Larry Edwin Grube


July 28, 1947

January 25, 2021

Larry E. Grube, 73, of Bethlehem, passed away on Monday, January 25, 2021. He was the devoted husband of Kathryn (Hay) Grube, with whom he shared over 52 years of loving marriage. Born in Trenton, NJ he was the son of the late Norman and Bertha (Shaffer) Grube. Larry was a Truck Driver for over 40 years accumulating over 3 million miles accident free and retiring from Yellow Freight Systems. After retirement, Larry worked for Bethlehem Township Parks and Recreation. He was an active member of St. Mark's Lutheran Church, Bethlehem. Larry enjoyed Dirt Truck racing and could be found at Turn number 4 at Grandview Race Track. He was an avid Pittsburgh Steelers Fan. 

SURVIVORS: In addition to his loving wife Kathy; daughter Wendy Haring and husband Raymond of Bethlehem; son Wayne Grube and wife Andrea of Bethlehem; loving grandchildren Matthew, Faith and Rachel; godson Richard "Spanky" Grube; siblings Violet McCandless and husband James of Bethlehem Twp., Richard Grube and wife Linda of Bethlehem Twp. and Michael Grube and wife Kathleen of Wind Gap and his sister in law Muriel Grube Kresge. Larry was preceded in death by his brothers Martin Grube and Ronald Grube. 

SERVICES: A Viewing will be held on Sunday, January 31, 2021 from 4 P.M. to 6 P.M. at the Cantelmi Long Funeral Home, 500 Linden Street, Bethlehem, PA 18018. Due to current restrictions we ask you to follow social distancing protocols and a facial covering must be worn. The Funeral Service will be private and at the convenience of the family but may be viewed via livestream beginning at 10 A.M. on Monday, February 1, 2021 on Larry's obituary page at www.cantelmifuneralhome.com.

CONTRIBUTIONS: In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to St. Mark's Lutheran Church, 3771 Easton Avenue, Bethlehem, PA 18020.