Denise M. Brandle, 52, of Allentown died January 20th, 2010 at her residence.

Born in Fountain Hill on May 10, 1957 to the late John A. and Ruth (Christ) Brandle. Denise was employed by the Morning Call, Allentown and previously at Lehigh Valley Hospital and Dorney Park in the Horticultural Department for 11 years. She had attended Messiah Lutheran Church, Bethlehem and was also an avid Philadelphia Eagles fan. She will be sadly missed by family and friends.

Survivors: Brothers, Terry L. and his wife Sandy of Deltona, FL, John A. Jr. and his wife Linda of Easton and Michael A. and his wife Deborah A. of Bethlehem; Sisters, Carol L. wife of John H. Oberly of Bethlehem and Bonnie S. wife of Jim Barto of Deltona, FL; and many Nieces and Nephews. Denise was a loving mother to several rescue dogs including Shad, Tori, and Tosha.

Services: Family and friends are invited to call 10 - 11 a.m. Wednesday, January 27, 2010 at the Messiah Lutheran Church, 2020 Worthington Avenue, Bethlehem, followed by the service at 11:00 a.m. The interment will conclude services at Highland Memorial Park, Allentown. The Heintzelman Funeral Home Inc., Hellertown is in charge of arrangements.

Special Thanks: The Brandle family would like to express their gratitude to her close friends including Nancy and Ken Kling and Dr. James K. Margolis (known as Dr. J to Denise).

Contributions: Out of love for her dogs, the family requests donations to an animal rescue of your choice.