Joseph P. Greco

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Joseph Greco Obituary

GRECO Joseph P. Greco, age 59, born in St. Louis, MO on May 5, 1948, passed away on November 8, 2007, at Riverside Methodist Hospital in Columbus, OH after a strong, courageous and honorable 27 month battle with brain cancer. Joe obtained his undergraduate graduate degree from his alma mater, University of Missouri. Graduate degrees from both St. Louis University and Roosevelt University. He was a proud brother in the Phi Kappa Psi fraternity and truly appreciated their love, support, and life long friendships. Joe was employed by JPMorgan Chase & Co. in Columbus, OH. Joe is survived by the love of his life, Julia Hansley; her daughter, Ashley Hansley and fiance Adam Bush; his brother, Paul J. "the Duke" Greco of St. Louis; his beloved sister, Angela (James) Hegger of St. Louis; favorite nephew, Paul V. Greco of St. Louis and favorite niece, Jeannette Hegger of St. Louis. He was preceded in death by his parents Paul T. and Helen A. Greco, and sister-in-law Rose Mary Greco. Joe is also survived by a host of close friends, neighbors and angels. Joe was a HUGE fan of the St. Louis Cardinals and the Mizzou Tigers football team. He loved running, reading and military history, and likened his cancer journey to a war. He will be remembered for his big heart, constant smile and will never be forgotten. Joe and his family deeply appreciate the love, support and the friendships he made through the Brain Tumor Support group and the care received from his entire medical team whom he considered his allies in his battle. Visitation will be from 4-6 p.m. followed by funeral service at 6 p.m. on Monday, November 12, 2007, at RUTHERFORD-CORBIN FUNERAL HOME, 515 High Street, Worthington, 614-885-4006. Rev Alan Sippel officiating. In lieu of flowers, contributions can be made to The Memory Tree c/o The OhioHealth Foundation, 180 East Broad Street, Columbus, OH 43215-3707 in Joe's name. "Sign the online guestbook at www.dispatch.com/obituaries"

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Published by The Columbus Dispatch from Nov. 10 to Nov. 11, 2007.

Memories and Condolences
for Joseph Greco

12 Entries

Anton Machany

November 4, 2023

Rest in Peace, dear friend, and know you will never be forgotten by those left behind.

Chris Ricks

November 15, 2007

Julia,

It was with great sadness that I learned of Joe's passing. While I had not seen him in several years, I will always cherish our years at Mizzou and the bonds we made at Phi Kappa Psi. He was a "Brother's Brother" and will always be remembered among those of us who shared college and frat life together.

"Come all ye loyal brothers, hearts filled with old Phi Psi"

May God grant you grace and peace as we continue without Joe in our midst.

Chris...

Frank and Mindy Devine

November 13, 2007

Julia, So sad to hear that Joe is gone. If you need anything let us know.

Sheri Toth

November 12, 2007

Dear Julia,
My heart aches for you and your loss.In the short amounts of time that I had spent with the two of you it was always obvious to me the love you both shared as well as Joe's zest for life and ability to always "look on the bright side".The world surely needs more people like your Joe but now he has even made heaven a better place! Love and prayers to you Julia.

Lynn Russell

November 12, 2007

Julia and Ashley,
I am so sorry to hear of your loss. There times and seaons in ours lives some filled with laughter and some sorrow. God is with us during them them all. I have learned we don't the why's until God reveals it to us. But, I do know your loss is God's gain and with Christ's sacrifice we live once again with Him. No pain, no tears forever in glory with Him. What a thing to look forward too.

Please listen to the Lord and He will mend your broken heart. Be glad for your time with Joe, for time and love our the most precious gifts.

