William Daniel Joseph – 72 years old of Easton, PA passed into his eternal reward on the morning of July 30, 2025. He was the son of Jacob A. and Emily Sue (Boulous) Joseph. He graduated from Easton Area High School in 1970 and received a degree in mathematics from Lafayette College in 1974. In his younger years, he worked at the family business, assisting his father and family in selling wholesale fruit and vegetables. He was a computer programmer working as a consultant for Girard Bank, M+M/Mars, AT&T, and Pennsylvania Power & Light until his retirement. He was a member of Our Lady of Lebanon Maronite Catholic Church, Easton and was a referee and umpire for various community athletic leagues. Billy was known to many as a bull but with a heart of gold.
He was predeceased by his parents; sisters Wanda Lauer, Marion Estephan, and Marguerite Johnson; and an infant brother, Joseph.
He is survived by his wife, Jeanne (Psitos). They would have celebrated their 52nd wedding anniversary on August 30, 2025.
He is also survived by his son, Rev. Alex Joseph serving in Waterville, Maine, daughters Danielle of Bethlehem, PA, and Erena (partner Christina) of Easton, PA; grandchildren Lily and Isaak, both of Bethlehem, PA; brothers Elliot M. Joseph of Nazareth, PA and Jacob L. (Donna) Joseph, Sr. of Easton, PA.
A visitation will be held on Wednesday, August 6, 2025 from 9:00 am to 10:30 am in Our Lady of Lebanon Maronite Catholic Church, 55 South 4th St., Easton followed by Divine Liturgy at 10:30 am. Interment will be in Gethsemane Cemetery, Palmer Township. The Ashton Funeral Home, Easton is handling the arrangements. Memorial contributions may be made to NAMI, www.nami.org, to help spread awareness of mental health conditions. Offer online condolences at www.AshtonFuneralHome.com.
Michael Macary
August 1, 2025 at 6:27 pm
To Mrs. Joseph, Fr. Alex, Danielle, Erena,
Please accept my sincerest condolences on the loss of William, husband and father. May God give you strength in this difficult time. May God rest his soul. I will always remember his joy when I spoke with him Alex’s diaconate ordination. He was so happy to share this wonderful time with everyone. My deepest sympathies to you all at this time.
Evie
August 1, 2025 at 7:10 pm
You were a generous uncle with a big heart. I always think of you when I hear Caderna #9. Rest in eternal peace.
Helene
August 1, 2025 at 7:32 pm
Aww my Uncle Billy my heart is broken.. God bless and take care of your wife n children
Joe Conicelli
August 1, 2025 at 8:04 pm
My regards to Alex n the family send my sincere sympathy . Billy waz my friend and a good man may he RIP 🙏🙏🙏
Marie Hanni
August 1, 2025 at 9:52 pm
So sorry for your loss. May he rest in peace. Prayers for the family.
jabbour estephan
August 1, 2025 at 10:30 pm
rest in peace billy, I’ll hold all the great memories of you and our wonderful families!
Caroline and Greg Joseph
August 2, 2025 at 8:40 am
So sorry for your loss.
Matilda Pokrivchak
August 2, 2025 at 10:25 am
Dear Jeanne,Alex,Danielle, Erena & Family,
I am saddened by the passing of your beloved Billy. He was my childhood friend and our friendship grew for years to come when his sister, Marion and my Uncle Joe got married, then we became family. I think back to our senior year as he had a car before most of us and he gave me rides to school so I wouldn’t have to take the bus. His kindness was never forgotten. Billy was loved by our classmates as I posted it on our E.A.H.S. Class of 1970 Facebook page and so many are sending condolences to all of you, My deepest condolences and prayers are with all of you during this very sad time. May your beautiful memories guide you all in the days ahead. He will be missed and loved always. Rest in peace Billy as we will remember the caring man who was always there for others with a smile. God Bless.
Connie Barkett Peters
August 2, 2025 at 2:34 pm
Jean Fr Alex and all the families. My sincere condolences on the loss of Billy May God bless you all and may Cousin Billy Rest In Peace prayers for you all 🙏🙏🙏🙏
Ely Barkett
August 2, 2025 at 7:37 pm
Just thinking about my time in Easton with Billy a bright spot with something to make me laugh always.
RIP cousin.
Dave & Loretta Herkalo
August 2, 2025 at 9:43 pm
To the Joseph family So very sorry for your loss… cousin Billy was one of a kind, best storyteller, larger than life…..may he rest in eternal peace…..
Dave & Loretta Herkalo
David and Loretta Herkalo
August 3, 2025 at 9:20 am
Our sincerest condolences to the Joseph and Boulous families on the passing of Bill. May He find eternal peace.
Forrest and Chris Myers
August 3, 2025 at 1:10 pm
Jeanne and kids,
Thinking of you during this difficult time. So sorry for your loss.
