Katherine A. Wilson of Bechtelsville

Katherine A. Wilson, 77, of Bechtelsville, wife of Thomas C. Wilson, passed away on Tuesday November 6, 2018, in the St. Luke’s Hospital, Allentown.

Born in Philadelphia, PA, she was a daughter of the late Katherine (Flaherty) and Howard Chidister.

She was last employed as an executive secretary for Rodale Press in Emmaus. Katherine was also a homemaker and caregiver though out her life.

Katherine is survived by her children, Donald J. husband of Catherine Thorpe of Spring Hill, TN. David A. Thorpe companion of Keri Florig of Blue Bell, PA. Matthew A. husband of Jennifer Thorpe of Macungie. Grace A. Thorpe of Limerick and Katherine M. Elfatah of Bethlehem. Grandchildren: Donald, Samantha and Shawn Thorpe. Christopher Mancini, Christopher and Sidney Thorpe. Arron, Aidan and Cera Thorpe. Jayson Simpson, Megan and Amanda Thorpe. Annabella and Claudia Estrada. Great Grandchildren: Ruby Rose Smith, Daisy, Alex and London Thorpe. She is also survived by her brother, Frederick Chidister of Lewes, DE.

Family and friends are invited to attend a “celebration of life” event scheduled for Friday November 9, 2018 from 12:00 to 4:00 PM at the Spring Valley Village Community Center, 67 Stauffer Rd. Bechtelsville, PA. 19505.

Funeral Services will be held at the Linwood W. Ott Funeral Home 111 North Reading Ave. Boyertown Monday November 12, 2018 at 11:00 AM.

Family and friends may call Monday at the funeral home from 10:00 to 11:00 AM.

Interment will be in Fairview cemetery.

In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to the Hawk Mountain Sanctuary.

Online condolences may be made at www.lwottfuneralhome.com