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James Atiyeh Obituary
Jim was loved by all and just an all around great guy. He was an expert in automobile parts, originally in charge of the service department at Solomon Lincoln-Mercury in Bethlehem, then as a salesman at SOS Metal Products. He was a graduate of Allentown High School and Bethlehem Business College. He was a member of St. Paul's Orthodox Church in Emmaus and St. George Orthodox Church of Allentown, and a U.S. Army veteran.
He is survived by his wife Janet; daughters Jennifer Ashley and husband Paul of Nazareth, Janine Atiyeh of Chattanooga, TN and Jenelle Atiyeh of Chapel Hill, NC; step-sons Brian Fisher of Hilltown, PA, Scott of Wescosville, and step-daughter Jill Haines of Bethlehem; sister Eleanor Cross of Dayton, OH, grandchildren Liam and Dylan Ashley, Talya and Jake Grimaldi.
He was predeceased by his parents, daughter Jayme Grimaldi, his brother George Atiyeh and sister Rosie Abraham; step-sons Keith R. and Bruce R. Fisher.
Services: viewing on Tuesday, June 8th from 7-9 p.m. at St. Paul Antiochian Orthodox Church, 156 E. Main Street, Emmaus, also from 10-11 a.m. Wednesday followed by funeral service at 11:00 in the church. Interment at Laurel Cemetery, Whitehall.
Contributions can be made to St. Paul Church to benefit orphaned children in Syria.
Arrangements by the Nicos C. Elias Funeral Home.
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Don Storck
June 3, 2022
Jim was the best salesman I encountered in my 20 years as parts purchaser for the U S Postal Service. His friendly manner and attention to detail was top notch. We became very good friends and I regret losing contact after my retirement. Janet and he were very hospitable when we met in Naples Florida some years back. Hope Janet's health is good... God Bless...
Barbara (Anderson) Michell
June 11, 2021
Oh, Janet, where do I start. I am so sorry for your loss. I know very well how you feel because we both have lost too
many loved ones. I never got to meet Jim and that’s my loss. So, please stay strong with the help and support from
your families and friends. You have my love and support. Be in touch.
Jane Bainhauer
June 9, 2021
Jenelle, Janine, Jennifer, and Family,
I am sorry for the loss of your father. I will keep you in my prayers. Love, Jane Bainhauer and family
David Assad & Lucille Assad
June 9, 2021
To Janet and Family,
Even though condolences have been offered so many times for way too many... I cannot find the words to truly convey the sadness of the loss of Jim. I have always said he and his brother George and his sisters Rosie and Ellie were like brothers and sisters to me!
May he rest in peace, he will truly be missed.
Peggy Joan Raynock
June 8, 2021
James was a gentleman and a good neighbor
June 8, 2021
Sir,
Thank You for Your service to our country.
God Bless You!
God be with your family!
Sincerely,
A Grateful US Citizen
Carlene Engelman
June 7, 2021
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Don Storck
June 7, 2021
Jim would come in to the stockroom of the vehicle maintenance facility of the U S P S we lost touch when I retired but I’ve always thought of him as a friendwe met Janet in Florida for lunch both were very proper and friendly
Don and Bette Storck
Karen Wenz Rabenold
June 7, 2021
Dear Janet and family
We were so sorry to learn about Jim's passing. I have so many memories of spending time with Jim and his family. Hope you find comfort remembering all the wonderful memories shared with Jim. We are sorry we will be unable to attend his funeral service as we are in Florida. You will all be in our thoughts and prayers during this sad time. With our deep and sincere sympathy
Clark and Karen Wenz Rabenold
Naomi Solomon
June 7, 2021
Janet, My sincere condolences to you and your family at this time. I'll say prayers for you all. May his memory be Eternal.
Judy Assad Kaul
June 7, 2021
Janet and Family, Jimmy and I were saddened to learn of Jim's passing. Our most sincere condolence to all. I will always remember his infectious laugh and handsome smile. May he rest well and his Memory be Eternal. II Corinthians 5:8
To be absent from the body is to be present with the Lord.
Cheryl Correll
June 7, 2021
Jimmy was a great cousin, great dad to his four daughters, and just an all around great guy as stated above.
Much sympathy to you Janet.
Much love to my cousins Jennifer, Jayme in heaven, Janine and Jenelle.
Cheryl (Solomon) Correll
George Charles Jr
June 7, 2021
My sincere condolences to the Atiyeh and Solomon families. It was surprising to see Jim's obituary today. In my mind we're still younger and running into each other. When I think about it, I've known you all since I was born and have great memories of you all as I've grown up. Hopefully, holding onto those memories will help you heal during this loss. God bless you!
Melissa Wilvert Schappell
June 7, 2021
Janet and family,
So very sorry for your loss. You are in my thoughts and prayers
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