Joseph Scanlon Obituary

Scanlon, Joseph F. May 27, 1928 to January 3, 2004
Born May 27, 1928 in Akron, Ohio. Grew up on the East side of Cleveland, Ohio. Spent boyhood summers in the hills of Western Pennsylvania at Meyersdale, PA. Enlisted at 16 years of age in the United States Navy in 1944. Discharged in 1945. Reenlisted in the United States Marine Corps in 1946 and served with the VMF-461, MAG11-2 MAW and Headquarters Squadron, 1 MAW. Graduated from Cathedral Latin High School. Married wife Evelyn on May 28, 1949 and lived in Euclid, Ohio. Served one and half years on Bratenahl, Ohio Police Department and three and half years on Cleveland Police Department. Moved to Anaheim in 1956 joining the Los Angeles Police Department where he served twenty-five years until retiring in 1982. During his service with the Los Angeles Police Department he worked many natural disasters and the Watts Riots of 1965. Although he worked many different assignments and divisions his last twelve years with the department he was a Detective assigned to the Detective Headquarters Division. He was active in Irish-American affairs, Past Division President, County Board President and State Chairman for the Freedom For All Ireland of the Ancient Order of Hibernians. He was the original building fund Chairman for Saint Pius Church, Buena Park and a member of Saint Justin Martyr Church, Anaheim. He was an avid fisherman, loved Irish and Cleveland style Solvenian Polka music. He was member of the USS Boxer Veterans Association and he attended many reunions across the country with his family. He was also a member of the following organizations: Orange Post 132 of the American Legion. Eastside Irish-American Club, Euclid, Ohio, Southern California Browns Bakers Association and Southern California Alumnus of Cathedral Latin High School, Ohio and the Orange County Chapter of the First Marine Division Association. He is survived by his daughter Patricia Colleen Justus, Anaheim and sons, Timothy, Garden Grove and Kevin, Somoma County and four grandchildren Ian, Hugh, Erin and Casey. Services will be Thursday, January 8, 2004 at 3:00 P.M. at Forest Lawn Cypress.

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Published by Los Angeles Times on Jan. 7, 2004.

Memories and Condolences
for Joseph Scanlon

13 Entries

Roger Mayer

January 15, 2004

Patty,

Losing a loved one is always difficult. I know you and your dad had a very special bond that you will always treasure. He and you could joke, call each other names, laugh and share tears. Those are memories that you will forever charish. My prayers to you, Tim, Kevin, and all of your family.

Debbie (Riley) Johnson

January 15, 2004

Patty,

You, your brothers and family are all in our prayers. Your father was an improtant part of your lives and I know that he will be greatly missed by all.

May you find a little comfort in knowing that many people are holding you all in their hearts and in prayer.

Love ya, Debbie & Ken

Larry Doherty

January 14, 2004

I had the opportunity to meet Joe Scanlon when he came to Sonoma County to be apart of Kevin’s promotion to sergeant. Kevin, who has chosen the same career path as his father, obviously made his father very proud. Joe was one stand up guy and it is reflected in his son. There was definitely a mutual admiration there. I know that I will never forget his smile.

My sympathies to the family for their loss. Joe Scanlon will be missed but never forgotten.

The Dohertys.

Randy Johnson

January 14, 2004

I'll never forget hearing Joe's stories and sharing a drink at Kevin's. Condolences to all Joe's family.

Mary Justus

January 14, 2004

The world will have one less smile, one less laugh, and one less caring humanitarian without you Joe. It will never be the same. My memories span many years. Being Papa Joe to my children, being a great neighbor and friend. Everyday was a new and fun experience with you in it. We shared so many experiences camping, everyday was TGIF in the front yard, the Verona St. fishing, drinking, and BS association, and who will ever forget "Blue Biyou", the tape the kids made that played over and over all the way to your many destinations. My joy is full knowing you are with Evie and the Lord. Say hello for me.

Thank you for giving of yourself. Your life here will be missed, and I look forward to seeing you again.

Hugs,

Your friend and neighbor,

Mary

Chad Melendez

January 8, 2004

Joe was always good for a barrel full of laughs. When I was in high school Joe invited me on to the USS Boxer which he served on. That was an experience I will never forget. You are missed by all.

Chad

Jennie Speakman

January 8, 2004

I will always remember the fun times growing up next door to Joe. Disneyland,where he bought my Brother & I every kind of junk food made, the 4th of July campsite, & listening to all of his great stories while hanging out in the front yard! We love & miss you Papa Joe!

Jack and Margie Collins

January 8, 2004

We wish to express our sincere sympathy and to pray that God will help you through this sad time.

Bobby Cryns

January 8, 2004

A great man with a wonderful family, who touched many lives, of which I am fortunate to have been one.

May God bless this family.

Anne Chambers

January 7, 2004

Joe touched me deeply with his wonderful humor. He was a Browns fan to the end! We will miss ya, Joe.

Ron Bates

January 7, 2004

I remember Joe from Rampart

Dean Weingarten

January 7, 2004

We will miss you Joe. I was looking forward to your visit this Spring and our trip to the Indian Casino where we could relive our old Rampart days...Rest in Peace.

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