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Joseph G. Billy

September 7, 1957 — May 5, 2025

Bethlehem (Lower Saucon Township)

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Joseph George Billy, 67, of Bethlehem passed away in his home on Monday, May 5, 2025. Born on September 7, 1957, he was the son of the late Mary Anne (Sefranek) and James Billy.

Joe graduated from West Chester University with a bachelor's degree in music. He honorably served his country in the United States Navy from 1980 - 1986 as a Naval musician. Joe was attached to the United States Naval Forces Europe Band formally known as Allied Forces Southern Europe Band (CINCSOUTH Band) and operating from Naples Italy. The band consisted of members from the US Navy, United Kingdom, Italy, Greece and Turkey. Joe's passion was music and especially playing the Saxophone.

He will be lovingly remembered by his brothers: Stephen and his wife Sandi of Virginia Beach, Va, James and his wife Mary of Harleysville, Pa, Daniel and his wife Janet of Maple Shade, Nj, and Christopher of Lower Saucon Township, Pa. Joe was preceded in death by his brother, Martin Billy.

A viewing will be held on Wednesday, May 14, 2025, from 10-10:30 a.m. at Connell Funeral Home, 245 E. Broad St. Bethlehem, PA 18018. A graveside service for Joe will follow at 11 a.m. at Holy Saviour Cemetery, Bethlehem.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be offered to the American Heart Association, www.heart.org or PO Box 840692, Dallas, TX 75284-0692.

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