Iley M. Joseph Sr.

1948 - 2021

Iley M. Joseph, Sr., age 73, departed this earthly life on Thursday, September 2, 2021. He was born on April 10, 1948 to the union of Iley McGee, Jr. and Ida (Pee-Wee) Martin, in Independence, La. He was preceded in death by: his father, Iley McGee Jr, his mother Ida Martin, grandparents, Christine "MaMa" and Virgil Allen, Sister Alicese Clark, Brothers, Johnny Joseph, Stanley Bond, and Charles McGee. He was a lifelong resident of New Orleans, La, and a graduate of Abramson High School. Iley loved the Lord, his church, and his family. He was a faithful member of Franklin Avenue Baptist Church where he served on the Usher Ministry until his health declined. He was a proud father and grandfather. His two sons and grandchildren were a source of special pride and joy for him. Iley married Barbara Norkin Joseph on April 10, 1976. He then married Joycelyn Glover Joseph on February 13, 1988. He began his career in auto parts sales with Dependable Auto Parts. Iley was well known in the auto parts industry. He worked for several auto parts stores throughout the New Orleans area. It was there he met and influenced many people; some of which have become lifelong friends. He was passionate about his gift and ability to serve wherever he could. He leaves to cherish his memories two sons, Iley M. (Tiffani) Joseph II, South Carolina and Isaiah Micah Joseph, New Orleans, La. Grandchildren: Jadege, Aniya, Arden, and Iley M. Joseph III. Siblings: Robert McGee, Luberta (Tommy Lee) Brown, Ada Harrell, Brenda McGee, Percy McGee, Elbert McGee, Kenny Ray McGee, Catherine "June" McGee, and Gayle Richardson. Sister- in- laws, Mary Joseph, Sylvia (Edgar) Davis, Shelia Glover, Brenda G (Arthur) Lindsey III; a host of nieces, nephews, and other relatives and friends. A Celebration Service honoring the life and legacy of Iley M. Joseph, Sr. will be held at Franklin Avenue Baptist Church, 8282 I-10 Service Rd., New Orleans, LA. on Thursday, September 23, 2021 at 10:00am. Visitation is at 9:00 am. Please sign online guestbook at www.richardsonfuneralhomeofjefferson.com. Interment: Providence Memorial Park, 8200 Airline Dr., Metairie, LA 70003. Arrangements entrusted to Richardson Funeral Home of Jefferson, 11112 Jefferson Hwy., River Ridge, LA 70123.