Jerome J. Yankowy Sr., 75, of Northampton, died May 15, 2024, at home. He was the husband of Beverly (Boruch) for 54 years.

Born in Bethlehem, he was a son of the late Stephen W. and Margaret (Kimak) Yankowy.

He attended Allentown Central Catholic High School.

He honorably served his country in the U.S. Army during the Vietnam War.

He worked as a drywall finisher for various contractors through the Local 1269.

He was a member of St. John Fisher Church.

He was a member of Catholic War Veterans Post 454, American Legion Post 367, Fullerton, and the 11th Armored Cavalry Veterans of Vietnam and Cambodia (Blackhorse).

In addition to his wife, he is survived by a son, Jerome J. Jr.; a daughter, Jacqueline Yankowy Albus and husband Patrick; three grandsons, Aidan and Chaise Albus and Noah; two sisters, Donna Lentz and Stephanie Bechtel and husband Ronald; a brother, Dennis; and several nieces and nephews.

He was predeceased by a daughter-in-law, Nadine; and a brother, Timothy.

Arrangements were made by Reichel Funeral Home, Northampton.