Joseph E. Heilman, Jr.

Joseph E. Heilman, Jr., 70, of Pottsville, PA, passed away peacefully at home on July 5, 2025. He was the widower of the late Patricia K. Heilman, who passed away in 2016. Born in Bucks County, PA, he was the son of the late Joseph E. Heilman, Sr., and the late Irene A. (Bender) Heilman.

Joseph proudly served his country in the United States Navy during the Vietnam War from 1972-1976. He was a truck driver for several years, having last worked for CPC Logistics in Allentown, PA. In his spare time, Joe loved taking long rides on his Harley Sportster.

Survivors include his daughters, Tiffany Heilman, at home, Kristi Clarkson Heilman of Frackville, PA, and Rene Heilman of Philadelphia, PA; grandchildren, Jacob (Kayla), Jordan, Paige, Beretta, Cheyanne, and Riley; great-grandchildren, Alisha, Naomi, Avarey, Ivan, Giselle, and Ivy; sisters, Sandra Klusman of Landis, NC, Cheryl Heilman of Bath, PA, and Kellie Heilman and husband, John Paul Lingerfelt, of Iron Station, NC; stepbrother, Matthew Riely; stepsister, Mary Beth Reinhold; fur grandbabies, Gracie and Milo. Joe was predeceased by his beloved daughters, Alisha M. Heilman and Stacie L. Heilman; his stepmother, Marianne Heilman; his furbaby, Hooch; and fur-grandbaby Alex.

Joseph’s funeral service will be held on Friday, July 11, 2025 at 11 AM in Nester Funeral Home, 8405 Kings Highway New Tripoli, PA. Calling hour begins at 10 AM until the time of his service. Interment with Military Honors in New Bethel Union Cemetery immediately following funeral service. Rev. David Blitch will officiate. 

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