Obituary of Joseph John Biel Jr.

Joseph John Biel, Jr., 63, of Bethlehem Twp. NJ died Saturday, August 27th at Robert Wood Johnson University Hospital in New Brunswick, NJ. Mr. Biel was born January 15, 1942 in Phillipsburg, NJ the son of the late Joseph John Biel and Lise Libby (nee Arnesen) Biel. He was a Union Carpenter with Carpenters Union Local #455 In Somerville, NJ for many years before retiring. Mr. Biel is survived by his Beloved Wife of 43 years: Brenda (nee Stocker) three Daughters: Brenda Van Natta of Raubsville, PA., Amy Jo Seeley of Raubsville, PA., Dawn Lacey of Phillipsburg, NJ, 5 Grandchildren, his Mother, Lise Libby Biel of Bethlehem Twp., NJ, his two Sisters: Joanne O'Brian of Idaho & Carol Minick of Glen Gardner, NJ and one Brother: Dan Biel of Milford, NJ. He was pre-deceased by his Sister, Lise Bronish in 2003 and his Father, Joseph John Biel in 1970. A devoted Grandfather, he loved to spend time with his Grandchildren. He was an avid Sportsman and enjoyed hunting in Maine. As a hobby, he loved to work on the automobiles of his many friends and family. The Visitation will be on Tuesday, August 30th from 2:00 to 4:00 pm & from 7:00 to 9:00 pm at Martin Funeral Home. The Funeral Service will be on Wednesday, August 31st at 10:00 at Martin Funeral Home, 1761 Route 31, Clinton, NJ. Interment will be in Norton Cemetery, Bethlehem Twp., NJ immediately following the service. Memorials may be made to Pattenburg Rescue Squad, 590 County Rt. 614, Asbury, NJ 08802 or the Pattenburg Fire Department, Route 625, PO Box 5363, Clinton, NJ 08809