Marshall D. Beers, Jr., 73, of Allentown, died Sept. 11, 2016 in St. Luke's Hospital surrounded by his family. He was the husband of Carol A. (DeLong) Beers, with whom he celebrated 40 years of marriage. Born in Palmerton, he was the son of the late Marshall D. Beers, Sr. and Naomi (Shelley) Beers. He was the lead housekeeper for Muhlenberg College for 29 ½ years, retiring in 2012 due to illness. He served with the Cetronia Ambulance Corps. He honorably served his country in the Army stationed in Germany.

Survivors: Wife; Son, Keith M. Beers and wife Jennie of Northampton; Daughter, Heidi K. Beers of Hatfield; Brothers, David Beers and wife Kay of Allentown, James Beers and wife Debra of Emmaus, and Martin Beers of Emmaus; Sister, Mae Parsell of Emmaus; Grandson, Chase J. Beers; Step Grandson, James F. Wright, III; Nieces and Nephews.

Services: Memorial Services with military honors Friday, Sept. 16, 2016 at 2:30 PM in Schantz Funeral Home, P.C., 250 Main St., Emmaus. Visitation 1:30 to 2:30 PM in the funeral home.

Contributions: In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to Second Harvest Food Bank, 6969 Silver Crest Rd., Nazareth, PA 18064.