Bucks Co. Man's Death At Eagles' Game Explored In New Report

BUCKS COUNTY, PA — Heartbreaking details on the circumstances surrounding a Bucks County man's sudden death at an Eagles game in November were revealed in a new report published Monday.

The Philadelphia Inquirer spoke with the family and friends of Joe Nocero, a Jamison man who passed away at the age of 41 from a heart attack while the Eagles played the Patriots on Nov. 17. Witnesses and friends at the game told the publication they are questioning why it took as long as it did for EMTs to come to Nocero's aid during the medical emergency.

His wife, Melissa Nocero, has retained the Ross Feller Casey law firm to look into his death but no legal action has been filed as of Monday, the report said.

The local community has rallied around the Nocero family following his death. He was married and had a 5-year-old son.

A GoFundMe page established in support of the family has raised more than $113,000.

Last month, Club Pilates in Doylestown hosted a fundraiser as a show of support for Nocero's wife, who is a member of the fitness studio.

"Joe lived life to the fullest and found joy in making others smile. Joe's passion to help others was shown by his generous philanthropy," event organizers said in an announcement on Patch.

Nocero worked for Movement Mortgage, and had been featured in Forbes and Philadelphia Magazine. He was an avid Philadelphia sports fan who attended many Philadelphia Eagles games.

"Joe loved helping others, spending time with his family and friends, traveling, dancing, music, and teaching Nico sports. With the biggest smile and a heart of gold, Joe will be sorely missed by all that knew him.Come help us support this family," fundraiser organizers said.

You can read Nocero's obituary here.