Joseph was born in Vancouver, B.C. and passed away at St. James Cottage Hospice. Survived by his sister Caterina Kaerne, brothers Santo and Sam Spitale, niece and nephew Melissa and Mike Kaerne and niece Kristina Spitale. Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 10:00 a.m. on Monday June 14th at St. Francis of Assisi Catholic Church, 2025 Napier Street, Vancouver, B.C. Special thank-you to all the nurses that cared for Joseph throughout his life. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Michael Cuccione Pediatric Oncology Laboratory. Entombment Ocean View South Mausoleum, Burnaby, B.C. Condolences may be offered to the family at www.bellburnaby.com.
