Broadalbin, NY ' Joseph William Meuse III, passed away Thursday, July 6, 2023, at Saratoga Hospital. Born in Medford, MA on December 24, 1945, he was the son of the late Cynthia P. Koch and Joseph William Meuse Jr. He was married to his wife Linda for 57 years, and they were longtime residents of Saratoga Springs. Joe was a graduate of Cheshire Academy High School, CT and went on to earn a Bachelor's of Science in Mechanical Engineering from the University of Connecticut. Upon graduation, he went to work for the General Electric Company, where he remained for 35 years, culminating in supervising the construction of hydro electrical nuclear power plants around the world, including Wales, England and Saudi Arabia. Joe grew up on Cape Cod and became an avid sailor and a decorated swimmer. He coached little league baseball for 10 years, and enjoyed officiating pop warner, high school and some college football games. He was a longtime member of the Elks Club, and after retirement, volunteered at the Saratoga Automobile Museum for many years with his wife Linda. Most of all, however, Joe was a mentor and teacher to many, never forgetting his own humble beginnings, he was able to connect and inspire across generations. His compassion for others, selflessness, and sense of humor were constants in his life. He is survived by his wife Linda and their four boys, Joseph William IV, Eric Raymond, Mark Anthony, and Brendan Scott; as well as his brother Dustin and sister Suzanne. He also leaves behind 12 grandchildren and was pre-deceased by his beloved dog, Rusty Nail. The family would like to extend a special thanks to the staff at Saratoga Hospital for their kind, sympathetic and professional care. Relatives and friends are invited to call from 12-2pm, Saturday, July 15, 2023 at the William J. Burke & Sons/Bussing & Cunniff Funeral Homes, 628 North Broadway, Saratoga Springs, NY 12866 (518-584-5373). There will be a reception to follow immediately at Mama Mia's Italian Restaurant, 185 Ballston Ave, Saratoga Springs, NY 12866.Online remembrances may be made at www.burkefuneralhome.com https://www.lastingmemories.com/joseph-w-meuse-iii

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Published by The Saratogian from Jul. 7 to Jul. 9, 2023.

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Brian Northrop

July 1, 2024

I certainly have a remembrance of Joe, not just today on the anniversary of his passing, but, my remembrance is one that is forever, for my memories are etched and will be with me until my dying day. For Joe and I did not share an ongoing communication, as life’s journey takes us in different directions. But seeing he had passed when I tried to reach out was an awakening for me, maybe it should be for others, reach out to those you have such fond memories of throughout your life, just say hello, it will do both hearts a world of good.
God Bless Joe on this day
Brian Northrop

Brian Northrop

March 3, 2024

I was very saddened just now after trying to locate Joe, only to find out of his passing. My deepest profound sympathies to his wife their children and all those that knew and loved him understanding their loss. He was one of the very best gentleman I knew growing up, had many great memories. And Joe left each of us a treasure, those individual personal memories.
God Bless

Dana Martin-Schang

July 20, 2023

I just found out about Joes passing, Joe was my godfather (Linda is my godmother) They have been the most wonderful godparents, I just spoke to Joe last year. I am so sorry for your family's loss and will send all my love to Linda and the family. We spend many summers together as families (Martin Family)

Roger and Elizabeth Feuerstein

July 15, 2023

Dear Linda, I was really saddened to hear about Joe’s passing. Both of you were so supportive to me and my children after my divorce in the ‘80s. I had just started my stint in GE International with Tom McKone and wasn’t sure how my life would work out. You guys made me feel that the world would go on.and that things would get better. They did ! We never got to buy the place on the Lake near you guys, but I suppose that was not to be. The important thing is to be good parents to your kids , something I subconsciously learned by watching from afar. As are yours, my children, Kim and Alec, are self confident and successful adults now. Their children are brilliant and self-confident. They have grown from the little 6 and 10 year old children of divorce to the people we are proud of. It is not easy, this life, but thanks for the good example an inspiration.

Roger Feuerstein. (and wife of 33 years, Elizabeth)

Dominick & Emily Damiano

July 15, 2023

What a remarkable guy, will surely be missed. Our deepest condolences to the Meuse family.

Chris Longley

July 14, 2023

Meuse Family, so many great memories growing up across the street from the Meuse's on Trottingham. From trying to roll my tongue when ready to wrestle like Mr. Meuse and all the boys, to him buying my first pair of skis (wooden) and teaching me how to ski at Alpine Mtn, many sleepovers with Brendan, and the many many days and nights at the camp on Sacandaga and trips to get ice cream or to the I-Go-Inn. Mr. Meuse was always laughing and smiling, and coming up with things for us boys to do to stay out of trouble. Mr. and Mrs. Meuse always made me feel like part of the family. Mr. Meuse always had great stories to tell and remembered and told them for many years. He will be sorely missed but always remembered for the life he led and how he lived it. So many images from my childhood with him in them. Thoughts and prayers to Mrs. Meuse, Joe, Eric, Mark, Brendan, and the entire Meuse family from the Colorado Longley's.

