William W. Pcihoda, 88, of Bethlehem, passed away on Monday, July 28, 2025. He was the husband of Patricia (Ryan) Pcihoda for 65 years. Born in Bethlehem, he was the son of the late William S. and Rose (Szarka) Pcihoda. He was a graduate of Lehigh University where he received a Bachelor of Science in chemical engineering.

He was employed by Western Electric, AT&T. and retired from Lucent Technologies after 35 years. While employed there he held various positions in engineering and management, retiring as Manager of the Photomask Shop and Engineering. He was awarded for patents related to electronic manufacturing processes. He was active in the Lehigh Valley Branch of the American Institute of Chemical Engineers and the Allentown-Reading Branch of the American Electroplaters and Surface Finishers Society. He served as chairman for both groups.

He chaired numerous meetings and symposia for the AESF and wrote and published several papers on electroplating in the electronics industry as well as gold recovery and reclamation in the industry. He was a contributor to the book “Environmental Control in Electronic Manufacturing” by Morrison. In the past, he was a reader for Radprin, the radio station that provided the daily news for Community College who were working on their GED.

He was a member of Notre Dame of Bethlehem Church and Silver Creek Country Club. An avid golfer, he recorded three holes in one. In addition to golf, he enjoyed all sports, the theater and traveling. The highlight of his travels with his wife was a trip to Italy to celebrate their fiftieth wedding anniversary.

In addition to his wife, he is survived by a daughter, Deborah Achey, of Bethlehem, son, Richard, of Newtown Square; and one grandson, Derrick Achey.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the church.

Online condolences may be offered at connellfuneral.com.