Jean E. Boyer, 85, of Bethlehem, died Wednesday, January 15, 2020.

Born in Bethlehem, she was the daughter of the late Arthur and Eleanor (Amies) Toy.

Jean was employed by Sayre Child Center for 30 years before retiring.

An avid reader, she enjoyed cats, big band music, watching golf and baseball.  She loved spending time with her friends drinking tea.  A woman of tremendous faith, she recently stated she was content to sit quietly with her God.

She is survived by her son, Matthew, and his wife Connie Foreback Boyer of Fogelsville, and their children Maeve and Madeline; her daughter-in-law, Mary, and her children Elissa, Cayley and Dalton; and a great-grandson Quinn who is due to enter this world on January 18.  She was predeceased by a son, Daniel in 2012.

A memorial service will be held on Sunday, January 26, at 1 p.m. in the Pearson Funeral Home, 1901 Linden Street, Bethlehem.  A calling hour will precede the service from noon until 1 p.m.

In lieu of flowers, memorials may be sent to the American Cancer Society, 3893 Adler Place, Bethlehem, PA 18017, or The Sanctuary at Haafsville, 901 Nestle Way, Breinigsville, PA 18031.  Online condolences may be sent to www.pearsonfh.com.