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Joseph Tasker Obituary
Died peacefully in his home in Tucson, AZ, surrounded by family. He is survived by his wife Connie; children Joe and Kate; son-in-law Seth; and granddaughter Sylvia.
Originally from Tulsa, OK, he made his home and career in Washington, DC. Starting off as a law clerk for the Watergate Committee, he spent most of his half-century legal career navigating the intersection of emerging computing technology and international trade law.
His curiosity was not limited to the law. He shared his many diverse interests in the joys and beauty of life with those around him, especially cuisine, music, science fiction, and politics.
Joe will be remembered as a generous, deeply intellectual gentleman who delighted in sharing the profound or absurd with a misty-eyed laugh.
Funeral Mass will be held on February 24, 2025 at 10:30 a.m. at Holy Trinity Roman Catholic Church's Chapel of St. Ignatius.
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Lucy McKinney
March 2, 2025
Dear Connie, you may not remember me. I only just found this. I was Joe's legal secretary at Bishop Cook. Joe taught me so much about law and questioning the world; he was brilliant, generous with his time and mentorship, and brought out the intellectual in me at a time when I was not sure how to be both female and express myself as an intellectual, rather than as just the secretary. He was the best boss I have ever had, and I considered him a friend and tried to stay in touch from time to time. I always enjoyed speaking with you. My deepest condolences to you and your family. Lucy
Thomas Applin
February 20, 2025
Connie, Joe, and Kate.....
I am so sorry to hear of Joe's passing. I hope to see you at H.T. on Monday.
Tom
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