Richfield, Minnesota
Gonnella, Joseph C. Jr. DDS Born Nov. 29, 1923 and died Nov. 27, 2007. Graduate of Minneapolis West High class of 1942 and the U. of M. Dental School class of 1950. U.S. Army WWII veteran, practiced dentistry in Elgin, ND and South Minneapolis. Managed Little League Teams in E. Richfield. Steward for the Sports Car Club of America where he raced Formula Vee cars. He and his wife traveled extensively around the world. Survived by his beloved wife of 57 years, Barbara; sons and their wives, Joe III (Pam) and Peter (Debbie); grandchildren, Sarah, Leah (Jordan) Easley, Mark, Ruth, Luke and Paul. Service Saturday 11 AM at the Morris Nilsen Chapel, 6527 Portland Ave. S. Interment St. Mary's Cemetery. Visitation Friday from 4-7 PM and one hour prior to the service. Memorials may be directed to The Arc of Minnesota, 770 Transfer Rd., Suite 26, St. Paul, MN 55114. Morris Nilsen Chapel 612-869-3226 www.morrisnilsen.com
This obituary was originally published in the Star Tribune.
Dear Barb,
I was deeply saddened to learn of Joe's passing. As a young boy, I have many fond memories of taking pictures for the Tonneau. You and Joe were aways so kind to me.
Our thoughts and prayers go out to you and your family.
Jeff Grady
December 05, 2007 | St. Paul, MN
Dearest Barb,
Our love is with you and the family. We were both so glad we were able to spend some good times with Joe and enjoy his company.
Our prayers and sympathy to you and the family.
Love Carolyn and Tony
carolyn Dobis
November 29, 2007 | Richfield, MN
Dear Barb: I am very very sorry to hear about Joe. He was a very sweet man, and we'll all miss him. Please know that my thoughts and prayers are with you in this difficult time.
Sue Cordahl
November 29, 2007 | Minneapolis, MN
Barb so sorry about Jo passing away. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
Jan Marton
November 28, 2007 | Richfield,Mn
