Jacob Fairchild, 26, of Fleetwood (Rockland Township), who passed away suddenly on February 26, 2023, at his home, is remembered with affection.

On March 9, 2021, he announced his engagement to Amanda J. Remick, who would soon become his wife.

Jake was a Bethlehem native and the son of Kutztown residents Stephen K. and Carol J. (Sell) Fairchild.

Jake earned a degree in diesel mechanics from Lehigh Career and Technical College in Schnecksville after graduating in 2015 from Kutztown Area High School, where he played soccer and ran track. Additionally, Jake obtained his Commercial Driver’s Certificate.

He worked for Pottle’s Trucking, LLC, Kutztown, for three years as a diesel mechanic.

He had previously worked for Kenworth. Jake was a devout Christian who belonged to the Lenhartsville Rod and Gun Association as well as the Christ (Mertz) Lutheran Church in Dryville. Jake joined Scout Troop 101 and subsequently Troop 132 when he was younger, where he attained the rank of Life Scout. He was a die-hard Bengals supporter and fan of sports.

Jake had the greatest respect for animals and loved everything about the outdoors and wildlife. He loved to go hunting, fishing, and trapping.

Additionally, he loved participating in winter sports like skiing and snowmobiling. Most recently, he was a Grandview Speedway participant in dirt track racing. Jake was the most loving, compassionate, and dedicated individual who always sought to do “the right thing.”

Jake is survived by his fiancée Amanda, his parents Steve and Carol, his two brothers Josh S. and Justin M. Fairchild, both of Lenhartsville, as well as his paternal grandparents Kenneth E. and Carole L. (Hough) Fairchild of Whitehall and his maternal grandfather Larry L. Sell of Danielsville.

He is also survived by his and Amanda’s two dogs, Sierra and Koda, as well as numerous aunts, uncles, cousins, and friends. Carol M. (Rudolph) Sell, his maternal grandmother, predeceased him.

The Reverend Martin Milne will officiate at a memorial service to celebrate and honor Jake’s life on Thursday, March 2, 2023 at 11:00 a.m. in Christ (Mertz) Lutheran Church, 16 Fleetwood Road, Fleetwood (Dryville).

At 10:30 a.m., doors will open. There won’t be a luncheon or calling hours after the ceremony.

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