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Joseph Blew Obituary
Born in Scranton on Sept. 4, 1937, son of the late Fred Blew Sr. and the late Margaret Magnone Blew Malysz. He was educated in Scranton schools. He was a veteran of the Navy, stationed aboard the USS Boxer in the West Pacific. He was employed by Superior Welding Co. and Superior Fireproof Door Co., where he served as steward for the Carpenters Industrial Union. Before retirement, he managed the Steel Division at Fiegleman's Recycling Center, Scranton.
He was a loving husband, father and brother who would always put others' needs ahead of his own. He enjoyed following national politics and strongly supported American ideals. He spent most of his retirement relaxing in his La-Z-Boy, watching baseball and football with his son. He will be missed by all who knew him.
Joseph's family would like to extend its sincere gratitude to Northeast Radiation Oncology Center and the staff and management of Mountain View Care Facility for their compassion and care given to Joseph throughout this difficult process.
Surviving are son, Jason Blew, Scranton; two brothers, Fred Blew Jr., New Jersey; and Steven Malysz, and wife, Marion, Dunmore; a sister, Maggie Cosgrove and companion, Donnie Howey, Scranton; nieces and nephews.
He was also preceded in death by a son, Joseph Blew.
The funeral will be Thursday with services at 11 a.m. in the Carl J. Savino Funeral Home, 157 S. Main Ave., Scranton. Interment will be in Washburn Street Cemetery.
Friends may call Wednesday, 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m.
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Maggie Cosgrove
February 23, 2012
My brother, my friend. I will miss our talks most of all. Your warm words always seemed to calm me. You were one of the few who literally touched my heart throughout my life. If ever a man should not have suffered, it was you and I am so sorry that you did. I look foward to seeing you again and with all my heart, I love you. Jason, you did a wonderful job with everything. I am proud that you are my nephew. You Mom and Dad did a "good job" raising you.
Joe and Adele Garofalo
February 22, 2012
Jason:
Joe and I extend our deepest sympathy on the death of your dad. He was a wonderful and kind man. He will now be with your mom in Heaven.
Love,
Joe and Adele Garofalo
February 22, 2012
SORRY TO HEAR ABOUT YOUR DAD .WORKED WITH HIM AT SUPERIOR FOR A LONG TIME.TAKE CARE . PAT KOCHIS
February 21, 2012
Dear Jason,
Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this sad and difficult time. May your beautiful memories of your Dad and Mom help you through this and give you comfort. We also hope that it helps you just knowing that your friends care and that we are praying for you. Trudy and Jimmy Abda
Jill Mulderig
February 21, 2012
J: My heart goes out to you during this difficult time. Having the honor to know Joe for many years has touched my life. His demeanor, personality, and kindhearted ways were infectious. Joe could always brighten up your day with a kind word or a smile. His love and devotion to his family remains unmatched. Gone but never forgotten, as memories will live on in our hearts forever. May he rest in peace and reunite with Ann.
Jim and Nori Connor
February 21, 2012
To Jason and the Blew Family. Sorry to hear about your Dad. He was a good man. Now he is at peace and with Ann. We extend our sincere sympathy to you and yours. May he rest in peace with God. Jim and Nori Connor
Ray Bishop
February 21, 2012
To Jason, sorry to hear the news on your father. He was a good person and was well liked. I knew your dad for a long time and he'll be dearly miss. I'ii keep you and the family in my prayers.. God Bless
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