Benjamin Patriarca, 90, of Hellertown, PA passed away on Friday December 2, 2016 in Saucon Valley Manor. Benjamin was born in Citta' Sant Angelo, Italy, a son of the late Giacomo and Carmela (DiVincentis) Patriarca. Benjamin was married to Nina Fragassi Compagnola Patriarca before her passing in 2013. He was a self-employed Farmer for many years after coming to the US in 1930. He was later employed by Victaulic, of Easton for 17 years, retiring in 1983. Benjamin was a member of St. Anthony of Padua Catholic Church, in Easton. Benjamin is survived by his daughter: Christina Patriarca, of Allentown, two sons: Anthony Compagnola and his wife Nancy, of Bath, PA, Joseph Compagnola and his wife Ella, of Wilson, PA, 4 grandchildren and 6 great grandchildren. He is preceded in death by his parents, loving wife, and a brother Albert Patriarca.