Joseph Patrick Townsend Sr.

Joseph Patrick Townsend Sr. obituary, Island Park, NY

Joseph Patrick Townsend Sr.

Joseph Townsend Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by Christopher T. Jordan Funeral Home on May 20, 2024.

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Visitation Thursday May 23, 2:00PM-4:00PM & 7:00PM-9:00PM
Private Cremation
Joseph Patrick Townsend Sr, known affectionately as Joe-Joe, passed away on May 20, 2024, in Valley Stream, NY, at the age of 71. He was born on June 22, 1952, in the Bronx and grew up in Baldwin, NY. Joseph was a loving father survived by his sons Joseph Jr. & Dylan, his daughter Allison (spouse Bill) and grandchildren Katelyn and Billy. He is also survived by his brother Thomas. Joe was preceded in death by his beloved wife Joan and brother Richard. His presence will be dearly missed by all who knew him.
A visitation will be held on Thursday, May 23, 2024, from 2-4 pm and 7-9 pm at the Christopher T Jordan Funeral Home, located at 302 Long Beach Rd, Island Park, NY 11558.
In lieu of flowers, contributions can be made to the American Cancer Society in memory of Joseph P. Townsend Sr.
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