Joseph Earl David

Joseph Earl David, lovingly known as Joe, Dad, and Pappy, passed away peacefully on December 29, 2025, at the age of 87, surrounded by the family he loved so deeply.

A proud United States Navy veteran, Joe served his country with honor and dedication. He had a lifelong love for travel and the sea, enjoying cruises, adventures around the world, and sharing stories from his journeys.

Joe truly enjoyed life. He loved a good buffet, being wined and dined, trying his luck gambling, and spending time fishing and hunting. Above all, he adored being with his family. Time spent together - sharing meals, laughter, and everyday moments - meant everything to him, and his love for his children, grandchildren, and great-grandchildren was constant and unconditional.

He lived by his favorite saying, "One day at a time," and found comfort in the Serenity Prayer, which reflected his faith and strength:
God, grant me the serenity to accept the things I cannot change, courage to change the things I can, and wisdom to know the difference.

Joe was a salesman of self-help and self-protection industry and was previously employed as a truck driver. He was a member of the Jordan-Martin Lodge F&AM.

He will be deeply missed and forever remembered by his family, whose lives were filled with love because of him

Joe is survived by his children, Alice David, Lisa Ford, Joseph David, Charles David, and Wendy David; his 6 beloved grandchildren; and 6 great-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by a granddaughter, Alyssa Kreps; and his former Wife, Carol J. (Bilger) David.

Services: A Memorial Service to honor Joe's life will be held at 1 p.m. on January 9, 2026, at Bachman, Kulik & Reinsmith Funeral Home, 225 Elm Street, Emmaus, PA. A visitation will be held from Noon to 1 p.m. on Friday in the funeral home. Interment to follow with Military Honors at Northwood Cemetery, Emmaus.

Contributions: In lieu of flowers, please consider a donation in Joe's name, to an organization of your choice, that helps Homeless or Disabled Veterans.