Joseph Harry Cairo

Joseph Harry Cairo obituary, Sterling Heights, MI

Joseph Harry Cairo

Joseph Cairo Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by Wujek-Calcaterra & Sons, Inc. - Shelby Township on Jul. 25, 2025.

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Joseph Harry Cairo, 82, of Washington, Michigan passed away in his home on July 22, 2025. Joseph was a devoted husband, father, and grandfather. He loved his antique cars, being outdoors, and spending time with his friends and family. He will be remembered for his kindness and wisdom. Joseph is survived by his wife, Rosemary, their children, Steven (Dana) Cairo, Robert (Melissa) Cairo, and Renee (Steven) Walgenbach and their grandchildren, Nicholas Cairo, Cameron Cairo, Alexandrea Pruitt, Taylor Pruitt, Cassaundra Walgenbach, Austin Walgenbach, Rose (Randell) Walker, Joseph Walgenbach, and Jackson Walgenbach and their great-grandchildren, Carson, Carlee, and Laelynn. He was preceded in death by his parents, Aldo and Orleta Cairo. Visitation Friday, July 25 from 3-9pm with a 7pm funeral service at Wujek-Calcaterra & Sons, Inc., 54880 Van Dyke (at 25 Mile Rd.), Shelby Township. Interment with military honor Monday, July 28th at 11am at Great Lakes National Cemetery, Holly. Memorial contributions to the Wounded Warrior Project are appreciated. Please share memories with the family at their online guestbook at WujekCalcaterra.com

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July 27, 2025

Roseann Lippard posted to the memorial.

July 25, 2025

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July 25, 2025

Wujek-Calcaterra & Sons, Inc. - Shelby Township posted an obituary.

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Roseann Lippard

July 27, 2025

Dear Rosemary and family, sending our condolences on the loss of Joe.
You are in our thoughts and prayers. So sorry to learn of his passing.
May Gods bless you and your family at this time of sorrow.
Sending love and hugs,
Roseann and Brian

The Wujek-Calcaterra Family

July 25, 2025

May we continue to honor and respect all the lessons we have learned; acting as living symbols of a loving spirit. You are in our prayers.

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54880 Van Dyke, Shelby Township, MI 48316

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July 27, 2025

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July 25, 2025

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July 25, 2025

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