John Demeter

John Demeter obituary

John Demeter

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John Demeter Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by James Funeral Home & Cremation Service, PC - Bethlehem on Dec. 5, 2025.
John Demeter, 88, of Bethlehem, passed away on Wednesday, December 3, 2025 at Riverton Nursing and Rehab Center, East Allentown. He was the beloved husband of the late Dolores (Dean) Demeter with whom he shared 66 years of marriage before her passing in February of this year. Born in Pottstown, he was a son of the late John and Anna (Shandor) Demeter. He worked as a manager for the former Two Guys for several years and then for UPS as a package handler for many years until retiring in 1999. He was a parishioner of Ss. Peter and Paul Byzantine Catholic Church, Bethlehem.

Survivors:He is survived by his children, Deborah Sorba and her husband Nick, Gregory A. Demeter, John M. Demeter, Brian S. Demeter; brother, Michael Demeter; 5 Grandchildren and 7 Great Grandchildren. He was preceded in death by brother a Stephen and sisters, Julie, Helen, Kathryn, Dorothy, Mary, and Anna.

Services: Relatives and friends are invited to his viewing on Wednesday morning from 9:30 to 10:30 AM in the JAMES FUNERAL HOME 527 Center St., Bethlehem, followed by the Office of Christian Burial with Divine Liturgy at 11:00AM at Ss Peter and Paul Byzantine Catholic Church, 1140 Johnston Dr., Bethlehem. Burial will be at Bethlehem Memorial Park.

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Keeping you all in prayer for the loss of your dad. We are so sorry to hear of his passing. Another loved one gone to soon. I never met him, but heard so much about him thru my mom Joanne Keller who also recently gained her wings in heaven. I know my mom loved your family. May his memories live in your hearts forever. He will be missed so much and forever loved. RIP John you are now pain free. Im sure my mom will be telling everyone stories up in heaven and having a great time laugh.

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Upcoming Events

Dec

10

Visitation

9:30 a.m. - 10:30 a.m.

James Funeral Home & Cremation Service, PC

527 Center Street, Bethlehem, PA 18018

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Dec

10

Service

11:00 a.m.

Ss. PETER and PAUL BYZANTINE CATHOLIC CHURCH

1140 Johnston Dr., Bethlehem, PA 18017

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