William A. Vargo, 94, of Zionsville, died Nov. 15, 2018 in Lehigh Valley Hospital.  He was the husband of Rose M. (Schmaldinst) Vargo.  Born in Bethlehem, he was the son of the late Joseph and Bertha (Posh) Vargo.  He was a 1942 graduate of Emmaus High School.  Bill worked for Bethlehem Steel, Firestone Tire, and retired in 1986 from Occidental Chemical.  He was a member of Zion's Evangelical Lutheran Church.  He honorably served his country in the Navy during WWII from 1943 to 1946.  He was a member of Macungie VFW and Zionsville Fire Company.

William is survived by his wife of 69 years, Rose; Son, William J. Vargo and wife Charlotte of Emmaus; Daughters, Patricia A. wife of Barry Ritter of Emmaus and Mary Ellen L. wife of Michael Banyas of Macungie; 4 Grandchildren, 7 Great Grandchildren, and 1 Great Great Grandchild to be born in December; many nieces and nephews.  He was predeceased by 2 grandchildren.

Memorial Services Sat., Nov. 24, 2018 at 11:00 AM in Zion's Evangelical Lutheran Church, 5901 Kings Highway South, Old Zionsville, PA 18068.  Visitation9:30 to 11:00 AM in the church.  Interment will follow in Calvary Cemetery.    Schantz Funeral Home, P.C., Emmaus is handling arrangements.

In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to the church or to a charity of choice.