David Lee Hoyt Sr.

David Lee Hoyt, Sr. David Lee Hoyt, Sr., 82, of Upper Saucon Township, passed away on August 19, 2025 under hospice care at Lehigh Valley Health Network, Salisbury Township. He was the loving husband of JoAnn (Holl) Hoyt. They would have been married for 53 years on August 25, 2025. David was a pharmacist by trade, who started his career in the U.S. Army during the Vietnam War. He later worked at Rite Aid, Thrift Drug, and Cedarbrook Senior Living. After retiring, David also drove a school bus for Palisades School District. Born in Philadelphia, he was the son of the late Jack G. Hoyt, Sr. and the late Marion (Merkle) Hoyt. David's passions included: model trains, golf, fishing, and was someone who loved nature and animals. David would visit Animals In Distress frequently and has adopted many cats over the years. Those who knew David, know of his many feeders around his home to feed the birds, squirrels, deer, and other wildlife that frequented their neighborhood. He was also a huge sports fan who rarely missed an Eagles, Phillies, or 76ers game. We can't forget to mention his beloved Temple Owls or Bloomsburg Huskies football programs. Survivors: Wife, Daughter: Bethany Anne wife of Shaughn Bittner of Breinigsville, Son: David L. Hoyt, Jr. and his wife Dawn of Glen Mills, PA, Brother: Jack G. Hoyt, Jr. of Slatington and Grandchildren: Benjamin Hoyt, Allison Hoyt, Courtney Bittner and Zachary Bittner. Services are at the convenience of the family. In lieu of flowers, please remember David by making a donation to Animals in Distress P.O. Box 609, 5075 Limeport Pike, Coopersburg, PA 18036