Michael E. Kiddish

Michael E. Kiddish, 44 of Weatherly, Pennsylvania died on Tuesday, April 17, 2018, at Lehigh Valley Hospital Hazleton.  He was born Thursday, July 5, 1973, in Hazleton, Pennsylvania, the son of Francis S.and Jean L.(Helker) Kiddish of Weatherly. He is survived by both parents and his wife LeeAnn (Younker) Kiddish as well as son Dillon Lee Michael and daughter Brianna Lee Kiddish, who were the light of his life. Michael is also survived by brother Steven Kiddish of Weatherly and many nieces, nephews and extended family. He was preceded in death by his beloved brother Jonathan Michael Kiddish of Weatherly, Pennsylvania.

A member of the Lutheran faith, Michael was a 1991 graduate of Weatherly High School. As a tradesman, he built and remodeled homes and worked for a number of years erecting and maintaining communication towers. A sports enthusiast, Michael enjoyed playing basketball and fostering his love of sports by coaching youth soccer, basketball and T-ball for his children's teams. He also enjoyed the outdoors, riding his motorcycle and playing guitar. Michael was an accomplished mechanic as well.

Private arrangements have been entrusted to the Philip J. Jeffries Funeral Home & Cremation Services of 211 First Street Weatherly, Pennsylvania. (570) 427-4231.

Memorials in Michaels name to:

Weatherly Youth Soccer
140 Meyers Drive
Weatherly, Pennsylvania 18255

Online condolences may be made to the family at www.griffithsfuneralhomes.com