Zachary J. Edwards, 28, of Allentown, died Aug. 30, 2021, of brain cancer in Lehigh Valley Hospital, Salisbury Township.

Born in Allentown, he was the son of Jodi Edwards of Allentown and stepson of James Skubish.

After graduation from Parkland High School, he attended technical training and was a diesel mechanic.

He held a black belt in martial arts and was a member of 10th Planet Jiu-Jitsu, Bethlehem.

He also enjoyed bowling at various lanes and in many leagues.

In addition to his mother, he is survived by his fiancee Emi Miller; maternal grandmother Janet Brennan of Breinigsville; many aunts, uncles and cousins; and beloved pets Maddie and Kendall.

He was predeceased by a stepbrother James V. Skubish.

Contributions may be made in his memory to the Lehigh County Humane Society, 640 Dixon St., Allentown, PA 18103 or to an animal charity of one’s choice.

Arrangements were made by Trexler Funeral Home, Allentown.