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Joseph Wayne Kiss Jr. was born February 12, 1966 in Toledo, OH, to Brenda (Osborne) Kiss and Joseph Wayne Kiss. He was a graduate of Clay High School in 1984 and attended the University of Toledo where he studied sales and marketing. Joe passed away peacefully in his sleep on July 25, 2018 at 52 years of age.
In those 52 years, he lived a life that others would have taken a lifetime to accomplish. He had many irons in the fire as the owner of Maumee Bay General Store, Joe's Pizza and Kitchen, as well as a Subway franchise. He was also a licensed realtor with Danberry Realty in Oregon and part owner of Bayside Boardwalk. He was serving his third term as a Jerusalem Township trustee. Of the many things he did, the one he enjoyed most was coach and mentor. He took such pride in being called Coach Kiss. He was very active in the Oregon City Schools athletic department and served as the head football coach at Fassett Junior High School. He also enjoyed being the announcer at many football and basketball games. You could always count on Joe; he was always ready to lend a hand whenever needed. Make the call and he made it happen. He will certainly leave a big void in the Oregon community.
Joe loved to enjoy time with his sons hunting and fishing, attending their many sports activities, boating and heading over to the Lake Erie Islands. A special place in his heart was Middle Bass Island, the peaceful little island that captured his heart and where he made many happy memories.
Left to cherish his memory are his wife of 23 years, Jennifer (McCloskey) Kiss and the pride and joy of his life, his three sons, Joseph, Joshua and Jonah. Anyone who knew Joe knew that his sons were his world. He was always there for them, not only as their father, but as their best buddy. Also surviving are his mother, Brenda Fondessy; his sister, Doreen (Douglas) Cousino; nephews, Michael and Christopher Calevro and niece, Carly Calevro; aunts, Annette (Tab) Hager, Karen (Tom) Farrell, and Linda (Marvin) Wilhelm; brothers-in-law, Michael (Nancy) McCloskey, Patrick (Lisa) McCloskey, Kevin (Kathy) McCloskey, Brian (Andrea) McCloskey, sisters-in-law, Jackie and Melissa McCloskey; as well as many nieces and nephews.
He was preceded in death by his father, Joseph W. Kiss; stepfather, Richard Fondessy; grandparents, Bernice and Joseph Kiss, Johnny and Christine Osborne; father-in-law, Gerald McCloskey; mother-in-law, Joan McCloskey; and sister-in-law, Michelle McCloskey.
Family and friends may visit the Freck Funeral Chapel, 1155 S. Wynn Rd. in Oregon on Tuesday, July 31, 2018, from 12-8 p.m. Funeral services will be held in the funeral home on Wednesday at 11 a.m. Burial will follow at Lake Twp. Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions can be made to the Clay High School Athletic Department in memory of Joe.
Rest In Peace Joe. You will be missed by many. Godspeed you on this new journey. Truly our loss but Heavens gain.
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Joel Dauer
July 21, 2019
It's been nearly a year since Joe passed, and I have to say I still miss him very much. He was a great guy and was very friendly whenever I saw him. Whenever we discussed current events, he was always polite and respectful. He was a great public servant for the eastern communities. He always treated people with respect. All of those that knew and loved him very much still miss him today. I miss talking to you and liking my Facebook posts. R.I.P. Joe!
Kathy Vasko-Feher
July 31, 2018
To the family of Joe: Long, long, time ago....I remember babysitting Joey and Doreen. I'm so, so, sorry for your loss. I feel he's getting reacquainted with his Dad and other family members in that beautiful place called Heaven! Praying for comfort for Joe's family.
Ronnie Jones
July 31, 2018
Brenda and Doreen,
I was so sad to hear about Joe's death.
His funny jokes made me laugh during our years at Fassett and Clay High School.
Peace My Friend.
Ronnie Jones
July 31, 2018
Brenda and Doreen,
I was so sad to hear about Joe's death.
His funny jokes made me laugh during our years at Fassett and Clay High School.
Peace My Friend.
Ronnie Jones
July 31, 2018
Brenda & Family. So many good memories with Joe
living on Consaul,fishing, starting first store on Rt 2. the list goes on and on. He will be missed dearly. thoughts and Prayers.
Randall Peace
July 31, 2018
Dear Brenda and family: Sorry to hear of the loss of Joe. May your fond memories give you strength and comfort.
Ed and Margaret Adams
Dianne and John Haaga
July 30, 2018
Dear Brenda, Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family at this sad time. There is no loss greater than the loss of a child.
Ken & René Steingraber
July 29, 2018
Kiss Family,
We were saddened to hear of Joe's passing. We send our sincere condolences and will remember Joe fondly. Our hearts and Prayers are with you.
July 29, 2018
Joe,
My friend, Rest In Peace,
Amos (Mo Mo)
Brenda Kiss-Fondessy
July 29, 2018
Joey we had so much more to do together and many more conversations to have that are now lost. I truly hope you have found peace and are in the loving arms of your Dad. I know you always missed him. I'm sure there are many waiting to welcome you and may you all be glorified in your reunion. Until we meet again know how much I love you and will miss you terribly with every beat of my heart. Love you my Son❤ Mom
Nancy Burket
July 29, 2018
Jennie,
We were so sorry to hear of your loss. Our prayers go out to you and your family. Tim & I will pray the rosary for the repose of his soul and ask God to give you and the boys strength to trust God that your lives, though changed, will remain in His loving hands.
Mary (Mallotto) Hipp
July 29, 2018
Brenda and family,My thoughts and prayers are with you and all of your family during this most heartbreaking time. Joey was a wonderful man and his passing will leave a void in all of your liives and in the community he served. Mary (Mallotto) Hipp
Brad Sutphin
July 29, 2018
Kiss family,
Praying for you in this sad time.
May the Lord be with you.
God bless
James Myrice
July 29, 2018
Joe was a great man that will be missed. I give my condolences to the family at this time. To Joe's Wife Jennifer and the three sons. Joey, Josh, and Jonah. And also Joe's Mother Brenda. I pray for all your family and you will be forever in our hearts. God Bless all of you and family. Rest in peace Joe, till we meet again. Your friend Jim Myrice.
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