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Joseph Armitage Obituary
Friends and family are invited to a Mass of Christian Burial Saturday (August 24) at 10:00 a.m. at St. Mary's Church, Waterloo, NY..
Joe was born March 23, 1956 in Lyons, N.Y. to the late Bernard C. and Nancy J. (DiSanto) Armitage. He graduated from Newark High School in 1974 and went on to proudly serve in the U.S. Navy. After his service, Joe met his wife of 40 years, Ellen (Dinan). Joe earned a degree in Criminal Justice from FLCC and later attended RIT. Post college, he worked for the Seneca Army Depot. After the closure of the Depot, Joe held various jobs in the community until his retirement.
Joe was intelligent and had the ability to fix anything. He was not afraid of a challenge. Joe enjoyed golfing, camping, and cheering on the Red Sox and NY Giants. He loved to take his family to see the Red Sox play in Toronto, Cleveland, or Boston. Most of all, Joe loved spending time with his immediate and extended family. He was a communicant of St. Mary's Roman Catholic Church in Waterloo, NY.
Joe leaves behind his wife Ellen (Dinan); his sons: Andrew (Amanda) and Philip; and beloved grandsons: Oliver, Cameron, and Hughett. Joe is also survived by his siblings: Deborah Silverman, Paul Armitage, Lisa (Paul) Visca, and Tina McMullen.
The family would like to thank the dedicated and caring staff at the Homestead and Huntington Living Center.
In lieu of flowers, donations in Joe's memory may be made to Saint Francis & Saint Claire Parish, 35 Center Street, Waterloo, N.Y. 13165 or Tunnels to Towers, 2361 Hyland Blvd. Staten Island, NY 10306.
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Memories and Condolences
for Joseph Armitage
Mary Mantelli
August 24, 2024
Ellen, Andrew, and Phil,
I was so sorry to hear this news. You are all in my prayers for peace and comfort. Alzheimer's is such a dreadful disease, because you lose your loved one twice. Joe was good and kind man. May his soul rest in peace!
Mary Mantelli
Cindi and Dave Dawley
August 19, 2024
Dear Ellen, we are so sorry for the loss of your loved one. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during this difficult time.
Bill & Cathleen Whitfield
August 19, 2024
Ellen, our condolences to you and the Armitage family over the passing of Joe. You are in our thoughts and prayers during this difficult time. May your memories of Joe and the love and support of your family and friends help to bring you peace
JoAnn Ryrko
August 18, 2024
My thoughts and prayers are with you ! May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow. The Ryrko Family !
Suzi Trible
August 17, 2024
Joe was such a kind and amazing man! My heart bleeds for all if you/sending hugs and prayers at this very difficult time.
Christine Herbert
August 17, 2024
I am so sorry- I met Joe at his parents house and know how devoted he was to them. Nancy spoke of him and your family so often and lovingly. prayers, I am so sorry
Cris Herbert
Tom and Karene Cook
August 17, 2024
Ellen please accept our condolences with Joe's passing. We cannot imagine your grief and sorrow since Joe got ill. Our thoughts and prayers go out to you, the boys, grandchildren and the Armitage family. May Our Lord guide you all at this most difficult time.
Linda and Glenn Prosser
August 17, 2024
Ellen,
Glenn and I were very sad when we heard the news of your husband's passing. Our prayers are with youand your family during this time.
Linda and Glenn Prosser
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