Dave abd Kay Longley

July 14, 2023

The Meuse and Longley families go back a long time - more than 50 years - when as young parents we moved across the street from one another in Geyser Crest. Our combined 6 children grew up together and roamed and ruled our section of Trottingham Road. When Geyser Road school opened our two families had a child in each grade: from Chris in 1st to Joey in 6th. The kids had a fun childhood from swimming in the Meuse pool to playing wiffle ball and Ghosts in the graveyard in our backyard.
Some random great memories from that time:
- Christmas Eve retrieving and assembling "Santa's" toys
- Barefoot runs around the house for card game losers (mostly Dave and Linda as Joe & I usually won :))
- Babysitting exchanges
- Vacationing together at the Connecticut Shore or Sacandaga
- Joe taking all the kids at Halloween for trick & treating (the kids for candy, Joe for beers)
We will miss Joe's wonderful sense of humor, his stocism in the face of chronic and ongoing health issues and especially his generosity and support for his family, friends and those in need of help.

Makeissah Robinson

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Dave and Kay Longley

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Joseph R Pitoniak

July 13, 2023

Linda, I am sorry to hear about Joe's passing. Some of my best childhood memories were at your camp - tubing on Joe's motorboat, swimming on your beach and sitting by your camp fire.
Joe Pitoniak Jr.

Jim Gannon

July 13, 2023

I worked with Joe during the Chesterfield 7 and 8 projects. Joe was a remarkable man. He was kind, generous, decent, honest, responsible, strong and steadfast, patient, uncomplaining, everything a man would want to be.

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Nene Jones

July 12, 2023

Dearest Meuse family,
There are no words to describe such a wonderful man as Joe. Having known him as a teenager in MEGANSETT he was the rockstar. To this day I can envision that infectious smile and those beautiful big white teeth. Having read his beautifully written obituary I knew that he would make the most of his life and it proved he did. Linda and boys I am so sorry for your loss.
To this day I consider Dustin my best friend and will be for life. I get to see Sue on occasions and I remember how much Joe adored her when she was a little girl.
Everyone who had the pleasure to know Joe Meuse has lost a hero..he will be forever missed.
With sympathy,
NENE

Wendy Sitterly

July 12, 2023

So very sorry to hear of Joe´s passing. He was a great person.

BJ Knapp

July 11, 2023

Dear Mr. Meuse, It seems like only yesterday you were on the little league field teaching us how to run, catch, and hit a baseball. Those early lessons were more than just the mechanics of baseball. They left an indelible impression on how to be a good person and friend. As you move on to your next journey, rest assured your legacy that has touched so many lives will live on in the Knapp family's hearts. With love and sadness, BJ Knapp

Danielle & Family

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Bob and Madelaine Pecci Pecci

July 10, 2023

We are truly sorry to hear of Joe’s passing our prayers are with you.

Arif Kadir

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Eric Kittelsen

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Eric Kittelsen

July 10, 2023

I was privileged for 30 years + to have Joe as my Manager, Mentor and Friend! He taught me how to be a successful manager in GE. He would tell me never say “I” always we the team, the power of his “Franklin Planner” and most of all how to work hard but still have fun doing it. We traveled together on countless trips from Virginia Power 7F project in the early nineties when he traveled with his brief case on wheels he called “Rover”. Then to meetings in Saudi Arabia where at the customer meeting he wore the Saudi “Dress” and would walk down the hall holding the hand of the customer plant manager which was normal for the culture then in Saudi Arabia, but for me quite a sight.

I remember when he was in Taiwan he asked me to send him a whiffle ball set because he started teaching and playing whiffle ball with the local kids!

Then who could ever forget Joe’s starring role in the Halloween Zombie land haunted house in Schenectady Hamilton Hill. He volunteered to be the Zombie Santa which no other person have played the role better. My role was to guide the kids out and I would ask them what they liked most and “Hand’s Down” every time they would yell the “Zombie Santa”. With a little pause but then I thought Joe would say go ahead post my Zombie Santa picture :-)

Every dinner we had together was filled with conversation, smiles and of course a “Rusty Nail” drink for Joe. What more can I say he was just a damn “Good Guy”

God Bless you Joe Meuse. My last tribute to you other than countless memories is to have ten tree’s planted in your name.

Joe Pitoniak

July 9, 2023

Linda, our hearts ache for you. His love for you you was enduring and obvious. I have so many great memories of you two.. I'll especially miss Joe's sense of humor. Spending time with Joe on our sailing trips to Newport and Noank are highlights of highlights of my life.