Kenneth W. Holmes Jr., 81, of North Catasauqua, died Jan. 5, 2024, after a short illness. He was the husband of Carol (Finley) Holmes.

He was a son of the late Kenneth W. Sr. and Thelma (Gillespie) Holmes.

He was a Catasauqua High School graduate.

He was in the U.S. Navy from 1960 to 1966.

He worked at and retired from Phoenix Forging Company, Catasauqua. After, he worked part time at Giant Food Store, Whitehall.

He was a lifelong St. Stephen’s Episcopal Church member.

He was a Scoutmaster for Troop 51 for many years.

In addition to his wife, he is survived by a son, Scott Holmes of North Catasauqua; a daughter, Suzanne Dankel with Jason of Bethlehem; an estranged daughter, Shellie Fritchman; two grandchildren, Anthony Brinkley with Jenarosa and Breonna Brinkley, all of Coplay; nephews; great-nephews; and great-nieces.

He was predeceased by a son, Mark; and a brother, Douglas.

Services were private.

Contributions may be made to the church, 3900 Mechanicsville Road, Whitehall, 18052.

Arrangements were made by Brubaker Funeral Home Inc., Catasauqua.