Joseph Robert Masleh

Joseph R. Masleh, 82, of Pottstown, Pennsylvania, passed away peacefully on October 4, 2025, surrounded by his loving family. Born in Pottstown on March 19, 1943, he was the son of the late Frank J. Masleh and Grace Leona (Blackwell) Masleh. Joe is survived by his three loving daughters: Melissa Trani (Ernest) of Douglassville, PA; Louise Robinson (Steven D.) of Woodstock, GA; and Kristin Morton (Madison "Matt") of Pottstown, PA. He was a proud grandfather to Emily Hammonds (Joseph), Kelsey Parker (Christopher), Samuel Robinson (Lakin), Owen Morton (Mia Corbacio), Evan Trani, Elizabeth Trani, and Grayce Morton. His legacy continues through his four beloved great granddaughters: EllieGrey Parker, Georgia Parker, Josie Robinson, and Madison Parker. He is also survived by his brothers, Gerald Masleh of Ephrata, PA, and Ronald Masleh of East Manchester, VT. Also surving is his loving companion, Jill Schuler. A 1962 graduate of Pottstown High School, Joe was a starting defensive end of the school's undefeated football team that year. He went on to work for many years at American Inks and Coatings of Valley Forge, PA. Joe's lifelong passion for athletics and mentoring young people left a lasting mark on the Pottstown community. He was recognized for his dedication to character, sportsmanship, and athletic excellence during his tenure as varsity softball coach at St. Pius X High School (1985–1991), where his team captured the 1989 PAC-10 Softball Championship. He served as head girls' basketball coach at Pottstown High School. Turning the program around from winless seasons to several league final four appearances and a PAC-10 Championship during the 1996/1997 season. He went back to St. Pius X as the Head Girls Basketball Coach in 1999. Reviving that program to win a Pac-10 Championship in 2002. 7 District 1 Championships, (6 were consecutive) and 7 State Playoff appearances. Joe was selected as Coach of the Year for the 2002-2003 season. In the community he started up and served as the Head Coach for the women's 18 & Under PAL Team. Consisting of the top players from the league. He led the girls' team to the 1995 P.A.L. National Championship. In 2017, Joe was inducted into the Tri-County Area Chapter of the Pennsylvania Sports Hall of Fame in recognition of his many contributions to local athletics. He was a member of the Women's Basketball Coaches of America, past president of both the American Inks Athletic Association and the St. Al's Booster Club, a past member of the Coaches of A.C. Pottstown, and the first commissioner of the Pottstown Soccer League. Beyond his many accomplishments, Joe will be remembered most as a wonderful, loving, and dedicated father, grandfather, and great grandfather. He was also a writer of poetry, a builder of garden ponds, an avid gardener, and a devoted reader of Russian literature. Joe's kindness, humor, and unwavering support and love for his family and players alike will continue to inspire all who knew him. Relatives & friends are invited to attend his Celebration of Life on Saturday, October 25, 2025, at the Pottstown Elks Lodge #814, located at 61 High Street, Pottstown, PA 19464, where friends may greet the family from 11am – 2pm. He will be dearly missed and lovingly remembered by all who knew him. To send flowers to the family or plant a tree in memory of Joseph Robert Masleh, please visit our floral store.