Joseph J. Bottor, III, 45, a resident of Pottsville, passed away unexpectedly at home on Wednesday, June 5, 2024.

Joe was born in Pottsville on July 31, 1978, a son of Jo Bottor, Jr, of Pottsville and Joan (Snyder) Bottor of Quakertown.  He was a graduate of the Pottsville Area High School, and was currently employed as a crane operator at Hydro in Cressona.

An avid gardener, Joe was also a rock and crystal collecting enthusiast.  He also enjoyed hunting and working and restoring cars with his father.  Joe had a kind heart, which was evident by the fourteen stray cats he adopted and cared for.

In addition to his parents, Joe is survived by his wife of 7 years, Della E. (Bozeman) Bottor; a brother, Sean Bottor, and five sisters - Lottie Chapman, Jolene Bottor-Ortiona, Amanda Dunmyre, Spring Alvarez and Savannah Miske.  He is also survived by his step-mother, Sherry Bottor, along with 3 nieces and 8 nephews.

Relatives and friends are invited to attend a visitation on Wednesday June 12th, 2024 from 6-8 PM at the Schlizter Allen Pugh Funeral Home, 515 West Market Street, Pottsville.  Joe will be laid to rest during private family services.

You may leave an online condolence at www.schlitzerallenpugh.com