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Joseph McCabe Obituary
Born in Pawtucket, he was the son of the late Michael and Mary (Regan) McCabe. During his lifetime his accomplishments included Army veteran, Bryant College graduate, member of Ireland's 32 Society, founding member of Pawtucket St. Patrick's Day Parade committee and a member of the Elks. He worked for Amtrak for over 30 years, retiring as a train director in 1997. Besides his wife, Joe is survived by his loving children, Cynthia McCabe-Holmes, Cristina Offenberg, Cathleen Cordeiro, and Michael McCabe. Joe was the proud grandfather of nine grandchildren and was the brother of the late Frank McCabe and Maureen Mahan.
The funeral will be held Wednesday, Dec. 7, 2016, at 9 a.m. from the Costigan-O'Neill Funeral Home, 220 Cottage St., Pawtucket, followed by a Mass of Christian Burial at 10 a.m. in Saint Mary's Church, 103 Pine St., Pawtucket. Burial with military honors will be in Mount Saint Mary's Cemetery, Pawtucket. Relatives and friends are invited. Visiting hours Tuesday from 4 to 7 p.m. in the Costigan-O'Neill Funeral Home. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Salvation Army, 386 Broad St., Providence, RI 02907. www.oneillfuneralhomes.com
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Bernard /Barbara Kiernan
November 28, 2020
We still miss his bright smile but his memory will last forever
December 14, 2016
Carol, I was so sorry to hear of Joe's passing. I was away and only heard of it today the 14th. My heartfelt sympathies to you and your family.
Love,
Rita George
Ann Brady
December 11, 2016
Carol and Family,
We are so sorry about Joe! Our hearts are heavy for you! He was a terrific person with a big heart! I was proud to be his cousin and my parents adored him! What a great picture! All of our blessings and prayers to you all.
Love,
Ann, Tara and Shane Brady
Richard Dreyer
December 9, 2016
McCabe Family;
So sorry for your loss.
I knew Joe while I was working at Amtrak.Joe had a great deal of railroad savvy.
As an Operator/ Levermen he was one of the last at Attleboro Tower.
Lots of good humor. Great guy!
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December 9, 2016
Wife and Family,
So sorry to hear of Joe's passing. Joe an I worked at Attleboro tower together for many years. He was a great guy. I will always remember him in my thoughts and prayers.
Bob Chaput
Liz Rosenthal
December 8, 2016
Cris--Thinking about you at this difficult time. Heartfelt sympathy to you and your family.
December 7, 2016
Carol and Family,
Very sorry to hear of the loss of your husband and father.
Joe's passing brings to mind some of our interesting and fun days
while working on the old New Haven railroad. Joe's interesting conversation helped to make the time go by on our night shifts.
He is in my thoughts and prayers at this time.
John Hogan
Chip Hoyas
December 6, 2016
Pawtucket is a better place because of Joe McCabe and his wonderful Irish heritage. In your honor Joe, the pipes are playing Oh Danny Boy as they welcome you home.
Brenda Walker
December 6, 2016
In loving memory of a wonderful person. We are so sorry to learn this news about Joe. Patricia Sullivan Gill from Smith Hill & North Providence
Tom Murray
December 6, 2016
RIP Uncle joe, MY condolences to your family.
December 6, 2016
I am so sorry for the loss of your loved one. Please find peace and comfort in Psalms 119:76.
December 6, 2016
I am so sorry for the loss of your loved one. Please find peace and comfort in Psalms 119:76.
December 5, 2016
CAROL, SO SORRY TO HEAR ABOUT THE LOST OF YOUR HUSBAND JOSEPH, CAROL AND I SEND OUR CONDOLENCE MAY HE REST IN PEACE. WALTER TREMBLEY LAKE WORTH FL 33467
Catherine
December 5, 2016
My sincere condolences to the family of Joseph. Psalms 29:11 tells us that God will strenghten us and He will for sure comfort you in this difficult time.
Dave Moore
December 5, 2016
MY SINCERE CONDOLENCES TO YOU, CAROL, AND YOUR ENTIRE FAMILY FOR THE SAD LOSS OF YOUR LOVED ONE. MY THOUGHTS AND PRAYERS ARE WITH ALL OF YOU. MAY HE REST IN PEACE.
December 5, 2016
To All The McCabes,
Your part of a wonderful family. Your Dad was one of my favorites.Cherish all the fun memories we have, and it will always bring a smile just as he always did. He will be sadly missed.
Lori & Curt
Annette & George Breault
December 5, 2016
So sorry Carol & Family for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult time.
bernard Kiernan
December 5, 2016
Carol and family we are so shock an sadden with the news of Joe and your loss
May the light of the Lord shine on you and your family in your hour of sadness
Brian &Barbara Kiernan
Boiling Springs SC
Sheila and Colleen with Joe as Grand Marshal
December 5, 2016
Dear Carol, Cyndy, Cris, Cathleen, Michael and Family,
I was so saddened by the news of Joe passing and began to think of the time we were fortunate to spend together. Whenever I would see him around at the family and/or local Irish events, he always made me feel "on top of the world" and proud to be a member of the McCabe clan. I will miss the fun loving stories he shared with me about my dad living with their family when he first came to the U.S.. And the many more that followed over the years as they left their youth behind and became proud young men building their careers and starting families of their own. Carol, I loved the way he would call you his bride with that twinkle in his eye and he always spoke of his children and grandchildren with such admiration. We have lost one of the great ones and our hearts will be on the mend for quite some time, but we will carry on with the wonderful memories Joe has left us with.
Love and sincerest sympathy to you all,
Sheila McCabe Chase
Pat Dionne
December 5, 2016
Dear Carol and Family,
So very sorry for your loss. I am hoping all the wonderful family memories will sustain you in the years to come.
Take care.
December 5, 2016
Dear Carol and Family.
The many good memories we have of Joe will not be forgotten. He enjoyed talking about the years gone bye. It was always a pleasure to talk with him and reminisce about the good times we all had.
Joe was one of the guys from the corner.
Bob and Virginia
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