Lotter, and great great granddaughter, Olivia Newell. He will also be missed by the many nieces, nephews, great-nieces, and great-nephews who brought him so much joy.

Services: Funeral Service 11:00AM Monday, February 6, 2023 at Cantelmi Long Funeral Home, 500 Linden Street in Bethlehem, PA.  A viewing will take place from 9:30AM to 11:00AM Monday in the funeral home.  Burial at Union Cemetery in Hellertown. A reception to celebrate Luther’s life will be held at a later date.  A memorial tribute may be recorded at www.cantelmifuneralhome.com.

In lieu of flowers, please consider a donation to St Luke’s Hospice, St. Luke’s Hospice, 2455 Black River Rd., Bethlehem, PA 18015, https://www.slhn.org/development/what-you-can-support/providing-world-class-care/hospice-care/support-hospice-care  or the Luther J. Hottle Fund at the Lehigh Valley Community Foundation.  Luther J. Hottle Fund https://www.lehighvalleyfoundation.org/luther-j-hottle-fund/

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