Age 97

Joe passed away December 7, 2021. He is survived by his beloved wife of 76 years, Arelina. Dear father of Mary (Chet) Wilson and Bonnie (Ernest) Cadotte. Loving grandfather of Joseph, Marc, Katie, Beth, Brian and John and great grandfather of Jacob, Graham and Brendan.

He was beloved by everyone who knew him. He was a talented and an amazingly kind man.  He did many things in his life. He spearheaded and managed the opening of 12 Oaks Mall. He was an amateur vintner, making his Dago Red wine. He apprenticed himself to a carpenter making beautiful pieces of furniture, enjoyed playing poker and loved his annual summers up north with his family.  He was a follower of Archbishop Fulton Sheen's teachings.  His deep faith in God was his model for living.

Memorial gifts can be made to the Capuchin Soup Kitchen, 1820 Mt. Elliott, Detroit, MI 48207.

A memorial gathering will be held after the holidays.