Gerald "Jerry" J. DeJoseph

Gerald "Jerry" J. DeJoseph passed away tragically in Philadelphia, PA on June 29, 2026. He was 83 years old. Jerry was a resident of King of Prussia, PA and a member of Mother of Divine Providence Church. Jerry owned an auto mechanic shop with his brother for several years, he then went on to work as the meat manager at Acme Food Market, where he retired after 30 years. Jerry was an avid bowler for most of his life, earning multiple championship rings. He met his beloved wife Nancy at Bridgeport Lanes, where they both bowled. They later bowled at Facenda Whitaker Lanes in E. Norriton. Jerry loved fishing when his boys were young, it was one of their favorite father/son activities. He was also a huge Philadelphia Eagles fan, cheering them on during the football season.

Born in Norristown, PA on August 9, 1942, he was a son of the late Joseph and Rose Alba (Chicchi) DeJoseph.

Jerry is survived by his loving wife of 56 years, Nancy Lee (Haberle) DeJoseph; his four sons, Michael (Brenda), John (Monika Borota), Peter, and Christopher; his sister, Edith Pagliaro; 9 grandchildren, Michael DeJoseph, Jr., Alexandria DeJoseph, Andrew Reeder (Allison), Christy Sweeney, Tyler Metz, Samantha DeJoseph, Gabriel DeJoseph, Alexandra DeJoseph, and Benjamin DeJoseph; two great grandchildren, Ava Reeder and Kayden Williams; as well as many extended family members and friends.

Jerry is preceded in death by his siblings, Mary Luskin, Philomena Dell'Osa, John DeJoseph, Felix DeJoseph, and Vince DeJoseph.

The family will receive relatives and friends on Saturday, September 26 at The Bacchi Funeral Home & Crematory, 805 DeKalb St., Bridgeport, PA 19405, from 10:00am to 11:00am. Memorial service will begin at 11:00am. Inurnment will be in St. Augustine Cemetery, King of Prussia, PA.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made in Jerry's name to Mother of Divine Providence Church, 333 Allendale Rd., King of Prussia, PA 19406 (610-265-4178).

Condolences to the family may be posted at www.bacchifh.com.

Arrangements are by The Bacchi Funeral Home & Crematory, Bridgeport, PA.