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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