Joe was born April 18, 1941 in Jacksonville, Florida.
He was a veteran serving with the United States Air Force and retired from IBM in Kingston, New York.
Survivors include his loving partner for 23 years, Lois Schirtzer; 2 sons, Janton and Jamal Shorter; a step-daughter, Amie Campisi; along with numerous loving grandchildren.
Memorial services are planned for 11:00 am Thursday May 20, 2021 at McEwen Funeral Service, 6300 Mallard Creek Road, Charlotte, NC 29262.
Friends may visit with the family immediately following the service at the funeral home.
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