Frederick R. Lutte, 82, of Bethlehem passed away peacefully in Gracedale on Oct. 17, 2016. He was the beloved husband of Fay R. Lutte also in Gracedale. Born in Allentown he was the son of the late Frederick and Martha (McEllroy) Lutte. He worked in the Kitchen for 39 years at the former Allentown General Hospital retiring in 1996. He was a life member of the 540 Democratic Club, Grover Cleavland Club and the Fraternal Order of Eagles. He was also a member of Christ Church UCC, Bethlehem where in the earlier years he was a greeter.

Survivors: In addition to his wife Fay, are a sister, LaRue Jones of Bethlehem; niece, Donna Kelly (John) of N.Wales; nephew, Michael Skerlak (Jill) of NC; great nieces and nephews, Mary Kate, Elizabeth, Jack, Lauren, Christopher, Jennifer, Tara, and Amy. Preceded in death by great nephew, Eric..

Services: A viewing will take place on Saturday, from 9:30-10:30 AM followed by a funeral service at 10:30 AM all in the JAMES FUNERAL HOME, 527 Center St., Bethlehem. Burial will be in Bethlehem Memorial Park.

Contributions: to Christ Church UCC, 75 E. Market St. Bethlehem 18018 would be appreciated.