Robert J. Vasquez, 82, of Bethlehem, passed away peacefully at home on August 30, 2025, surrounded by his loving family. Born on May 8, 1943, he was the son of the late Manuel and Florence (Litzenberger) Vasquez.

Bob will be lovingly remembered by his family, who cherished every moment with him. He is survived by his daughter, Shelly Hever, and her husband, Neil, of Bethlehem; his sons, Robert Vasquez and his husband, Benjamin, of New Orleans; Mark Vasquez and his companion, Caryn Laubach, of Bethlehem; Craig Vasquez, and Eric Vasquez, also of Bethlehem. He also leaves behind his devoted former wife, Elizabeth Vasquez; nine adoring grandchildren; four great-grandchildren; and his siblings, Grace Horn, Mary Martucci, and Manuel Vasquez and his wife, Nancy. He was preceded in death by his late wife, Linda J. Shifter; his son, Michael R. Vasquez; and his siblings, Lorraine Banko, Lucille Ewaniak, Lester Vasquez, Rose Boyer, Dolores Vasquez, Loretta Burritt, and Ruth Sciarra.

Bob attended Liberty High School and went on to honorably serve in the United States Marine Corps. His dedication to his country was matched only by his devotion to his family and community. He took great pride in his more than 30-year career with the Bethlehem Area School District, where he worked in the Maintenance department until his retirement.

An avid sports fan, Bob's enthusiasm for the LA Dodgers and the NY Giants was legendary among those who knew him.

Services: A Funeral Service will be held at 11 A.M. on Saturday, September 6, 2025, at the Cantelmi Long Funeral Home, 500 Linden Street Bethlehem, PA 18018. Calling hours will be held on Friday evening from 6 P.M. to 8 P.M. and also on Saturday morning from 10 A.M. until time of the service. Burial will take place at Union Cemetery of Hellertown. A memory tribute may be placed at www.cantelmifuneralhome.com.

Contributions: In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to The Lehigh Valley Humane Society, 640 Dixon St, Allentown, PA 18103 or to Shriners Children's Attn: Shriners Children's Processing Center PO Box 947765 Atlanta, GA 30394.