Robert M. Kuba

Robert M. Kuba, 76, of Lehighton, passed away Wednesday, November 6, 2024, at Lehigh Valley Hospital, Lehighton Campus. He was the husband of Jacqueline R. (Barney) Kuba, whom he married October 7, 1978, and celebrated 46 years last month. Born in Coaldale on January 17, 1948, he was the son of the late Michael V. and Sophie (Grybel) Kuba. Bob earned his AS in electrical engineering from Penn State University. He went on to work for the New Jersey Zinc Co., in the electrical engineering & maintenance department for 42 years before retiring. He enjoyed building and flying radio airplanes and was a former member of the Tuscarora R/C Club.

In addition to his wife Jackie, he will be lovingly remembered by siblings: Carol Kuba of Durham, NC, Susan and husband Carl Behrman of New Smithsville, Michael Kuba and wife Jean of Harpers Ferry, WV, as well as nieces & nephews. He was predeceased by a brother, Joseph Kuba in December 2021.

A memorial service will be held at 11AM on Thursday, November 14, 2024, at Harding Funeral Home, 25-27 N. 2nd Street, Slatington. Family and friends may pay their respects from 10 to 11AM at the funeral home. Interment will be private. In lieu of flowers, contributions in Bob’s name can be made to either Forgotten Felines & Fidos or Carbon County Friends of Animals, both c/o the funeral home.