Joseph E. Proden, 72, of Northampton, died May 13, 2014, at his home. He was the husband of Barbara (Bastek) Proden for 11 years.

Born in Point Marion, he was a son of the late George and Della (Colebank) Proden.

He was in the U.S. Navy.

He was a sales / technical representative for ADM along the east coast and Canada for many years before retiring.

In addition to his wife, he is survived by a son, Douglas of Orlando, Fla.; a daughter, Christine of Orlando, Fla.; two step-sons, Michael Fells of Allentown and Kevin Fells of Easton; and a brother, Frank Proden of Deep Creek, Md.

He was predeceased by a brother, Rich Proden.

A memorial service will be held at 1 p.m. May 24 at East Hills Moravian Church, 1830 Butztown Road, Bethlehem.

Contributions may be made to any local V.F.W. post.

Arrangements were made by Schisler Funeral Home Inc., Northampton.