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He was my football coach and a mentor. A lot of the time he was the father some didn't have but needed as a role model. RIP COACH.............
Ray
November 20, 2025 | School


Faiport Harbor, Ohio
Age 89
Joseph A. Topoly, affectionately known as "Coach," age 89, passed away peacefully on November 19, 2025. Born on March 16, 1936, to the late Steve and Helen Topoly (nee Pukansky), Joe lived a life filled with love, teaching, and an unwavering commitment to his family and community.Joe is survived...
Read MoreHe was my football coach and a mentor. A lot of the time he was the father some didn't have but needed as a role model. RIP COACH.............
Ray
November 20, 2025 | School
Sending my sympathy to the family. Coach was a good man, well respected, & loved by many.
Tracey Plavac Fowler
November 20, 2025 | School
What a super human being and a great coach. Enjoyed having him guide me into being the best I could be while on the track team. You will always be remembered!
Dan Majnarich
November 20, 2025 | School
Coach Tapoly was was not just my football coach,he was a man I looked up to,tough me the value of hard work and commitment. A man I put my body on the line for just to see his excitement when making a big play. He put his mark a myself and and so many others. RIP Smoken Joe and Thank You for your guidance that shaped many parts of the man I am today.
Robert Roncalli
November 20, 2025 | School
What a wonderful individual. First met Joe while covering the Rangers Relays and we stayed friends for many years. Always had a smile and good word for anyone. Prayers and thoughts to his family. RIP, Joe. You did good. Real good.
Bob Fortuna
November 20, 2025 | Friend
My sincere condolences to the entire family.
Jeff Silversteen
November 20, 2025 | Work
Too young to appreciate Coach when he was my coach. When you get older, you realize Coach Topoly was all about the kids and making them a better person.God Bless to Coach and his family
Larry Allen
November 20, 2025 | School
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Patty Rendina Bayes
November 20, 2025 | School
A wonderful human being and true disciple of Jesus Christ. North High was lucky to have him. Embrace
Patrick kwiatkowski
November 20, 2025 | Work