Remembering the life, death and legacy of Purple Heart recipient Joseph Noonan
Joseph F. Noonan, of Avon, passed away June 16, at the age of 93. Born, raised, and educated in Boston, Joseph had been a resident of Avon for 51 years. He worked as a Boston Firefighter, at GTE Sylvania in Waltham, and as a Special Police Officer in Avon. Joseph received 2 Purple Hearts for his service in the Army Air Corp during WWII. He was a member of the DAV, VFW, and K of C, all in Avon. He loved everything aviation and enjoyed spending time with his grandchildren and...