John "Jack" James Desmond

John "Jack" James Desmond, 94, of Bethlehem, passed away peacefully on October 16, 2024 at St. Luke's Hospital, Fountain Hill. He was a the devoted husband of the late Mary R. (Garcia) Desmond who died May 20, 2012 and loving father to his children. Jack was born in Queens, NY on August 25, 1930 to the late John Joseph and Margaret Mary (Ward) Desmond.

He served our country faithfully in the U.S. Navy during the Korean War. John received his bachelor's degree in Economics from Seton Hall University where he graduated at the top of his class. His successful career in Construction Management spanned many decades and was often requested to serve as an expert witness. John's ardent Catholic faith remained his cornerstone throughout his life. He was an active member of Notre Dame of Bethlehem Catholic Church until his death.

Survivors: children: Robert J. Desmond of Bethlehem, Pamela M. Desmond of Stamford, CT. Predeceased by his brother: Cornelius "Connie" J. Desmond.

Services: Friends and family are invited to his visitation 9:30-10am Tuesday, October 22, 2024 at Notre Dame of Bethlehem Catholic Church, 1861 Catasauqua Road, Bethlehem followed by a Mass of Christian Burial at 10am. The inurnment will conclude at Holy Saviour Cemetery, Bethlehem. Online condolences may be offered at www.connellfuneral.com

Contributions: In lieu of flowers, the family has requested that contributions be made in his memory to St. Luke's University Hospital of Bethlehem via their Charitable Giving link: https://www.slhn.org/development/ways-to-give/make-a-gift