Jacqueline Shelagh Patricia Bruch

Jacqueline “Jackie” Shelagh Patricia Bruch, 61, of Bethlehem, PA, died on February 2nd, 2026, at Lehigh Valley Hospital - Cedar Crest. Born in England, Jackie was the daughter of the late Robert S. Jones and Patricia V. Jones (O'Sullivan).

Jackie attended Quakertown High School and graduated in 1984. She furthered her education by attending Bucks County Community College.

Jackie began working at Wismer Machine Company as a machinist and enjoyed it so much she remained there for 23 years. Prior to that Jackie worked for several local nursing homes, as she loved to care for the sick and elderly. Many will probably remember her from her time as a bartender at several local bars/clubs. One being the Salisbury Fire Co. 1 Social Club.

Her passion for life extended well beyond her professional endeavors, in her free time, Jackie enjoyed watching her favorite television shows, reading James Patterson books, and cooking enough food for an army.

Earlier in her life, Jackie liked to play sports such as softball and basketball. She also liked to be social with friends and visiting family in Ireland during the summer. Later in her life, she loved getting her nails done with her daughter, spending time with her granddaughter, and spending time with her friends at social clubs.

Jackie was an active member of the Coopersburg Fire Company Social Quarters. She was also a past member of the Se-Wy-Co Social Club, as well as other social clubs. She was also an active volunteer at Coopersburg Fire Company Social Quarters, Bikers Against Bullies, and gave her time and home to individuals with cognitive, intellectual, and physical disabilities.

Jackie was happiest when surrounded by the people she loved and cared about. She always had a special place in her heart for people in need of support. She will be remembered by her friends and family for her generosity and loving nature. Above all else, she loved her family deeply and cherished the time she spent with them.

In addition to her mother, Jackie will be dearly missed by her husband, Frederick, together they shared 32 loving years of marriage; her children, Ellen Bruch (Marc) and Michael Bruch; her sister, Pauline Szlachta (Chris); her brother, Ian Jones; her nephew Damian Szlachta; nieces Bianka Jones and Katie Szlachta; her long time best friend, Debra Bailey; and her granddaughter, Nova; along with her extended family members and friends.

All are invited on Saturday, February 28, 2026, to Naugle Funeral & Cremation Service, 135 W. Pumping Station Road, Quakertown, PA 18951 for visitation from 11:00 AM to 1:00 PM, with a memorial service to begin at 1:00 PM. All are invited to join in a celebration of life for Jackie following the service at C&C Catering, 1319 Park Avenue, Quakertown, PA 18951 from 2:00 PM to 6:00 PM.

All arrangements are made by Naugle Funeral & Cremation Service, Ltd.