Stephen Joseph Gallagher Passaro, 31, of Nazareth passed away suddenly on Saturday, March 5, 2022. He was a beloved son of Joseph and Catherine (Gallagher) Passaro.

Stephen was born in Philadelphia, PA on March 30, 1990.  Stephen was a graduate of Nazareth Area High School, Scranton School for the Deaf and a life member of Holy Family Catholic Church, Nazareth.

Stephen enjoyed many things.  His hobbies included fishing, dirt biking, and being outdoors.  In addition, Stephen was a fan of professional wrestling and gaming.  Stephen had a pure heart and a kind and generous soul, who loved all.  His humorous nature and endearing qualities were sure to make you laugh and put a smile on your face.  In return, he was loved by many.  Stephen was surrounded by a large extended family, in which he valued the wonderful times spent together.

In addition to his parents, Stephen will be lovingly and dearly missed by His sister, Anna Maria. His 3 brothers; Anthony, his wife Ana and their son Luca; Christian, and Marc.  Maternal grandmother, Mary A. Gallagher. Paternal grandmother, Margaret Artuso and paternal grandfather, Joseph Passaro, Sr. Numerous aunts, uncles, cousins, and friends. He was predeceased by his maternal grandfather, Daniel F. Gallagher, Sr.

Relatives and friends are invited to a viewing on Friday, March 11 from 6:PM-8:PM and Saturday, March 12 from 8:30 AM-9:30 AM in the Schmidt Funeral Home PC, 407 Belvidere St., Nazareth. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Saturday March 12 at 10 AM in Holy Family Catholic Church, 23 Forest Drive, Nazareth. Burial, in Gethsemane Cemetery, will be private with the family. In lieu of flowers, Memorial donations, in Stephen's name, may be sent to the church.