Christopher J. Yocum, 49, of Boyertown, formerly of New Tripoli, died April 28, 2017.

He was the fiancé of Dena M. Long.

Born in Allentown, he was the son of C. John and Dianne (Mantz) Yocum of New Tripoli.

A truck driver for JBL Transport, New Tripoli, for three years, he previously worked for AC Miller Concrete, Spring City, Agliano Brothers Trucking Inc., Barto, and was also a self-employed truck driver.

He was a life member of the Ontelaunee Rod and Gun Club and was a member of the A.J. Bird Memorial VFW Home Association.

In addition to his parents, he is survived by fiancée Dena and her daughter, Lily Purcell; beloved sister, Sherri McGimpsey, and husband Keith of New Tripoli; nieces Amanda and Alissa; and daughter Laura of North Carolina.

His service will be private. Condolences may be offered to the family at kellerfuneralhomes.com.

Contributions may be made to the funeral home, P.O. Box 52, Fogelsville, PA 18051.

Arrangements were made by Keller Funeral Homes Inc., Fogelsville.