Dr. Jeffrey R. Quay, 65, of Weisenberg Township, died on Dec. 29, 2024, in St. Luke’s Hospital, Fountain Hill.

He and his wife, Deanna I. (Metka) Quay were married 40 years in June 2024.

Born in Pottstown, he was the son of Margaret (Kramer) Quay of Pottstown and the late Albert Quay.

He graduated from Ursinus College, earned his Master’s degree and Ph.D. from Case Western Reserve University, and was a research chemist for Air Products since 1986.

An active member of Ziegels Lutheran Church, Breinigsville, he played the hand bells there.

He was a past master of Lehigh Lodge No. 326 F&AM, Trexlertown, and was a member of the Valley of Allentown Scottish Rite.

A grand deputy for the Rainbow Girls and a Hodegos recipient, he was a member of New Temple Chapter No. 298 Order of the Eastern Star.

An Eagle Scout, he was a member of the Order of the Arrow.

He loved the outdoors, camping, and hiking, and shared that love with his family.

He enjoyed traveling and loved cooking, especially for large groups.

In addition to his wife and mother, he is survived by daughters Kristina and Liesel Quay of Kutztown, and foreign exchange daughter, Emily Liang, of Austin, Texas; and brothers Daniel Quay (Jamie) of Lewes, Del., and Paul Quay (Judy) of Bechtelsville.

He was predeceased by a son, Benjamin Jeffrey.

Condolences may be offered at kellerfuneralhomes.com.

Donations may be made to the church or to Lehigh Valley Children’s Dyslexia Center, c/o the funeral home, P.O. Box 52, Fogelsville, PA 18051.

Arrangements by Keller Funeral Homes Inc., Fogelsville.