Cory W. Held, 60, of Kempton, died Dec. 2, 2023, at home.

Born in Allentown, he was a son of the late Richard D. and Gladys J. (Burkhardt) Held.

A 1981 graduate of Northwestern Lehigh High School, he was a veteran, having served his country in the U.S. Air Force from 1982-85.

Later, he followed in his father’s footsteps by driving truck for many years.

When he eventually got off the road, he went to work for Mack Trucks, Allentown.

He was a member of Ebenezer United Church of Christ, New Tripoli.

He was also a member of Ontelaunee Rod and Gun Club and Community Fire Company, both of New Tripoli, and American Legion Post 16, Slatington.

His survivors include brothers Richard A. Held of New Ringgold and David B. Held of Kempton; sisters Donna J. Leahy and husband, William, of Palm Coast, Fla. and Janice G. Rogers of Indian Harbour Beach, Fla.; nieces JJ Reppert, Toni Stephens, Crystal Landes and Elizabeth Rogers; nephews Erskine Rogers IV and Christopher Rogers; and his loving canine companion, Rosie.

There are no formal services at this time. There will be a future memorial motorcycle ride to honor his life.

Memorial ride updates will be posted atnesterfuneralhome.com.

In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to Nester Funeral Home Inc., to help offset his final expenses.

Contributions may be sent directly to 8405 Kings Highway, New Tripoli, PA 18066.