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Aug. 23, 2025

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Joel D.A. Hunsicker

Joel D.A. Hunsicker, 45, of Palmerton, passed away unexpectedly Wednesday, August 20, in Lehigh Valley Hospital, Cedar Crest campus.

He worked for 10 years as a dishwasher for the Palmerton Hotel. He also delivered the Times-News for many years.

Joel attended St. John's Towamensing Lutheran Church, Palmerton.

He loved fishing, playing pool, shopping, and most of all "uncle time" with his beloved nieces and nephews.

Born in Allentown, Joel was a son of Annette (Dotter) Anthony and the late Randy Hunsicker.

Survivors: Mother and partner Larry Wallace; sisters Sarah Solt and husband Matthew, Leah Jones and husband Ken Hittner; brothers Nathan and companion Kobi Klingensmith, David and fiancée Kristin Smith, Eli Borger and wife Kortney; aunts, uncle, many cousins, nieces and nephews.

Services: 1 p.m. Saturday, August 23, at T.K. Thomas Funeral Home, 145 Delaware Ave., Palmerton. Call 12-1 p.m. Saturday.

Contributions: American Heart Association, 7272 Greenville Ave., Dallas, TX 75231.

To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.

Published by Times News on Aug. 21, 2025.

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Lynn and Roy and Stacy

5 hours ago

Joel will certainly be missed. He ALWAYS took the time to talk to us when we´d see him. We might have talked about fishing, shopping or not spending money on someone or something! lol . May all the good memories get you through the time ahead. Hugs to all.

Susan Ferguson and family

Yesterday

Joel, you shined a light upon many . Your love and kindness will always be remembered.
May you rest in peace and feel the joy that our Lord has provided for you.
Cousin Susan

Matt Cermak

Yesterday

I´m so sorry to hear about Joel a fishing legend in his time and always a great friend and neighbor someone I´ll never forget remember the good times he brought us all and may the memories of him comfort everyone during this difficult time

Terry and Karen Heiney

Yesterday

Annette and family, Sorry to hear of Joel´s unexpected passing. We know how much he loved fishing. May memories of the good times past provide comfort and peace to you all during this difficult time.

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