Richard J. Drabic, 86, of Schnecksville, died on May 23, 2024, surrounded by his loving family in Lehigh Valley Hospital, Salisbury Township.

He and his wife, Margaret S. (Payonk) Drabic, were married 65 years.

The son of the late Joseph and Anna (Yelenock) Drabic, he valued his large family from Ormrod.

A Parkland High School graduate, he was a skilled and talented tradesman with various local construction firms, and took great pride in his work.

He was a member of Holy Trinity Catholic Church, Egypt, and its senior group.

An athlete, sportsman and avid Phillies fan, he was a devoted family man.

In addition to his loving wife, he is survived by children Rick Drabic (Diana) of Orefield, Lisa Maddock (Joseph) of Bethlehem, Kevin Drabic (Susan) of Blythewood, S.C., and Kim McFadden (Hugh) of Bethlehem; sister Irene Gollatz of Northampton; and grandson Connor McFadden of Tampa, Fla.

He was predeceased by his sister, Jean Moore.

A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated 11 a.m. June 22 in Holy Trinity Roman Catholic Church, 4456 Main St., Egypt, Whitehall.

There will be no calling hours. Graveside service and interment is private.

Expressions of sympathy may be made at heintzelmancares.com.

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

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