Joseph R. Reichel of Chalfont, PA died on Wednesday, December 28, 2011, at Doylestown Hospital after fighting a courageous battle with cancer. He was 46.

He was the beloved husband of Laura Goldress Reichel for 16 years.

Born in Fox Chase, PA, he was the son of Alfred O. Reichel of Warminster, PA and the late Diane B. Martin Reichel.

Joe was a resident of Chalfont for the past 12 years. For 21 years he was employed as a machinist at O.P. Schuman located in Warrington, PA. For the past 8 years, Joe has been a bartender at Kenny’s Madison Tavern in Warminster.

In his leisure time, Joe loved to spend time with his family and friends. He was always the active parent being the first to participate with his children, nieces and nephews. He also enjoyed photography, spending time with his dogs, all types of music, soccer and was a huge fan of Nascar. He will be sadly missed as a devoted husband, father, son, brother, uncle and friend to all who knew him.

In addition to his beloved wife and his father, he is survived by his two children, JR and Katie Reichel, both of Chalfont. He is also survived by his two brothers, Eric Reichel of Warminster and Fred Reichel of Hatboro. The Goldress Family held a special place in his heart for many years and especially as they helped fight the battle of cancer.

Relatives and friends are invited to attend his viewing on Tuesday evening, January 3, 2012, from 6:00 to 8:00 PM and Wednesday, January 4, 2012, from 8:15 to 9:15 AM at the Joseph A. Fluehr III Funeral Home, 241 East Butler Avenue (Route 202 at Sandy Ridge Road), New Britain, PA 18901 and to his Funeral Mass 10:00 AM at St. Jude Church, 321 W. Butler Pike, Chalfont, PA 18914. Interment will be private.

In lieu of flowers, contributions in Joe’s memory may be made to Gift of Life Family House at 401 Callowhill Street, Philadelphia, PA 19123 or online at www.giftoflifefamilyhouse.org