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Joseph David Garvey, 88, died on February 9, 2014 surrounded by his loving family at home in Allentown, PA. He was born in 1925, to the late Thomas and Marguerite (Leson) Garveyin Spring Lake, NJ. Joseph was an Eagle Scout who attended Holy Spirit Grammar School and graduated from Asbury Park High School. He enlisted in the U.S. Navy in 1943 and served as an Aviation Cadet at the Naval pre-flight school in Chapel Hill, NC, Naval Air Station in Glenview, IL, and the Naval Air Station in Pensacola, FL. He cherished his memories of flying and reminisced often about his experiences as a pilot. Joseph received an honorable discharge in 1945. Joseph Garvey loved his country and his military service was a source of great pride to him. He returned home from service, attended college and participated in the post war revival of this country as a member of Americas greatest generation. He was a mechanical engineer who attended Bucknell University. He was a member of Sigma Alpha Epsilon fraternity and met his future wife, Virginia Ginny (Egizio) Garvey. Joseph was a sales representative for the Worthington Corporation in New York City and moved to Bethlehem, PA, where he was President of A-Treat Bottling Company for fifty years. Joseph was a Little League manager, a Giants football season ticket holder, an avid golfer and a member of Lehigh Country Club. He loved animals, told legendary stories and enjoyed traveling with his wife, Ginny. Survivors: Joseph is survived by his wife of 65 years, Virginia; his four children, Joseph, Jr. (Christine), Thomas (Susan), Kathleen (John Spagnola) and Sally (David Wuthrich) and twelve grandchildren. Services: A Mass of Christian Burial will be held on Saturday, February 15, 2014, at 11 a.m. at Notre Dame of Bethlehem Catholic Church 1861 Catasauqua Road Bethlehem. Call Saturday, from 10 a.m. to 11 a.m. in the Church. Contributions: In lieu of flowers, the family is requesting that donations be made to the Wounded Warrior Project P.O. Box 758517 Topeka, Kansas 66675. Arrangements by the J.S. Burkholder Funeral Home, Allentown. www.jsburkholder.com
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Donnie Ritter
February 17, 2014
I was one of the unfortunate people not having the honor and privilege of meeting Joe Garvey.A former A-Treat Worker (Donnie Grube)and a present employee both told me that Joe was a very nice man.I responded to that by saying "I assumed he was because his off spring Joe Jr.and Tom.Both are wonderful and super nice people.It's a great blessing,honor,and privelage to know Joe Jr.and Tom. Both have very big hearts .Now having met Joe's two daughters Kathleen and Sally who are very sweet and personable. Last but not least meeting Joe's wife who is golden and has a beautiful spirit."Behind every good man is a great woman"..Through the obituary article in the Morning Call I learned a few things about Joe. He was a very loyal,couragess,dedicated,and proud military man.I'll bet the planes he flew were in better condition than the A-Treat trucks.He loved his family.He loved sports .He honored his lifetime commitment and covenant of marriage to his wife Virginia.Man of principles and great character .Psalms 90:10 says "The number of our days are 70 years and by reason of strength 80 years"He was blessed with 88 years.U.S Air Force Veteran. Phila.Eagle fan. A-Treat driver .
Donnie Ritter
Cousins Robert and Anita Russoli
February 16, 2014
Dear Ginny, Joey, Tommy, Kathy, Sally and family. I was saddened to hear of Joe's passing. He was a fine man, always a gentleman, very bright, and a great sense of humor. I spent my summers, during college, working at A-Treat. Joe was very fair to work for. He was a buffer between Uncle Joe
and me. I can still picture him at the plant, with the WSJ in his back pocket. Joe, Tony Falco, and I laughed alot during those work days. He leaves us all with so many pleasant memories. Anita and I will remember him, as well as all of you, in our prayers. We have been supporters of the Wounded Warriors Program for well over a year. God Bless All Of You.
Donnie Ritter
February 15, 2014
Tom and Joe,It was a real joy today to meet your family at your father's memorial.You have a wonderful and remarkable family. All very good looking and all very cordial.
John Spagnola still looks like he could play in the NFL.Former great,tough,and hard nosed tight end for the Phila Eagles
Karen & Bill Maurer
February 14, 2014
I am so sorry for the loss of Mr. Garvey. You are all in our thoughts and prayers.
February 13, 2014
What a tribute to a full and wonderful life. He is surrounded by a large loving family. Kindest Regards, Linda Cobb
Mike Stahl
February 13, 2014
Tom & Joe
Sorry for your loss. It was my pleasure to know and work for your father(A-Treat 1977-1985). He was a great guy.You are in my thoughts and prayers.
Hyun Byun
February 13, 2014
Kathleen,
May you and rest of your family feel the comfort and peace of God's embrace, as you grieve the earthly loss of your father.
Deepest sympathy n love to you, Hyun
Donnie Ritter
February 12, 2014
Tom And Joe ,Sorry about the lost of your father .I send my most sincere and deepest sympathy. You are in my thoughts and prayers.
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