Paul J. Siegfried Jr., 79, of Alburtis, died January 22, 2013, in his home. He was the husband of Barbara Ann M. (Epting) Siegfried. They celebrated their 53rd wedding anniversary April 18, 2012. Born in Alburtis, he was a son of the late Paul J. Sr. and Edna M. (Lohrman) Siegfried.

Along with his father he owned and operated Siegfried's Garage. He worked as an estimator for Bally Case and Cooler for 20 years. After retiring from Lutron Electronics in 1998 he returned and worked part time until his death.

He was a member of Zion Lehigh Lutheran Church, Alburtis and served as a councilman and choir member.

He was a member of the Alburtis Fire Company for over 55 years and was fire chief from 1977 to 1985.

He was a member of Lehigh Lodge #326 F&AM in Macungie, Lehigh Consistory-Valley of Allentown and the Rajah Shrine in Blandon. He was secretary of Shayk's Court.

He served in the U.S. Army during the Korean War. A member of the American Legion Post 217 in Topton, Macungie VFW Post 9264 and the Pikeville Rod and Gun Club.

He is survived by his wife; nieces, Anne Schauer, of Allentown; Dr. Julie and her husband Dr. Ronald Fairman, of Philadelphia; great nephews Alexander and Connor; cousins Ron Eisenhard and his wife Heidi, of Hills Grove; godsons Bill Eisenhard, of Bradenton, Fla.; David Eisenhard, of Hills Grove.

Memorial contributions may be made in his name to the church, 8269 Spring Creek Road, Alburtis, 18011.

Arrangements were made by the Schmoyer Funeral Home, Breinigsville.