Joseph Frank Poli

Joseph Frank Poli, 86, of Ephrata, passed away on September 29, 2026, at Keystone Villa at Ephrata. Joseph was born in Hamtramck, MI, to his late parents, Frank and Lillian (Manicotti) Poli. His beloved wife, Celia Mae (Warfield) Poli survives at home.

Joseph was a graduate of Drexel University and held a degree in Mechanical Engineering. A dedicated family man, Joseph attended college while working full-time, so his children could receive a catholic education. Joseph was a devout catholic, he was a parishioner at Our Lady of Lourdes in New Holland, prior to moving to Ephrata. He was a current parishioner at Our Mother of Perpetual Help, Ephrata. While at Our Lady of Lourdes, Joseph was a member and Grand Knight for Knights of Columbus Council 13451. In his spare time, he enjoyed golfing and boating.

In addition to his wife, Joseph is survived by his children, Joseph Frank Poli, Jr. and his wife Tine, of New Castle, DE, David A. Poli and his wife Tiffany, of Fivepointville, and Theresa Pinder, of Philadelphia, five grandchildren and five great-grandchildren.

In addition to his parents, Joesph was predeceased by his daughter, Pamela Ann Filman.

A Funeral Service will be held on Monday, October 5, 2026, beginning at 1:00 PM, at C. Stanley Eckenroth Home for Funerals, 209 East Main Street, Terre Hill, PA, with Father Paul Borowski officiating. A viewing will be held at the funeral home beginning at Noon until the time of the service on Monday. Interment will occur immediately following the funeral service in Bowmansville Union Cemetery, Narvon.

Arrangements have been entrusted to C. Stanley Eckenroth Home for Funerals, Terre Hill.