William J. Tonkin, IV, 74, of Macungie, formerly of Emmaus, died Nov. 27, 2018 in Lehigh Valley Hospital.  He was the husband of Nancy A. (Hoffmeir) Tonkin.  Born in Allentown, he was the son of the late Martha (Seitz) and William J. Tonkin, III.  Bill was a graduate of Dieruff High School, attended Temple University, and was a graduate of the FBI National Academy, Quantico, VA.  He honorably served his country in the Army during the Vietnam War.  He was a police officer for South Whitehall Twp. for 26 years, after retiring in 1996 with the rank of Lieutenant.  After retirement, he was a district manager of PennDot and security officer at William Allen High School for over 15 years.  Bill loved the Jersey Shore and traveling.  His special love was time spent with his family.

Bill is survived by his devoted wife of 33 years, Nancy; daughter, Lori Hower of Catasauqua; stepchildren, Christopher Newton of Bethlehem and Kevin Newton of Emmaus; grandsons, Danny Hower, Caleb Newton, Frankie Newton, and Nathan Newton.  He was predeceased by a son, William J. Tonkin, V.

Memorial Services will be held on Sat., Dec. 1, 2018 at 11:00 AM in Schantz Funeral Home, P.C., 250 Main St., Emmaus.

In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to the Vietnam Veterans of America, 8719 Colesville Rd., Suite 100, Silver Springs, MD 20910.