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Joseph McGee Obituary
He could often be found on every form of public transportation traveling around the city by the Bay.
Joe was a lover of art, photography, music, literature and theater. He will be missed by family and friends all over the country.
He leaves behind his father, Joseph Peter McGee Sr., Mother, Kay McGee proceeded Joe in death. His brother Kevin McGee (Sandy), his sisters Colleen Nobil (Jeff) and Karen Mercer (Paul), his five nieces and nephews and a great niece and 2 great nephews, as well as his large extended family.
Donations can be made in his name to the San Francisco Friends of the Urban Forest.
To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
Memories and Condolences
for Joseph McGee
Kevin McGee
September 18, 2024
Damn Joe ten years how did it go by so soon you´re uncle family grew you would love them I hope you´re looking down at them and enjoying them by the way say hey to Smash for me
Devon McGee
September 10, 2021
Hi Jojo!
Hard to believe it´s been seven years since you´ve been gone. Been thinking about you extra today!
I wish you were here to meet my little girls Kayden and Kenlee you sure would love them as you did Taylor and I! They are so special and I´ll be sure to tell them how special you were!
I miss taking SF trips to see you, especially now that I´m closer to SF! I hope your doing great up there and smiling listening to love shack taking Polaroids of us all down here!!
Love you always.
Taylor Lyttle
October 15, 2014
Its hard to believe your really gone, I am going to miss you terribly. You were one of a kind. An amazing uncle indeed. Thank you for alwyas making time for Devon and I, we always looked forward to your visits. I hope you are at peace and living it up with Grandma Kay. I will love you always, and you will never be forgotten. I will make sure to tell Jackson how truely amazing his great uncle was, he would of loved you. Rest in Peace JoJo
Deer Hunter gang / Cleveland '77
Drew
October 14, 2014
Joe, a breath of life and culture during arid MSU days — you introduced me to “Mary Hartman”, Bette Midler, and De Niro (literally). We saw Jaws on opening day, and conquered Hollywood together. It all ended too soon. Be proud McGee family! You nurtured a real original, kind to others and true to himself.
Up on the roof...
Billie Jo Joy
October 13, 2014
I met Joe my freshman year at Michigan State University. My sister, Marcia, spotted him right away. He was the coolest guy in the cafeteria. Joe taught me about beauty. He was a great lover of life and art. He was so smart and knew about all the issues, political and cultural. Joe taught me so much about life. He was a real inspiration to me intellectually. We shared many happy memories at MSU and later in Marblehead, Hollywood, and San Fransisco. Joe was like an uncle to my daughter, Claire. So kind and generous and helpful to her when she moved to SF. The last time I saw Joe was when I was visiting SF this past April. He looked great. Had a new haircut and as always was dressed impeccably. We met at Bi-Rite for ice cream. We had seconds.
October 6, 2014
My mother Anne Mullin was Joe's godmother and Aunt Kay was mine. My mother sends her love to all the McGee family. She loved keeping in touch with Joe at Christmas and will miss the connection to her great friend Kay. Our prayers are with you all
Mary Anne Mullin
Sharon Camhi
September 28, 2014
Joe, I will miss sharing adventures and miss your humor and steadfast friendship.
You will be remembered with much fondness.
Dan Sitarski
September 27, 2014
I have so many fond memories of our years together as kids and young adults. We love you all and, even though distance has separated us for so many years, we remain connected by blood and grieve with you for the loss of our cousin. Love to all xxoo
John Sitarski
September 26, 2014
Having lost a Brother I know the loss your all feeling! Having a large and Loving Family is a Great way to get through this really sad time!
Keith and Michele McElreath
September 25, 2014
My prayers go out to the entire McGee family, so sad to hear about Joe. Had the opportunity to spend time with Joe over the past 30 years, always interesting and kind to me and my family. God Bless
Kevin Mcgee
September 20, 2014
My brother and me were so opposites in so many ways from our physical size to our likes and dislikes. But my senior year in high school joe worked on the movie Dear Hunter he was around more we drank beer together he introduced me to Springsteen bond forever I was a jock he was pollar opposite but he went to my games probably at the time no idea what was going on. But I felt the connection he loved my daughters was a great babysitter to them ! He loved my wife they had a speacial connection . He loved his dad my sisters that's what he was I wish we all knew his pain at the end. I drove his car back to Sacramento today and blasted a box set of Bruce he had in his car my x-mass gift to him last year was sad but good at the same time! My heart is crushed by my brothers loss he was one of a kind THEY BROKE the mold when they made you !!!! Broken heart
John and Zorina Noland
September 19, 2014
We are so sorry for your loss. Your family is in our thoughts and prayers. After hearing stories and reading the posts here, Joe was a great brother, uncle, son and friend. Praying for your comfort during this time.
Marijo (McGee) Tomasetti
September 19, 2014
Uncle Joe, Colleen, Kevin and Karen,
Our thoughts and prayers are with all your families. I have fond memories of our Easters together and Sundays with Nanny. Joey was a special part of our family. May your memories of those special times help you though the sadness.
Love,
Marijo & Lou
& family
Karen Mercer
September 19, 2014
So sorry and sad to have lost you so young. I will love and miss you always. To you I will always be Toots! RIP Joe.
Sandy McGee
September 19, 2014
RIP Joe. I can't believe we are having to say goodbye to you so soon. I hope and pray that you are reunited with your mom now--she has been missed for far too long and I'm sure she is sad for your premature departure from our lives, yet happy to have you by her side once again. From our first meeting, I could feel a family connection to you. I've always felt very fortunate to have gained another brother in my life. I'm so happy to have shared a special relationship with you. You were always so present, caring, and dedicated to your family. I will always cherish all of our adventures and memories. So many great ones!!! You were a perfect brother for Kevin!- as he was to you. You both GOT each other! He truly appreciated your uniqueness, and loved you unconditionally. As stated by your friends, you were extraordinary!! Life wasn't easy for you the past couple of years, and I am sorry for your pain, but we will all remember the strong, involved, fun-loving Joe. You will forever be in our hearts. Love you more than words can express. See you again someday. Sandy
September 18, 2014
Uncle Joe,Colleen, Kevin, Karen,
So sorry to Hear about Joeys' passing..
I remember all those fun summers in New Brunswick...
He was so faithful with cards and postcards .
He just sent us one wishing Ed a speedy recovery.
In our prayers.
Alll our Love Patti & Ed
Party on
Jeff Nobil
September 18, 2014
RIP Joey, my heart goes out to you. Your family is hurting and missing you terribly. I hope you're with Kay and at peace.
Blake Nobil
September 18, 2014
I wish we had more time Uncle Jo Jo. I will always remember the good times and keep.you in my heart always. R.I.P. Uncle Jo Jo.
Pamela and Kevin Stuart
September 18, 2014
So sorry for your loss.
Devon Mcgee
September 18, 2014
I can't believe you are gone forever. I will miss taking Polaroid pictures, searching for striped rocks, listening to Bet Midler "Fever" and Loveshack. You were truly one of a kind and you will be missed endlessly. I love you Uncle Joe!
Dev
The four of us
Colleen Nobil
September 18, 2014
We are so truly sad to be forced to say good-bye much too soon. All your family is feeling your loss - your nieces & nephews have so many memories of "Uncle Joey". Be at peace & say "hi" to Mom. Love, Colleen
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