RIP Bill
Art Psitos
August 3, 2025 at 1:55 pm
Holy God grant peace to your servant Billy Joseph.
Memory be eternal
Tom and Cheryl Prodes
August 3, 2025 at 3:52 pm
Very sorry for your loss, We remember Billy for his
Friendly smile and Great personality, was always great to talk with him. May he rest in peace.
Love,
Tom and Cheryl Prodes
Mary Ann and Nick Holgash
August 3, 2025 at 4:17 pm
Dear Jeanne , Erena, and family
We are so sorry to hear about Bill. Our deepest sympathies and prayers. God bless your family.
Lisa Cartwright
August 3, 2025 at 5:19 pm
I am so sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers to you all. I wish you an abundance of strength, healing, and love though this time. May your father rest in the sweetest of peace.
– The Cartwrights
Isaac Jabbour
August 4, 2025 at 10:06 am
Jeanne, Abouna Alex, Danielle & Erina & Joseph Families,
Please accept our deepest sympathies in the loss of cousin Billy.
Mom’s Godson, Billy was both a cousin, and a true friend. I’ll always remember him with a smile and a laugh.
May our Lord rest his soul.
Isaac, Verra Jabbour & Family
Bessie Moustakas and Cathy Bednar
August 4, 2025 at 4:44 pm
Dear Jeanne and Family,
We are sorry for the loss of your beloved husband, father, and grandfather, Billy. May you find comfort knowing he is with our Lord, resting 🙏 in Paradise. Billy will always be fondly remembered for his friendly smile that lit up a room. May his memory be eternal 💖 Bessie and Cathy
Brenda Robinson
August 4, 2025 at 6:30 pm
Please accept my heartfelt condolences during this difficult time.
Your father’s legacy, his kindness, strength, and devotion to family, shine through in the beautiful tributes shared by so many. I pray that God’s peace surrounds you and your loved ones and that the memories you hold bring comfort in the days ahead.
May his soul rest in eternal peace, and may you feel the embrace of love and support from all who care for you.
With love and sympathy, Brenda Robinson
Jessica Milton
August 4, 2025 at 9:50 pm
“I’m so sorry to hear about the loss of your father. While I never had the chance to meet him, I know how much he meant to you, and I can only imagine how difficult this must be. Please know that I’m keeping you and your family in my thoughts during this time.”
Dr Andrea Mosley
August 4, 2025 at 9:56 pm
Please accept my deepest condolences.
Bart Bailey
August 5, 2025 at 9:53 am
Danielle
I didn’t know your father personally, but I know the depth of your heart, and that tells me all I need to know about the man who helped shape it.
Grief is heavy. It doesn’t follow logic or time and it doesn’t define the story. The bond you two shared, that love, that laughter, the lessons, the quirks and quiet moments, that’s the part that lives on. That’s the part that grief can’t touch.
Hold onto that. Let it wrap around you when the world feels too quiet. Let it rise up when the ache gets loud. Your father may have transitioned, but everything you carry in your bones and spirit, that’s legacy. That’s presence. That’s real.
I’m standing with you. Heart wide open
Toni Fernandez
August 5, 2025 at 9:54 am
I was so sorry to hear about the passing of your father. I can only imagine how difficult this time must be. Please know that my thoughts are with you and your family.
If there’s anything I can do to support you—now or in the coming weeks—don’t hesitate to let me know.
Wishing you comfort and peace,
Aspasia Prodes
August 5, 2025 at 11:34 am
Jeanne and family. My sincere sympathies to your family. May God grant him peace and salvation of his soul. God and our Saviour Jesus Christ is always with you and your family to help you through this difficult time.
MEMORY ETERNAL
Susan de los Santos
August 5, 2025 at 11:27 pm
Peace, light and love to you and your family. Holding you all in our thoughts and prayers.
Tony coorey and family (Australia)
August 6, 2025 at 12:46 am
May he’s soul rest in peace 🙏 miss you bull
Robin Riley-Casey
August 7, 2025 at 8:21 am
Dear Danielle and family,
I’m sending my condolences and prayers for peace and comfort at the loss of your father.
Robin
Gina Russell
August 10, 2025 at 9:33 am
To the entire Joseph family, My husband and I have had the privilege of being parishioners of your son in Worcester, Ma. We learned alot about your family through your son and have become close friends with Father. Knowing him makes us know what a wonderful father and family he has. Our deepest condolences, Gina and Joseph Russell
Kris L
August 12, 2025 at 11:12 am
Mrs. Joseph and Family,
I was heartbroken to hear of Bill’s passing. He was always so friendly and respectful when he came into the office. He was always pleasant to talk to about family and he always had a smile on his face! My condolences to you and your entire Family.