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Published by Legacy Remembers on Sep. 28, 2019.

VAVRA, JR. JOSEPH A.

Joseph A. Vavra, Jr. ,79, of Port Orange, Florida, peacefully passed away and surrounded by family on September, 22, 2019. Best known for his signature everyday fashion, Joe always would have on a crazy colorful shirt to match his personality. Not ever wanting to use his cane, he would swing it around and dance with it. We can never forget his RED Native brand shoes. He was so proud of his garden, watching the Pittsburgh Steelers, taking his vette to car shows and browsing flea markets. Chocolate and ice cream were his favorites. Joe was born and raised in Braddock Hills, PA, to the late Joseph F. and Irene (Vojtko) Vavra, Sr. He graduated from Scott High, North Braddock, PA in 1959, then served in the army. Years later he moved to Markle, PA, where he took pride in wearing his cowboy hat and chopping wood. Joe was a member of the Markle volunteer fire department and of the Freemasonary Lodge. Joe is survived by his daughter Amy (Jim) Kaminski of Lewis Center, OH; granddaughter Ella Jo (15); sister Betty Jane Walters of Columbus, OH; brother Richard (Nancy) Vavra of Paris,TN; along with several nieces and nephews.

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Ann Bogardus

September 28, 2019

Wilma Tamburino

September 28, 2019

Joe was so blessed to have Jan for 17 years, the love shared is one that will never be forgotten, rest in peace Joe you will be missed

Ann Bogardus

September 28, 2019

I will always remember Joe and Jan, his life partner of 17 years,
going on cruises. They were such a great couple, trully enjoyed life. Joe will be missed by all.

Carolyn Williams

September 27, 2019

I am so sorry in your loss Jan. You and Joe were such a lovely couple. May God wrap his arms around you and give you comfort in your loss.

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Peggy Harper

September 27, 2019

My condolences go out to Janice and the Vavra family in this time of great loss and sorrow.
Jan, I hope you take comfort in the knowledge that He loved you dearly and you brought great joy to his life over the many years you were together. He will live on forever in all of your hearts and precious memories.