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Joseph Figo Obituary
Age 85
Of Portage
Passed away on May 23, 2010. Joe was born on December 4, 1924 in Kassia Abay, Czechoslovakia to John and Pearl Fijo, coming to the United States in 1929 and growing up in Coraopolis, PA. Joe was a Veteran having served in the US Army during WWII. On January 24, 1952 Joe was united in marriage to Edith (Smith) Figo, who survives. Joe had been a resident of Kalamazoo since 1968 and was employed with General Motors from 1968 until
retirement in 1993. Joe was preceded in death by his
parents and two sisters. In
addition to Edith, also surviving are three daughters, Joni (Wilson) Cheney of Kalamazoo, Joyce (Bill) Wendorf of Portage, Jeanne (Bret) Comar of Richland; a son, Joseph Figo of Round Rock, TX; and six grandchildren, Brandon Wendorf, Kendall and Kara Cheney and Avery, Isabella and Michael Comar. Joe was an avid reader with a love
of history, especially WWII.
He enjoyed spending time at Lake Michigan and on the Florida Beaches and also enjoyed long car rides, taking in all of the sights and leaving us with memories that will last a life time. Visitation will be held on Wednesday, May 26, 2010 from 6 to 8 PM at:
REDMOND
Funeral Home
4100 S. Westnedge, 343-6156
Funeral Services will be
held at 2:00 PM on Thursday, May 27, 2010 at the chapel
in Mt. Ever-Rest Memorial Park. Pastor Jim Dyke officiating. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Tendercare of Portage or Hospice Care of S.W. Michigan.
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May 27, 2010
Edie and famiy, Know our thoughts and prayers our with you.
Gary and Pam Sheldon
May 26, 2010
Our thoughts are with you during this difficult time. We are so sorry for your loss. Love Terry and Jann
Terah Farness
May 26, 2010
Joni and family, our family extends our deepest sympathies for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you this week.
Karen (Griffioen) Valacak
May 26, 2010
To the whole family - my deepest sympathy! Your family always has held such a warm place in my heart - afterall - I spent alot of time in your home during our "growing up years"! My thoughts and prayers will be with you and pray your memories of your husband/dad/grandfather will help get you thru!
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Liz Hirsh
May 25, 2010
Sorry for your loss Edie, my thoughts and prayers are with you.
Warren Miller
May 25, 2010
Great memories of working with Joe at GM Kalamazoo. He was a very loyal guy with a high sense of integrity - as well as a sophisticated sense of humor. My deepest sympathy to his family.
Shirliann Lewandowski
May 25, 2010
Even though it has been over 30 years Edie, I still remember those days of Portage Women's Club and the great events. My heart goes out to you and your family for your loss of Joe. God bless you all and may you have peace.
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