With heavy hearts, we announce the death of Joseph B. Melcher (Bally, Pennsylvania), born in Barto, Pennsylvania, who passed away on October 20, 2023. Family and friends are welcome to leave their condolences on this memorial page and share them with the family.

He was predeceased by: his parents, Edwin Melcher and Kathryn Melcher (Miller); his son Paul Melcher; and his brothers, Edwin, Martin "Pep" and Jerry Melcher.

He is survived by: his children, Daniel Melcher and Rosanne Kulp (Dennis); his grandchildren, Kelly, Justin, Nathan, Tiffanie, William, Coleen and Brett; his sisters, Eleanor Girodo, Mary Anne Blankenbiller, Polly Richard and Millie Eddinger; and his sister-in-law Mary Anne Sobjak.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in Joseph's memory to Most Blessed Sacrament Church, 610 Pine St., Bally, PA 19503.

Funeral arrangement under the care of
Catagnus Funeral Homes

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October 25, 2023

Mary Kay Girodo Elsberry lit a candle

“In loving memory of Joseph B. Melcher, Please accept my most heartfelt sympathy to Anna Mae and all the Melcher family for your loss. I will always remember Uncle Joe for his big smile that was so contagious, you just had to smile back! I hope it will bring you comfort in knowing he lived a good long life, surrounded by the people he loved and who loved him. May his departed soul, through the mercy of God, rest in peace.”

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610 Pine St, Bally, PA 19503

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610 Pine St, Bally, PA 19503

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