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Joel McMahon Obituary
Fla. — Joel P. McMahon, 28, died unexpectedly on Wednesday, June 25, 2008.
Joel is survived by his mother, Kathleen McMahon of East Falmouth, his father, James R. McMahon III of Buzzards Bay; his wife, Julia McMahon; son, Ryan McMahon of Germany; and daughter, Naomi McMahon.
He is also survived by his sister, Rachel Dewees; step-mother, Shelley McMahon, stepbrothers, Jake and Josh and stepsister, Serena; as well as many aunts, uncles, cousins, nieces and nephews.
Joel served in the military with tours in Iraq, Kosovo and Kuwait, and was stationed in Germany.
Memorial services will be held at Marstons Mills Community Church, 2135 Main St., Marstons Mills, on Wednesday, July 2, at 4 p.m.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made for his wife and son.
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Tony
October 28, 2022
Some people come back to mind and it’s been a lot of years since me and Joel were buddies in high school before i read most of these names of loved ones mentioned or places he was heading but Joel was a friend to not be forgotten anywhere on the Cape. People somehow connected with him in a way I admired and he took pleasure in anything he did without fear with me more reserved but it allowed him to explore the best and probably the worst of the world too if that’s where he ended up but he always made the best of things. For a guy who lived so free he just about outlived me by 10 years anyway so for all those kids that live like they are truly free with nothing to lose don’t try to tame them cause they’ll be the ones protecting your country and having a family that i was too timid to have despite outliving him by another 15 years. I wish i could have kept in touch those 10 years after i left home to travel where he created a life for himself and his family with a legacy to leave behind that I hope i can do. I am sorry to hear about the loss of not having him but enjoy the memories i am sure and hope he created for you all like he did when we we spent time together. Legacy would be a word i think he’d like the sound of with his patented *smile* afterward.
Kevin McGillen
December 31, 2020
Hello, I know some time has passed, but had just found my basic training yearbook from FT Leonard Wood and came across Joel’s picture and google sent me here. We were bunk mates in basic training; battle buddies. We went to different AIT but both ended up, coincidentally, stationed in Hohenfels. He in the 94th and I in 1-4. I’m terribly sorry to learn of his passing. I have nothing but fond memories of Joel and his wicked accent. Not sure if anyone will ever see this, but my thoughts are with you all. Kevin
LINDELLE KELLEHER
July 4, 2008
Dear Kathy and Rachael,
I just found out about your loss today. My heart aches for you. My thoughts and prayers are with all of you. I have e-mailed you Kathy. Please contact me.
Love, Aunt Lindelle
Brad and Pamela White
July 3, 2008
Dear Family,
We were so sorry to hear about your loss today.
We are praying for you.
Brad and Pamela White
(formerly of Bourne,MA)
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Fred & Linda Kopcak
July 1, 2008
Gently may God ease your pain, tenderly may time heal your sorrow, and softly may peace replace your heartache and your warmest memories remain.
Our prayers and thoughts are with you.
amanda white
July 1, 2008
wishing for all those grieving......peaceful thoughts
Tara & Samantha Bazarewsky
June 29, 2008
Dear Jay, Shelly, Jake, Josh & Serena,
Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
Serena, you were so brave to dance on Thursday. We were all so proud of you.
Love the Bazarewsky Family
Nick Grillo
June 29, 2008
Dear Kathy and Rachael,
I am so sorry to hear about Joel. My thoughts and prayers are with you through this difficult time. I too will remember the good times with Joel.
Nick and Nicholas
Julia McMahon
June 29, 2008
Joel,
i cannot express how much it hurts that you are gone. You are the love of my life and will always be. I miss you.
Love
Julia
xxoo
susie mcpherson
June 29, 2008
christine and marianne; we are so sorry for your loss. we will keep you in our prayers. love, susie,tom,and connor.
John & Deborah Sotirkys
June 29, 2008
We pray that the Lord's Love, Peace and Grace guide you through this difficult time. We will always remember and appreciate Joel's service and sacrifice he made for all of us.
Maureen Grillo
June 29, 2008
My heart is so sad. I am keeping all of you in my prayers.
Isaiah 41:10
Kathleen McMahon
June 29, 2008
Joel,
There are no words to express the sorrow I feel when I learned that you had died. The emptiness and pain is something that will fade in time, but never go away! You will be missed everyday for the rest of my life! May you rest in peace until we meet again!
I love you and am so proud of you for the good things you accomplished in your life.
Your legacy will be further accomplished by your children.
Love,
Mom
XXOO
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