Joseph Michael Zele

Joseph Michael Zele, 44, of Reading, died December 30, 2013 in Reading Hospital and Medical Center, West Reading.

He was a son of Robert Eugene, Sr. and Madeline Marie (Jean) Zele, of Reading.

Joseph was a graduate of Reading High School.

He was employed as a packer with R.M. Palmer Company for over 20 years.

Also surviving are his three brothers, Robert E. Zele, Jr. of Reading; Keith J., husband of Penniejo Zele of Laureldale and Timothy A., husband of Tammy Zele of Reading.

In addition, he is survived by his maternal grandmother, Emily P. (Wagner) Jean of Reading and many nieces and nephews.

A viewing will be held Thursday evening from 6-8 p.m. in Kuhn-Stitzel Funeral Homes and Crematory, Inc., 3300 Kutztown Road, Laureldale. Burial will be private at the convenience of the family.

The family requests no flowers or contributions be sent.

For online condolences, visit www.kuhnstitzelfuneralhomes.com.