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Joseph Healy

1942 - 2019

Joseph Healy obituary, 1942-2019, Fresno, CA

BORN

1942

DIED

2019

Joseph Healy Obituary

Joseph Gerard Healy was born on May 21, 1942 to James P. Healy and C. Rose Healy (née Murphy) in Brooklyn, NY Joe was Rose and Jim's fourth child, all boys: Joe followed James Patrick, William Peter, and John Paul into the Long Island world. Joe a ttended schools in New Hyde Park where he grew up, was an altar boy at Notre Dame Church, and later became an Eagle Scout. He graduated from Nassau Community College, then joined the Marine Corp where he trained as a helicopter pilot. After training at Pensacola, Joe served in Viet Nam during 1967 and 1968 where he was awarded a Purple Heart. Joe flew for New York Helicopters, Hawaii Helicopters Int., and owned Huron Ag. Helicopters for 37 years. Besides his three brothers and many nieces and nephews, he is survived by his wife of 49 years, Paula Delaney Healy, two sons: Matthew Thomas Healy and Adam Kimo Healy, two daughtersinlaw: Angela Healy and Addie Healy, and four grandchildren: Ian (17), Quinn (13), Elyn (7), and Kaitlyn (5). A memorial Mass will be celebrated on March 29 at 10 am. St. Peter's Church in Lemoore followed by a reception at Kings Country Club in Hanford.

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Published by Fresno Bee on Mar. 27, 2019.

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Roger Herman

September 28, 2019

Just learned of Joes passing back in March. Very sad to hear the news. He was an outstanding UH-1E gunship pilot. When he flew cover for us we knew we were in good hands. Were it not for his skills and bravery, many would not be here today. Semper Fi.

Ron Ramos

April 3, 2019

I can call Joe a friend of decades. He will be missed by many. RIP My friend.

cathy cooper

March 29, 2019

I was so blessed to have sat down a month ago with Joe and his friends as it had been several years since i seen him, he shared afew stories and bragged on what a lovely wife he had been blessed with for many years. He was just as handsome as the days of the Granary reaturant where he woukd stop in for a 'high ball" after a good game of golf ! Love ya big guy, rest now in peace!!

Donald Johnson

March 28, 2019

I only knew Joe in passing, at FRA Lemoore Branch 261. Wish I had known him better. May God's healing Grace give you all Comfort and Strength in this time of separation.

Our Shipmate has gone from us. He has completed his tour in this world, and transferred to the Staff of the Supreme Commander. No more will we see his smiling face, hear his laugh, share a beverage and a story or three. But by Faith we know we will meet again, when our Final Orders are written. And since he touched our lives, we carry a part of him with us, in our memories, and in our hearts. Bon Voyage, Shipmate Joe. We Remember.

FRA 261 Chaplain Sends.

ALAN BARBOUR

March 28, 2019

We will all miss you, friend. Our best to Paula and the entire family. I flew with Joe in Vietnam with VMO-2 and then had the privilege of having him serve our first drink on our first date at The Salty Dog. Requiescat in pace, Marine

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Patricia Duncan

March 28, 2019

We'll miss you at the beach at Thanksgiving, but we're sure we'll see you again at the galaxy bar.

Jeanne Harrison

March 28, 2019

I am so sorry to hear of Joe's passing...Such a wonderful guy with a zest for life. I don't think Joe ever had a bad day. My thoughts are with Paula and the family.

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