Joseph-Sobczak-Obituary

Photo courtesy of Burns Funeral Home - Frankford Ave.

Joseph T. Sobczak

Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

Jan 13, 1951 – Jul 17, 2020 (Age 69)

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BORN
January 13, 1951
DIED
July 17, 2020
AGE
69
LOCATION
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

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Burns Funeral Home - Frankford Ave. Obituary

Beloved husband of Kathe (nee Boehmke).  Loving step father of Joseph Mastropietro (Andrea), Grandfather of Keeley Bashwinger and Heidi Mastropietro.  Dear brother of John Sobczak (Kathy), and Theresa McKeever (Robert); also survived by many nieces, nephews, great-nieces, great-nephew and many cousins.  Joe proudly served his country for over 20 years.  First, as a Petty Officer/Career Counselor in the US Navy, then as a Warrant Officer in the PA Army National Guard, and retired as a Chief Warrant Officer 2 in the Army Reserves.  A member of the Retired Military Officer Association of America (MOAA), he was also a member of the Third Regiment Infantry N.G.P. where he served on the Board of Trustees, and he was Secretary of the Frankford Northeast Philadelphia Rotary Club.


Joe loved to travel, take walks along the beach and river, he was an avid reader, a military history buff and a captivating storyteller.  After retirement he enjoyed pairing fine wines, craft beers with some of his favorite foods as he tried out new restaurants.  Always looking for the perfect spot to watch a Phillies or Eagles game.  Above all, Joe cherished the relationships he shared with Kathe, his wife, Joe and Andrea, his step "son" and "daughter" in law, Keeley and Heidi, his two granddaughters, his family, cousins and many friends.


Relatives and friends are invited to his viewing Friday, July 24, 2020, 8:30 AM to 10:30 AM, Burns Funeral Home, 9708 Frankford Avenue, Philadelphia, followed by his Funeral Mass 11:00 AM St. Katherine of Siena Church.  Interment - St. Dominic Cemetery.  In lieu of flowers, contributions to The Rotary Foundation, 14280 Collections Center Drive, Chicago, IL 60693 or the Gundaker Foundation, P.O. Box 812, Springfield, PA 19064 in his memory would be appreciated. 

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Dear Kathe & Family, it is with a very sad heart I send this message. You & Joe had a wonderful marriage & our love & sympathy goes out to you. The best part of death is that it is only a temporary separation. Jesus as you know promised we will be together again, & what a happy day that will be. Together with your Mother & Father & Joe, not to mention our wonderful Lord & Savior Jesus Christ & & all the Saints. You have always let your light shine & you will again, blessed by God. Know that...

Two Joe cousins by Rotary

Love this picture Kathe! Line two peas in a pod funny!! I wish they met earlier!

So sorry for your loss Kathy! You were a great pair and love story!! The care you gave to Joe was just a symbol of that love !! I am so glad Joe and I had the pleasure of meeting him at Rotary events and sharing funny stories about our two Joes being cousins!! Thoughts and prayers with you always!

What a beautiful video I am ordering this to have as a keepsake to always remember how very much he was loved and loved in return Thank you for everything Joe XO You were one of a kind Rest in Peace

Joe,I have known you litterly all of my life.I remember you as a child and terry,from the old neighborhood.Francis and I have such great memories of the talks we would have at family functions.I loved you and so did Francis,we both will miss you dearly,and hope you rest in peace.xoxo

Kathe, Always in our thoughts and prayers.

Kathie I sorry for lost of Joe I am still morning of my husband Lou I will keep you in my prayers Kathie kwwp in touch Gerry Sposato

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Dear Kathie, I am truly sorry for your husband LOU WAS GREAT FRIEND TO Joe in grade an High School ( Roman ) my prayers are with you take care Gerry Sposato

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