Lynn Russell
Amy's Mother-in-law to be

Karen Ebert

November 11, 2007

Julia & Ashley,
I was so sorry to hear of your loss. Joe fought a very hard battle and in many ways he won the war. He out lived what the doctors told him & he did this for his, Julia. He loved you so much, he lived for you and that gave him the drive to fight as long as he did. Take care and God Bless.
I hope to be there tomorrow for the visitation.
Sincerely
Karen, Jim, Aaron & Nicole
Ebert

Anton Machany

November 11, 2007

Joe was my best and oldest friend. I met him in 1960 when we were both in the 7th grade at Holy Family School in St Louis. We lived on the same street, ate and played in each others' homes, both graduated from the University of Missouri in Columbia (we shared a room in the dorm together till he joined his fraternity), he was the best man at my wedding, and we have remained in close contact and often visited with one another during all these many, but all too few, years. Joe was loyal to his family, his neighborhood, his friends, his country, his alma mater, his fraternity, the Missouri Tigers football team, and the St Louis Cardinals his entire life, and there should no doubt that his support, and spirit, will be with them all through eternity. He always maintained a sense of humor and kept his chin in the wind to the end. He was a south St Louisan of the old school, like his dad and my dad, which is the highest compliment I can pay anyone. My life was greatly enriched because I had the good fortune to have had him as my best friend during my time on earth, and I hope to see him again. Until then, I'll carry on as best I can although it will never be the same.

Rebecca Shannon

November 11, 2007

You are in my thoughts and prayers. During this difficult time, please know that you have the love and support of so many behind you. May the wonderful memories you have be cherished and remembered.

With love,
Rebecca Shannon

Joanna Hart

November 10, 2007

Julia,
Sadly I cannot be with you on Monday. You and Joe and I met under such very special circumstances, and you have both been so important to me. I am so grateful for our recent meeting, with Osa, and Joe's big smile and positive attitude prevailed. Please know that you are in my thoughts and that I love you, and we will continue this journey together. I extend condolences to other members of your and Joe's families, proud and happy to say that I knew such a remarkable, loving man.

Maggie West

November 10, 2007

Julia, my deepest sympathy to you and Joe's family. Sincerely, Maggie West

Cindy Gerhan

November 10, 2007

Dear Julia and the Greco Family,

It is not often that one meets a person who can touch your life the way Joe did mine. I will always remember his kindness, huge heart and warm smile. Joe exhibited great dignity, tremendous strength and unwavering courage in his battle with cancer. He was a man of unbendable perseverance and I, as a person, have gained from his determination. It was a privilege and honor to know Joe and he will always have a very special place in my heart.

Julia, you sent me this on May 8th.

"I do believe that people come into our lives for a purpose. When someone is in your life for a REASON, it is usually to meet a need you have expressed. They have come to assist you through a difficulty, to provide you with guidance and support, to aid you physically, emotionally or spiritually. They may seem like a godsend and they are. They are there for the reason you need them to be. Then, without any wrongdoing on your part or at an inconvenient time, this person will say or do something to bring the relationship to an end. Sometimes they die. Sometimes they walk away. Sometimes they act up and force you to take a stand. What we must realize is that our need has been met, our desire fulfilled, their work is done. The prayer you sent has been answered and now it's time to move on.

Some people come into your life for a SEASON, because your turn has come to share, grow or learn. They bring you an experience of peace or make you laugh. They may teach you something you have never done. They usually give you an unbelievable amount of joy. Believe it, it is real. But only for a season.

LIFETIME relationships teach you lifetime lessons, things you must build upon in order to have a solid emotional foundation. Your job is to accept the lesson, love the person and put what you have learned to use in all other relationships and areas of your life. It is said that love is blind but friendship is clairvoyant."

Joes was all three to me...a reason, a season and a life time.

With sympathy, In friendship, Love, Cindy

Madeline Ruff

November 10, 2007

Julia, sincere condolences for your loss. What an honor it was to finally meet you and "Hummer Joe" last May. Gary and Joe were both
strong, loving and courageous men. Two friends are now reunited. You will remain in my prayers.

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