Paul S. Hersh Jr., 82, of Hellertown, dies; longtime PP&L employee and volunteer firefighter

Paul S. Hersh Jr., 82, of Hellertown, Pa., passed away peacefully on Wednesday, June 10, 2026 at Lehigh Valley Hospice. Paul was the son of the late Paul and Helen (Kelhart) Hersh. Paul was a former member of Lehigh Valley Fleet Maintenance, Mopar Madness of the Lehigh Valley, and was a lifetime member of the Leithsville Volunteer Fire Company. He also served in the U.S. Army Reserves for six years. Paul retired after 40 years of service at PP&L to enjoy camping and his classic cars.

SURVIVORS

He is survived by his loving wife of 63 years, Rosemary; his son, Justin (Amy); his daughter, Wendy Gray (Jason); his grandson, Harrison; and his sister, Dolores Hill. He was predeceased by his sister, Ruth Buki.

SURVIVORS

A viewing was held Friday, June 12, 2026 at the Connell Falk Funeral Home, 1418 Main St., Hellertown, PA 18055 from 5 to 6:30 p.m. A Mass of Christian Burial followed at 7 p.m. at St. Theresa of the Child of Jesus Church, 1408 Easton Road, Hellertown, PA 18055. Burial was on Saturday, June 13, 2026 at 11 a.m. at Union Cemetery of Hellertown. Condolences may be offered at Connellfalk.com.

CONTRIBUTIONS

In lieu of flowers, the family has asked for donations to be made to Lehigh Valley Hospice.