John B. Mesics Sr., 71, of Macungie, died July 12, 2019. He was the husband of Shelley (Strauch) Mesics. They were married for 47 years. Born in Allentown, he was the son of the late James and Patricia (Marsh) Mesics.

After graduating high school, he went to work for Mack Trucks where he retired after 44 years and had served in the past as a union steward.

He had an interest in gemstones and earned his gemologist certificate from the Gemological Institution of America. He was very active in the archery community and a lifelong member of the Izaak Walton Rod and Gun Club. He was an avid hunter and loved the outdoors and riding his Harley Davidson motorcycle.

He is survived by his wife; son, John B. Jr. and his wife Kim; daughter, Melissa Lipsky and granddaughter, Isabelle Lipsky.

Contributions may be made in his name to the charity of your choice.

A viewing will be held 10 a.m. July 18 until the service noon at Grandview Cemetery Mausoleum, 2735 Walbert Ave., Allentown, 18104. Arrangements were made by the Weber Funeral Homes, Allentown.