Joseph F. Scheller

Joseph F. Scheller
Joseph F. Scheller, 73, of Bethlehem, passed away peacefully in his home surrounded by his loving family on Saturday, June 2, 2007. He was the husband of Julia (Deak) Scheller. They celebrated their 52nd wedding anniversary on May 28. Born in Bethlehem, he was the son of the late Frank and Elizabeth (Hauck) Scheller. A skilled craftsman, Joe was a carpenter and maintenance department supervisor for Bethlehem Area School District for 35 years until retiring. He was an accomplished musician. He first demonstrated this at Central Catholic High School, where he was student director of music. He later played with the band Variations for more than 40 years. He also played with other bands. He was a member of Notre Dame of Bethlehem Catholic Church, where he was an usher, the Jeffs, the Regular Fellows. He was a founding member of the Fugowees Jazz Club. Survivors: He will be sadly missed by his wife, Julia, at home; daughters, Julie Scheller and Mary Jo Scheller, both of Bethlehem, Beth Ann Wandler and her husband, Michael, of Bath; sons Gary, Terrence and his wife, Sharon, all of Bethlehem; grandchildren, Matthew, Elizabeth, Cory, Joseph, Julia and Chance; great-grandchildren Alex, Jake, Jason and Derek. He was predeceased by his sister, Grace Jani. Services: Mass of Christian Burial, 11 a.m. Thursday in Notre Dame of Bethlehem Catholic Church, 1861 Catasauqua Road, Bethlehem, where the family will receive relatives and friends for one hour prior to the Mass in church. Interment will be in Holy Saviour Cemetery. Arrangements are entrusted to Cantelmi Funeral Home, 1311 Broadway, Fountain Hill. Online condolences may be sent to: www.cantelmifuneralhome.com.