James Bradley Stocklas, 41, of Bethlehem Township, died unexpectedly August 19, 2018. Born in Bethlehem, he was a son of James Frank Stocklas and Linda Stocklas Fry.

He was a graduate of Notre Dame High School and attended the Art Institute of Philadelphia.

He worked for the City of Bethlehem and later for the Bethlehem Parking Authority.

He was a member of East Hills Moravian Church.

He enjoyed therapeutic horse riding sessions at Manito Equestrian Center.

He is survived by a daughter, Gabriella; his mother’s husband Skeeter; a sister, Terri and her husband Kevin Moyzan; a nephew, Ben; a niece, Sarah; and extended family.

Contributions may be made to Manito Life Center, 2160 N. Cedar Crest Blvd., Allentown, PA 18104; and/or The Center for Animal Health and Welfare, 1165 Island Park Road, Easton, PA 18042.

Arrangements were made by Connell Funeral Home Inc., Bethlehem.