William F. Biery, 72, of Catasauqua, died June 14, 2021, in St. Luke’s Hospice House, Lower Saucon Township.

Born Sept. 26, 1948, in Northampton, he was the son of the late William M. and Arlene Mae (Peters) Biery.

He was a heavy equipment operator for Westgate Water Co., Bethlehem, for many years before retiring.

Before that, he worked for Richard R. Schmick Inc. septic service for many years.

His survivors include twin sons William F. Biery Jr. and his wife, Lori, of Whitehall, Christopher J. Biery and his wife, Tina, of Northampton; sister Carolyn E., wife of LaMar E. Broadhead, of Slatington, Martha A., wife of the Rev. Nicholas R. Fair, of Nebraska; grandson Jake; companion Carole Bobich; and faithful feline companion, Zoey.

A private service will be held at the convenience of the family. There will be no public calling hours.

Interment will follow at Grandview Cemetery, South Whitehall.

Expressions of sympathy may be made at heintzelmancares.com.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Forgotten Felines and Fidos Inc. c/o the funeral home, P.O. Box 196, Schnecksville, PA 18078-0196.

Arrangements were made by Heintzelman Funeral Home Inc., Schnecksville.