Joseph R. "Joe" Bianco

I worked for Joe as a freelance writer when he was editor of Northwest Magazine. He'd assign me stories and I'd suggest ideas to him as well. I was pleased whenever he selected my articles to be the cover stories. I enjoyed Joe's humor and feistiness. At times he reminded me of a character out of Damon Runyon. His friends Sadie and Al Feves, I learned years later, were close friends of my parents. What a rich, full life he had. What achievements!

Joe was a friend and mentor. He helped me launch a career in photography and has been friend over the years. His passing is a loss to me and Oregon.

Joe was a long time one of a kind friend, never to be forgotten. I'm sure his strong faith in our Lord is being rewarded. John and Gladys Wolff

Condolences to Joe's family. Martha, please call me about a piece of Yvonne's that I want to give you. (503.228.0809)

Our hearts are saddened by your loss and our thoughts and prayers are with your family. May your precious memories of your time together help with the pain. May God comfort your hearts and give you peace. 2 Thessalonians 2:16-17

My condolences to you and your family! He left a tremendous legacy. He truly accomplished his dreams and then some! You should be very proud.

Joe was a good friend to my father and all of our families. His storytelling and his joy for life and his family and friends will be forever in my good memories about him.

This is a nice tribute to Joe. My condolences to his family. Kathy Nokes

I am so sorry to hear of Joe's passing. He was a wonderful sweet character and I'm so glad I knew him. I worked with him for 10 years doing special projects at the Oregonian, he introduced me to my husband, and he was a good neighbor. He touched many lives.

We, at Catholic Charities, were saddened to hear of the passing of Mr. Bianco, but are honored that you have chosen Catholic Charities as a benefactor in his memory.
Your father was a faithful friend of Catholic Charities. May perpetual light shine upon him, and may God bless your family during this difficult time.

What a wonderful tribute to an amazing man. Though I am a former Oregonian journalist, I never worked with your father. But I sure wish I had! Peace and comfort to you all.

I am deeply sorry for the loss of your loved one. May family and friends love and support each other during this trying time.

I first met Joe in 1992 at Holy Rosary in Portland. Joe was at The Oregonian, and I worked for The Columbian. We chatted about newspapers, of course. He also was organizing an art exhibition of Seattle-area artist James Martin's work at Mount Angel Abbey and invited us to visit. We did. We fell for Martin's work and bought a painting. Also, one of my sons gave me "My Dear Italian Mother's Peasant Recipes" one year for my birthday, long before I met Joe.