Published November 25. 2020 09:01PM
Wayne Anthony Maura, 66, of Bethlehem, died unexpectedly Nov. 9, 2020. He was a son of the late Isabel C. (Fuoco) Maura and the late Joseph J. Maura Sr. He was the husband of Kathleen (Kranyecz) Maura.
He was a Pennsylvania Magisterial District Judge of Lehigh County, West Bethlehem, since 2005.
He was a drummer and singer and played across the Lehigh Valley. He belonged to several bands over the years, including New Kind of Talk, an original fusion jazz group.
Prior to serving as a judge, he owned and operated a musical production company.
He was a member of several organizations including the Bethlehem Boys Club, Unico, Goodfellows and various jazz organizations.
In addition to his wife, he is survived by his extended family and friends.
He was predeceased by a brother, Joseph J. Maura Jr.
Contributions may be made to St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital, Shriner’s Hospital, Wounded Warriors and/or Tunnel to Towers Foundation.
Arrangements were made by Connell Funeral Home Inc., Bethlehem.