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Joseph Barron Obituary

Barron, Joseph S.Joseph Stephen Barron, 66, of Bethlehem, died suddenly on Monday, October 19, 2015. He was born in Allentown, the son of Mildred (Strecky) Barron of Bethlehem; and the late Joseph Michael Barron. He was the loving husband to Teresa (Hatch) Barron. They celebrated their 21st wedding anniversary on October 15th. Joseph was a truck driver for Walgreen's and a welder for Mack Trucks, Inc. He served his country in the U.S. Marines during Vietnam. He was known as the neighborhood handyman. Joseph was a member of the VVA and the Fullerton Legion. Survivors: He will be lovingly remembered by his wife, Teresa; son, Michael Barron and wife, Karen; daughter, Jill Torquato and husband, Michael; two step-daughters, Jennifer Schofer and companion, Nick Sheats, and Maren Schofer and companion, Philipp Mann; sister, Joanne Check and husband, Richard; four brothers, Stephen J. Barron and wife, Jean, Robert "Sparky" Barron and wife, Irene, Paul Barron and wife, Sandy, Albert "Corky" Barron and wife, Paula, two grandchildren, Emilia and Annika Barron and baby Anthony Torquato on the way; several nieces, nephews, great-nieces and great-nephews, cousins, aunts, uncles and his Chihuahua, Oscar. Services: A Funeral Service will be held on Saturday, October 24, 2015 at 11 a.m. at Connell Funeral Home, Inc. 245 E. Broad St., Bethlehem. Visitation will be Friday, from 6 to 8 p.m. and Saturday, from 10 to 11 a.m. in the funeral home. Contributions: Memorial Contributions may be made to No Kill Lehigh Valley, Inc. 919 W. Market St. Bethlehem, PA 18018 or Marine Toys for Tots Foundation,The Cooper Center,18251 Quantico, Gateway Drive, Triangle, VA 22172-1776. Send online condolences to www.connellfuneral.com.

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Published by Morning Call on Oct. 21, 2015.

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Gary Crusenberry

September 21, 2024

MY DAD WAS WILLIAM BARRON CRUSENBERRY HE DIED ON SEPT 22 2015 HE WAS 90 TO BE 91 0N SEPT 29 I THINK I FOUND YOU ON AN ATTICAL ABOUT THE USS WASP THAT WAS TORPEDOED MY DAD WAS ON THE SRARBORD SIDE AN WAS ABLE TO DIVE OFF WHEN THGE ABANED SHIP WAS ORDERED I WISH IS THIS WAS JOE BARRON PLEASE LET ME KNOW

October 29, 2015

Joe was an amazing man. Best neighbor in the world. Joe was always there for me and my two children when him an teri lived on 2nd st. You couldn't ask for a better neighbor or friend. You will be greatly missed. With all our Love kimberly,Michael an Celena

October 27, 2015

To the entire Barron Family,

We are so very sorry to hear of Joe's passing. We knew Joe for along time, he was a good guy. You all are in our thoughts and prayers that you may find peace in the comfort of warm memories. Denny and myself are so sorry that we could not be there to say goodbye.
Denny and Maryann Andreas

Nascar Russ Shaffer

October 25, 2015

My deepest condolences to the family. Joe will be greatly missed by everyone who knew him. May he rest in peace.

Steve Kiefer

October 23, 2015

Sparky, TJ and family sorry for your loss. May Joseph rest in peace. Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult time. The Kiefer family

October 23, 2015

To Jill and family,


My thoughts and prayers are with you and your entire family. Take care and God Bless you all.

Love,
Sindee & family

Judy Pitts Shelly

October 22, 2015

Heartfelt sympathy to Joe's wife and his entire family. Special thoughts sent to Steve....always remember the happy days...there were so many! The "Fairview Gang" will miss him deeply.

October 22, 2015

Dearest Millie,


I am so sorry to hear of the loss of your beloved son,Joe.You are in my thoughts and prayers.


Your old friend from ATT,
Ellie Sheldon Barrett
Felton,De.

Angelo Pedone

October 22, 2015

For all the times we had running up and down PA roads good by my good friend

Toni (Mertz) Marich

October 22, 2015

To the Barron Family:

My deepest sympathy to the entire Barron family. I am so sorry for your loss,my prayers and thoughts are with all of you in this time of sorrow. Rest in peace Joe.

October 22, 2015

To the Barron Family:

My deepest sympathy to the entire Barron family. I am so sorry for your loss, my prayers and thoughts are with you in your time of sorrow.

Jim Faletti

October 22, 2015

I'm so surprised and sorry to hear, he was a wonderful person and will be missed.

Stacy (Barron) Sommer

October 21, 2015

To the Barron Family,
My deepest sympathies at the loss of Joe. My prayers go out to all of you, especially Mike & Jill. The two of you are in my thoughts. Sending my love to you both.

October 21, 2015

Teri,kids,Millie,Steven,Sparky,Joann,Paulie and Corkie
Our heart felt condolences to all of you on the lost of your husband,father,son and brother.
The military taught us to never leave a man behind,you will always be remembered

Jody and Maryann Spirk

Patti Sarik

October 21, 2015

To wife, Terry, children and grandchildren, my deepest condolences. To brother Stevie, a big hug. Prayers to all. Rest in peace, Joe.

Jill Friedman-Clagett

October 21, 2015

May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief.

tom fletcher

October 21, 2015

Terry, please accept Barbara's and my condolences our prayers are with you and yours.

Stella (Cookie Argeros) Marino

October 21, 2015

Steve & Barron Family - My deepest sympathy. Went to Liberty with Joe and I always remember his wonderful smile. May he rest in peace. My thoughts and prayers are with all of you.

October 21, 2015

Dear Terry: I offer you and your family my deepest sympathy on the death of your dear husband. My thoughts and prayers are with you in this difficult time. Sincerely,
Anne Yori

pete Morganello

October 21, 2015

My heartfelt condolences to Terry and the entire Barron family. Joe will be sorely missed. My thanks for his service to his country and for being a lifelong friend. RIP Marine! Semper Fi! God Bless you!!

Sheila Krause

October 21, 2015

To Teri, So sorry to hear of the loss of the love of your life...Joe. Please know I will being praying for you and Michael, Jill, Jennifer and Maren. Joe was a very longtime friend and always a happy guy. Joe, I will miss the "by chance" times of running into you @ family gatherings. RIP

Tom Laubach

October 21, 2015

Joe was such a nice knowledgeable easy to talk to guy when I was learning how to drive truck for a living, always laughing and easy going and willing to help if I had a question. I haven't seen him for a couple years now but will always remember him throughout my life as a good friend.

Kathleen Barron

October 21, 2015

My heart, thoughts and prayers go out to Joes family. Sorry for your loss but another remarkable ANGEL will be watching over you.

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