Paul F. Watt, 66, of New Tripoli, died Dec. 28, 2024, in Lehigh Valley Hospital, Salisbury Township.

He defied many health challenges and odds to stay with his family longer than any life expectancy given.

The husband of Tina M. (Zellner) Watt, the couple celebrated their 39th wedding anniversary in October 2024.

Born in Allentown, he was the son of the late Leroy O. and Dorothy (Schock) Watt.

A 1976 graduate of Northwestern Lehigh High School, he was last employed as a truck driver for RS Snyder Enterprises, Kempton.

Before that, he worked for Makovsky Brothers Inc., Hokendauqua.

In addition to his loving wife, he is survived by his son, Justin (Jennifer) Watt of Schnecksville; daughter Tabitha (Eric) Daniels of New Tripoli; grandchildren Laila, Lindsey, Livia and Lyra Daniels, and Jonathan and Joshua Watt; brothers Dale (Sheila) Watt of Germansville, and Clair Watt of New Tripoli; and sisters Darlene Smith and Carolyn Schmoyer, both of Allentown.

He was predeceased by his brother, Dennis Watt.

His memorial service will be 11 a.m. Jan. 3 in Christ’s Church at Lowhill, 4695 Lowhill Church Road, New Tripoli.

A calling hour will begin 10 a.m. Pastor Chris Cocca will officiate.

Interment in adjoining cemetery immediately following the memorial service.

In lieu of flowers, contributions to help offset his final expenses may be made to Nester Funeral Home Inc., 8405 Kings Highway, New Tripoli, PA 18066.

Condolences may be offered at nesterfuneralhome.com.