The family of Judith J. "Judee" (Reis) Baumeister announce her peaceful passing on May 26, 2026, just shy of her 99th birthday. She was born in Bethlehem and lived a long life devoted to her family, filled with kindness, love and quiet strength.

She was the daughter of the late David and Eva (Berger) Reis and a 1946 graduate of Liberty High School. During high school and for 20 years afterwards Judee worked at the Mohican Market. She later worked for more than 22 years at ShopRite where she was known for her hard work and dedication. An avid reader, Judee welcomed each day with cheer, humor and a warm smile.

Judee was the loving wife of the late Harry C. Baumeister, Jr. She was also preceded in death by her son, Mikel Baumeister and her brothers, Charles and Harry Reis and niece Georgine Zink.

She will be lovingly remembered by her grandsons Cody Baumeister and Trey Baumeister; great-grandchildren Taylor Williams, Kaleb Williams, Madison Baumeister, Brianna Baumeister, and Lauren Baumeister; nieces Shirley Albala and her husband Allan, Joan Reis and Stephanie Morin and husband Robert; nephew Michael Reis; and grandnephews David Albala, Michael Albala, Dane Morin, Garrett Morin and Hunter Morin.

Judee will be remembered as a gentle, caring woman who loved her family deeply. Her warmth, kindness, humor, and steady presence will be greatly missed by all who knew and loved her.

Graveside services will be private and at the convenience of the family. Arrangements have been entrusted to the Cantelmi Long Funeral Home, Bethlehem. A memory tribute may be placed at www.cantelmifuneralhome.com.

In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to a Charity of one's choice.