Edward J. Stokarski Jr., 73, of Coopersburg, died at home on Dec. 23, 2018. Born in Providence, R.I., he was a son of the late Edward J. Sr. and Rita (Madden) Stokarski. He was the husband of Patricia (Steager) Stokarski.

He was in the U.S. Army during Viet Nam.

He worked in the steel industry for more than 32 years before he retired.

He was a member of Assumption of the Blessed Virgin Mary Church, Bethlehem.

He was a third degree member of the Knights of Columbus Council #14924 at the church.

In addition to his wife, he is survived by a son, Daniel J. of Bethlehem.

Contributions may be made to the Parkinson’s Foundation, c/o the funeral home, 527 Center St., Bethlehem, Pa. 18018.

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