- Date Of Death: June 2, 2007
- State: Pennsylvania
Joseph F. Scheller, 73, of Bethlehem, passed away peacefully in his home surrounded by his loving family on Saturday, June 2, 2007, He was the husband of Julia (Deak) Scheller. They celebrated their 52nd wedding anniversary on May 28th. Born in Bethlehem, he was the son of the late Frank and Elizabeth (Hauck) Scheller. A skilled craftsman, Joe was a carpenter and Maintenance Department supervisor for the Bethlehem Area School District for 35 years until retiring. He was an accomplished musician. He first demonstrated this at CCHS where he was student director of music. He later played with the band Variations for over 40 years. He also played with other bands. He was a member of Notre Dame of Bethlehem Catholic Church where he was a usher, the Jeffs, the Regular Fellows. He was a founding member of the Fugowee’s Jazz Club. Survivors: He will be sadly missed by his wife Julia at home; daughters Julie Scheller, Mary Jo Scheller both of Bethlehem, Beth Ann Wandler and her husband Michael of Bath; sons Gary, Terrence and his wife Sharon all of Bethlehem; grandchildren Matthew, Elizabeth, Cory, Joseph, Julia and Chance; great-grandchildren Alex, Jake, Jason and Derek. He was predeceased by his sister Grace Jani.
