April 22, 1940 – July 24, 2018
Passed away suddenly on Tuesday July 24, 2018 in his 79th year at home with his loving partner at his side. Beloved partner and best friend of Leita St Germain for 42 years. Loving father of Kim, Joseph, Keith, Christine, Brian (Alana), Peggy (Randy), Michael, Clint, Kathy (Andrew) and Ashley (Dustin). Cherished Grandpa / Pappy of Daphne, Bryan, Joseph, James, Jason, Robin, Philip, Joshua, David, Robyn, Matthew, Camilla, Claire, Joseph, James, Jordan, Jonathan, Randy Jr, Erin, Meranda, Ryan, Hope, Alexandra, Atasha, Megan, Lara, Dexter, Corbin and several great grandchildren. Fond brother in law and uncle to many. Born the middle children to Elmer and Edna in Dartmouth Nova Scotia he was adored by his sisters Marion and Edna. Joe spent much of his work life driving transport where he made many, many friends along the way. A celebration of life is set to take place on Saturday July 28, 2018 at the Iron Bridge Lions Club Hall from 10am – 2pm. Donations to the Diabetes Association or the Heart and Stroke are gratefully accepted. Arrangements entrusted to Beggs Funeral Home, Thessalon, Ontario.