Lehigh Valley municipality mourns loss of elected official, community volunteer Charles ‘Zeke’ Bellis

The Palmer Township community is mourning the passing of one of its elected officials.

Charles E. “Zeke” Bellis III, 65, has died, according to township Manager Robert Williams. Bellis’ last appearance on behalf of the township was Wednesday discussing a development, Williams said.

Williams described Bellis as a “dedicated public servant, family man, and member of our community. He will be missed.”

Bellis, who was elected to a six-year term on the supervisors board in 2023, owned Easton Beverage Co. in the township. He also coached youth sports for many years and served on the Palmer athletic association board.

Funeral arrangements were pending Tuesday, Williams said.

The township flag at the municipal building at Weller Place off Newburg Road is to be flown at half-staff until after his funeral, according to Williams.

Officials canceled Tuesday night’s regular supervisors meeting, according to Williams out of respect for Bellis’ family and friends.

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