John E. Kresley, 77, of Emmaus, died March 2, 2018, at Phoebe Home. He was the husband of Deborah (Pearsall) Kresley. They were married for 26 years. Born in Allentown, he was the son of the late Charles and Eva (Hein) Kresley.

He is survived by his wife; children, Kenneth Nesfeder, of Allentown, Patricia Frankenfield, of Whitehall, Judith, of Oklahoma; brother, James, of Allentown and a host of family and friends.

Contributions may be made to Vera Cruz Evangelical Congregational Church, 5501 Vera Cruz Road South, Emmaus, 18049.

Services are private. Arrangements were made by the Jesse Johnson Funeral Home, Allentown.