Waterford - Joseph H. Gregoire, 56, of Waterford died Monday, May 16, 2022. He was born Aug. 23, 1965, the son to Robert A. and Beryl Salm Gregoire.

Joe was a graduate of Montville High School. Joe was a true fisherman. He fished both fresh and salt water, from land, boat, and especially his kayak, and even through the ice. He also enjoyed hiking both locally and in New Hampshire where he had purchased his dream plot of land. Joe was most proud of his three children and was just recently made a proud Grandpa. Joe had the great achievement of remaining clean and sober for the last 17 years and made many friends through the work of his program. Joe was currently working for the town of Groton at Fitch High School as a custodian.

He is survived by his children, Rachel, Rebecca, and Connor Gregoire (Alexis Spinnato); granddaughter Maura June; former wife and friend Susan Gregoire; his partner Deanna Luketich; his siblings, Suzanne Fogg (Stephen Fogg), David Gregoire, Bryan Gregoire and predeceased by Robert Gregoire. He was proudly known as Uncle JoJo to many nieces and nephews.

There will be a memorial service at 1 p.m. Sunday, May 22, 2022, at the Waterford Beach Pavilion, 317 Great Neck Road in Waterford. Memorial contributions may be made in his name to Redcross.org. Please visit the www.neilanfuneralhome.com to sign the online guestbook.

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Published by The Day on May 19, 2022.

Memories and Condolences
for Joseph Gregoire

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15 Entries

Barb

May 13, 2025

Hey neighbor - I think about you often, my friend, wondering what fishing spot you decided on today? I know you are watching closely over everyone and mostly your amazing kids, their successes and your beautiful granddaughters. I miss you very much and miss our occasional phone calls while you were taking a break at work. I hope you hear me when I just shout out Hey Joe! Miss you! and you probably just laugh at me. I was recently looking through old photos and came across a video I took of the scenic drive in NH and when the phone video caught you for a second while you were driving and you adamantly told me to stop because "you don't do that". I chuckled at your reaction and watched it a few times because it was good to see you again. It made me smile. Miss you Joe!

Dan Callaghan

June 2, 2022

Joe..... I have no words to express the loss to the circle of friends we were in throughout our lives. You made so many people smile when you were around them. So many memories we will once share again on the other side! til' then, tight lines my friend....Dan

JULIE CLEARY

May 25, 2022

im so sorry,joe was my friend from home depot ,he was very nice

Susan Menghi

May 23, 2022

I'm so sorry and shocked to read Joe has passed. I used to work with him at Home Depot and afterwards would bump into him around town sometimes. He was one of the funniest people I knew and was always helpful and could cheer you up in no time if you were having a bad day. Last time I saw him was several months ago at Job Lot and he was so excited about being a grandfather! Joe was one of those people you could chat with as if no time had passed regardless of when you last saw him. I'll miss bumping into him and rehashing the "old days" at HD and chatting about our "new lives". Heaven's gain for sure.

Kris Wheeler

May 21, 2022

I am at a loss for words. My heart breaks for all the family and friends -You are irreplaceable but will live with us forever in our hearts. Thanks for all the wonderful memories Joey. I'll always see you smile on that handsome face.... til we meet again I'll hold you in my heart

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Barbara McNeil

May 21, 2022

I am so sorry to have heard of Joe´s passing. He was one of the kindest, friendliest, and most wonderful people I have met. He will genuinely be missed by many people as I am sure he touched many other people´s lives. Rest In Peace, Joe.

Mary and Rocco Tompano

May 21, 2022

May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.

Eric Johnson

May 20, 2022

To all the family my deepest sympathy.

Sam Blac

May 20, 2022

Joe. A man of integrity and a true friend. We worked together for years at the dock. A coworker that I respected and a compassionate and passionate man. Joe always kept it real,an honest man that could be trusted. R.I.P. Joe.

Your friend,

Charles Staub

May 20, 2022

I´ve known Joe for many years and always loved his jovial mannerism. My sincerest condolences to his family. Prayers.

Carolyn Lally

May 20, 2022

To the Gregoire family and Dee,
It was snowing hard that day when Joe trudged the long way around to my door and introduced himself. "I have 4-wheel drive, do you need anything at the store?" he asked. Since then, there have been a thousand kind favors big and small, and a thousand chats with friendly hellos. Joe was never too busy to be considerate and thoughtful. He went out of his way for me many times. One freezing night he left a meeting in Groton to dig my Honda out of a snowbank!
He brought me chicken soup and split pea soup, and lots of fresh caught fish. He brought me Thanksgiving dinner when my dad was in the hospital. Last Thursday he helped me set up my lawn sprinkler, opened a can of paint thinner, and then picked a lovely bouquet of his lilacs for me.
Joe was a helper, a good citizen, a great neighbor, a mentor, and dear friend. He loved all of you so very much, and was so pleased to be a grandpa to Maura. May your good memories of this wonderful guy comfort you.
Carolyn, next door neighbor

Jim Guerin

May 19, 2022

I worked with joe at conn college! He was a good guy! RiP my friend!

Barb

May 19, 2022

It makes my heart ache to think about your family facing this profound loss. You should have had more time here. There must be some mistake! It just breaks my heart that Maura will not get to personally know the awesome Grandpa you were. Maura will have to learn her fishing skills from Conner, but I know you will always be there in spirit.

I am just so thankful I was able to experience a NH trip with you the fall before last. But this unexpected departure really messes up my plan to buy the lot next to you so we could be neighbors again!

I am so proud to have had you as my life-long friend for all these years. I know you treasured our friendship as much as I did! I have so many awesome memories that I will hold on to forever. You were an amazing friend, sibling, Dad, Grandpa, and a great person with a heart of gold! Until I see you on the other side my friend, you will be forever in my heart! Love you Joey!

Sandi Walton

May 19, 2022

My thoughts and prayers for Joe´s family.
I worked with Joe. He was always fun, thoughtful, helpful and hard working. Joe was always ready to jump in and lend a hand or just make us laugh. Joe was easy to talk to. I looked forward to hearing his stories about NH, fishing and his new granddaughter. I will always miss his banter and big voice. He kept our spirits high at work.
Rest my friend and happy fishing.

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