The Life of Robert L. Freiler

Robert (Bob) L. Freiler, 88, of Orwigsburg and also Lakeland, Florida, passed away Thursday, April 11th, with his beloved wife by his side at his Lakeland home. Born in Pottsville on March 15, 1936, he was a son of the late Grace (Snyder) Bierman and the late Leslie Freiler.
He was the loving husband of Lillian Marie (Homovich) Freiler, married since May 22, 1982.
He was a graduate of Pottsville High School and was employed as a police officer for the City of Pottsville, ascending the ranks from sergeant to chief of police. After his retirement from the police force, Bob was employed as a detective in the Schuylkill County District Attorney's Office.
Bob's family was his entire world, and he never held back his love and affection. He was an avid Notre Dame football fan and New York Yankees baseball fan. Before his illness, Bob loved going on walks and sitting on his front porch chatting with neighbors.
In addition to Lillian, his wife of 41 years, Robert is survived by his daughter, Cynthia Sorokach, wife of Edward, son, Richard Freiler, husband of Tammy; and Bobby Freiler, husband of Alexa.
Bob is also survived by his grandchildren Kathy Gipe, Cory Sorokach, Michael Freiler, Bobby Freiler, Jr. and his two great grandchildren, Colin & Jillian Gipe.
A funeral Service will be held at Hamilton - Breiner Funeral Home & Cremation Services, Inc. in Orwigsburg, PA. on Monday April 22nd at 11:00 AM. Visitation will begin at 9:00 AM. Interment will follow at Schuylkill Memorial Park, Inc. Schuylkill Haven, PA.