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Joseph Patrick Day Jr.
1938 - 2012
Joseph Patrick Day Jr.
1938 - 2012
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BORN
1938
DIED
2012
Joseph Day Obituary
He was born February 7, 1938 in Brewer, Maine and attended John Bapst High School in Bangor, Maine. Upon his graduation he served in The US Army and The Merchant Marines, during which time he was injured and honorably discharged. He then worked for the United States postal Service for several years until he retired. He has been living in the Washington DC area for over 40 years.
He loved God, his country and his family, especially his grandchildren of which he talked about constantly. He quietly showed us how to love unconditionally, never counting the cost. He was compassionate, loving and kind hearted. He always put others needs ahead of his own and never complained of his pain even to death. He is loved and missed by all that knew him.
The family requests that donations be made in Joe's name to the Veterans Hospital or Veterans programs. More information is available at the following web site: http://www.dvs.virginia.gov/donations.shtml. Please feel free to share stories with the family and make sure to sign the guest book so we know you were here.
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Eric Knuble
October 24, 2012
My Uncle Joe...
Great guy.. I have many fond memories of summers in Trenton w/ him and my cousins... He always seemed to be busy yet always had time for us kids, his family & friends. Later on - driving lessons, summer jobs in high school and college, a laugh... You could count on Uncle Joe if you needed him. He was a kind man w a quiet way... My mother loved him dearly. I'm really glad that his grand children had the opportunity to know him and he, them. He enriched the lives of many. We will all miss you, Uncle Joe.
Linda Martin
October 22, 2012
Very sorry to hear about Joe passing. Mom & Dad always enjoyed their visits with him.
Ethel Hazelton & Daughter Linda
Bob & Debbie Williams
October 22, 2012
Our hearts go out to Joe's family at this time and in the days ahead. Joe was a good man and it was obvious that he loved his family very much . We hope that happy memories will bring you all comfort as you grieve the loss of your loved one.
Patrick: We understand how difficult it is to lose a father and we want to express to you our deepest sympathies for your loss. Joe must have been a great Dad and he taught you well because you are a great Dad. He was proud of you and we hope that knowing that brings you comfort during this most difficult time.
Rachel (Smith) Gerald
October 22, 2012
All my love to the entire family. I met him only a couple times while he was in Maine visiting his family years ago. A good man.
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October 21, 2012
Joe was SO devoted to his family, his parents, always, his brothers and sisters, always. He was always ready to help a friend. A fallen tree branch? He would show up with his chain saw (God, that was scary). Something would break down? He would show up with a bunch of tools to fix it. Not the right tool? He would come back the next day with another tool. He had lots and lots of tools. He liked to fix things. Old cars especially, he liked to give the old clunkers another chance. He endured a lot of pain throughout his life but he never sat around feeling sorry for himself, nor harbored anger. He kept going. But I am angry, I must admit; he still had a lot of living to do; he was strong and tough and so brave; angry because the disease won.
My deepest sympathy to all the members of his family.
Bob loving Florida
Bob Cushing
October 20, 2012
It is so sad Joe was only 3 years younger then I but I know he had & lived a good life,My prayers are with him.
October 20, 2012
Joe was a childhood friend who lived next door to my grandmother's restaurant....Laura's Lunch. He will be missed.
Peter Pooler
October 20, 2012
Dennis =So sorry to hear about Joe .Please accept my condolences.
John Lynch
October 19, 2012
Uncle Joe was a wonderful person - he cared for everyone that knew him, and he never seemed to forget anyone. He will be missed, but always remembered.
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