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Joseph Hennessey Obituary
Joseph "Joe" Merrick Hennessey, age 27, passed away Sunday, November 4, 2018. Born and raised in Seattle, Washington, he enjoyed many summers with family and friends on the beautiful beaches near Poulsbo and on the shores of Shaw Island.
Joe attended Shorecrest High School and Cascadia Community College. Joe was a life-long learner and an avid reader and writer. He pursued new and interesting topics that he found intellectually stimulating and challenged others to think critically. Joe had a kind and gentle soul. He enjoyed a good debate and was equipped to take either side of the argument.
Joe's death was unexpected and heartbreaking. Like others, he struggled with drug addiction. With the love and support of his family, Joe continually worked to overcome the disease, but ultimately the opiate epidemic has taken Joe from us too soon.
Joe is survived by his parents, Stephen and Margie Hennessey, his younger sister Madeline Hennessey, and numerous loving aunts, uncles, and cousins.
Please join our family for a celebration of life for Joe.
It will be held at the Lake Forest
Park Civic Club, on November 15th, from 3:00 pm - 7:00 pm.
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Tomas Engle
November 3, 2019
Rest in peace, Joe.
December 12, 2018
Margie, Steve and Madeline,
So sorry to hear your sad news...very late getting to me in Ireland but the prayers were said and I am keeping you all in my thoughts regularly.
Take care of yourselves and make sure to keep on living as I am sure that is what Joe would want for you all.
Love and Hugs.
Kay
Claudia Callahan
November 17, 2018
I have never experienced more love in a room than I did at Joe's Celebration of life. What a magnificent gathering in honor of this young man! The outpouring of Love from all who knew him was palpable.
Continued Prayers for all,especially his Parents and Sister.
Joe is finally at Peace...
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Lisa Hill
November 12, 2018
Dear Steve, Marjorie and Family ~
We are deeply saddened to hear about your son, Joe. Please know you are all in our thoughts and prayers during this extremely difficult time. May God grant you the strength, love and support to cope with your loss.
With Heartfelt sympathy,
Lisa (Schwaegler) Hill and Family
November 12, 2018
Man this tears me apart,I have a boy the same age.He has had his own battle's I worry about him every day.I will dwell on this and send as much positive vibe as possible.Accept my heartfelt condolence your Hiller brother..Mike Tale
November 12, 2018
I only met Joe once but even then I immediately felt the delicate nature of this intelligent, artistic soul. An artist is not their physical product but instead the beautiful and unique way they look at our world and help us to do the same. These souls will often take a different path and sometimes these souls are overwhelmed by what they see. Sometimes they get trapped in destructive addiction. It's ironic really for they often, with great clarity, point out addictions of our own. With love to Joe and his family
David Mason, Sammamish
Clayton Galarneau
November 11, 2018
My heart goes out to his family right now
November 11, 2018
With deepest sorry and prayers for family and all of those who knew and loved Joe.
Denise Frisino
Steve Turner
November 10, 2018
My deepest condolences to the family. May the God of comfort grant you strength during this difficult time.
November 10, 2018
My sympathy to the Hennessey family. May God grant you peace to cope with your loss Phillippians 4:6,7.
Carol Buckley
November 9, 2018
I am so sorry to hear of your loss, please accept my condolences at this most difficult time.
I knew Joe online as distant friend with similar interests and values. I understood that he was struggling and hoped to God that he could work through it all and overcome his demons.
In the small way that I knew him, I found him to be a kind and honest soul, sharp-witted, clever, and a truly decent person. I have no doubt that his passing has left a huge hole in the lives of the people who loved him most.
I will remember him well, but also with very much sadness because a beautiful bright spark has been lost to chaos.
May God protect him and may he now rest in peace.
November 9, 2018
I am so, so sorry for your loss. May you be able to find peace.
With love,
Judy Clark
(Seattle, Lemolo)
November 9, 2018
Dearest ones, We are so saddened by the passing of your son Joseph Merrick "Joe" Hennessey. Our deepest condolences and sympathy at this very sensitive time for you all! Sincerely, Thoughtful and Joseph
Tomas Engle
November 9, 2018
Rest in peace, friend. Praying for you.
Sean Henry
November 9, 2018
I'm so sorry, Joe, my friend. My love for you will never fade. May the Lord keep you and bless you with his everlasting peace and Love.Rest in Love.
Joe with Lucy
JP Merrick
November 9, 2018
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