Joseph John Kohn

Joseph John Kohn Joseph John Kohn was born June 24, 1945 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania and died on December 31, 2008 in Austin, Texas. Joe is survived by one brother, Jack Kohn of New Jersey, three sisters, Betty Johnson of LaGrange, Texas, Mary Gainor of New Jersey and Annamarie Richman of Georgia, two step-children David Green of Ballston Lake, New York and Cynthia Henderson of Ithaca, New York. He is preceded in death by his wife, Mary Green. Joe was a self-employed contractor with a remodeling business in Smithville and Austin. He became the "contractor of choice" at The Oasis Restaurant and for the last 26 years he has left his mark on The Oasis' trademark decks. Joe was a skilled craftsman, who took pride in his work. He was friendly and engaging and always had a kind smile for everyone. A memorial service will be held at 10:00 a.m. on Thursday, January 8, 2009 in the Palm Court on the third floor of The Oasis.