Boring, Oregon
11/10/1944 - 05/12/2024
Joe was born in Bonners Ferry, Idaho, to Leroy and Alma Gaare. He had an older sister, Julien and younger brother, Ed. His father worked for the forest service so they moved frequently growing up. He graduated from Grant Union High School and Portland State University. After his schooling he...
Read MoreJoe and I go back many years. Family hunting trips,fishing in Alaska, traveling to many places. He always had a story to tell, especially around the campfire. I miss him already. Tim Farrell
Tim Farrell
June 19, 2024 | Friend
Joe was that best neighbor of ours in Boring Oregon for 38 years. He was always happy to loan us anything that we needed to borrow. One of his fishing trips, he brought us a 49lb King Salmon. A very generous and funny guy. He is missed.
Sue Abelein
June 18, 2024 | Friend
