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Joseph Fernandes Obituary

Joseph J. Fernandes, Jr., 63, of Allentown, passed away Monday, August 4, 2025, at his residence. He was the husband of Debra L. (Rehrig) Fernandes to whom he was married 39 years. Born in Allentown, December 9, 1961, Joseph was the son of the late Joseph J. Fernandes, Sr. and Barbara (Hessinger) Fernandes. Along with his family members, he was the former co-owner and Vice President of EAMCO Corp. in Coplay before retiring from the family business. Joseph loved working on cars, listening to music, fishing and camping. Joseph's life revolved around his family and friends. He will forever be remembered as a "jack of all trades". Joseph was a member of St. Francis of Assisi Roman Catholic Church, Allentown. Survivors: In addition to his loving wife, Debbie; son, Joseph J. Fernandes III at home; siblings, Christian Fernandes (Stephanie) of Allentown, Maria Myers (John) of Whitehall; cousin, Lisa Jon Lepeta of Allentown; grandson, Jameson Hubich of Ohio; predeceased by a daughter, Jaimie Joe Fernandes. Service: A memorial service will be held 1:30 pm. Tuesday, August 12, 2025, at the Heintzelman Funeral Home, Inc., 4906 Route 309, Schnecksville. Family and friends may pay their respects from 12:00 Noon – 1:30 pm. prior to the service. Interment will follow the service at Resurrection Cemetery, Wescosville. Online expressions of sympathy may be recorded at. www.heintzelmancares.com. To send a flower arrangement in memory of Joseph J. Fernandes, Jr., please click here to visit our sympathy store.

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Published by WFMZ-TV 69 News on Aug. 7, 2025.

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Sharon Kressley

August 9, 2025

Deb,Joey,Steph and family,my prayers are with you at this time of sorrow. Sharon Stoner Kressley

Tony Faccani

August 9, 2025

Chris, Maria and the entire family. Joe was one of my oldest friends. I knew hime since we were 7 years old. Barbra and my mother were also great friends. I was shocked when I saw this. I wish I kept in touch more often, but life has a way of passing us by. Be strong and I will say a prayer for all of you.
Tony Faccani

Sarah Finnerty

August 9, 2025

Debbie, I´m so sorry for the loss of your husband. How heartbreaking. You have been through so much.My thoughts are prayers are with you.
Sarah Finnerty

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