Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
MAKEMJOSEPH V., age 65, suddenly on Sept. 22, 2008, surrounded by his family. A proud retired Phila. Police Officer, 14th District. Joe was the beloved husband of the late Kathleen (nee Gaughan) and cherished father of Catherine Alper (Steve), Maryanne, Nancy and Joseph. Proud grandfather of...
Read MoreTo the Makem Family,
The world is different place now without your Dad. Joe is and will be greatly missed. You know, when you have one true friend in life, you count your blessings and realize what a rich person you are...I was a millionare with Joe as my very best friend. I love him and miss him very much.
John Madden
October 02, 2008 | Philadelphia, PA
Cathy, I'm so sorry to hear this news. My dad called me at work yesterday to tell me. They worked together in the 14th for a bit. He was a good man and he will be missed. You, Mare, Nancy, and Joe are in my prayers.
Gina Merritt
September 27, 2008
Dear Cathy & Steven,
We are so sorry to hear about your Dad.
Our thoughts and prayers are with you and
your entire family!
Love Aunt Roz & Uncle Earl
Roslyn & Earl Fingerman
September 25, 2008 | Scottsdale, AZ
Joe, Nancy and Maryann: The Concannon Family offers sincere sympathy to you and your extended family members on the sudden death of your Dad - sorry for your loss.
Eileen Concannon
September 25, 2008 | Philadelphia, PA
I had the pleasure of knowing Joe for almost 20 years when he started working with my father and I at Whittle. He was one the most entertaining, caring and knowledgeable people I have ever met. The Madden family will miss him deeply. God Bless.
Michael Madden
September 25, 2008 | Philadelphia, PA
Cath, Mare, Nancy, and Joey-your dad was the best and I will miss him so much. From watching any sporting event with him while switching to Sister Angelica to listening to his stories I will always remember him with a smile. Big Joe I miss you. Please let me know if you need anything
Erin Donnelly
September 25, 2008 | Philadelphia, PA
The members of our CopNET family would like to thank Joseph Makem for his dedication and service to the citizens of Philadelphia. The passing of Joe will be broadcast to our 2136 members shortly and we would like to extend our sincere condolences to your family. His absence from our ranks will be deeply missed by the remaining members of Philadelphia’s Finest who were fortunate to have served with him during his police career. He will continue in our thoughts and prayers. God Bless.
Jim Downs (Ret. Lt. PPD)
September 25, 2008 | Philadelphia, PA
Dear Kath, Mary, Nancy and Joe, We were just devastated to hear about your Dad. He was One of a Kind and a terrific person. He was also one of the funniest men I have ever met. We will all miss him very much. I know your hearts are broken. If there is anything we can do, please let us know. Love Bernie and Bob Blinebury
Bernice Blinebury
September 24, 2008 | Pennsauken, NJ
