Joseph G. "Joe" O'Connell, 91 of Sun City Center passed away, Saturday, June 9, 2012. A native of Brooklyn, New York he has lived in Sun City Center since 1982 coming from Lynbrook, New York. He was retired from the United States Air Force and worked for US Customs at JFK airport for 18 years. During World War II Joe piloted a B-24 with the 8th Air Force. He was a member of Prince of Peace Catholic Church. He loved ballroom dancing which he and his wife Anita taught for many years. He is survived by Anita his wife of 64 years, One son John and his wife Charlene, Three daughters, Elizabeth O'Connell and her husband Walter Donnelly, Colleen O'Connell-Ill and her husband Fred and Laurie O'Connell. He also has two grandchildren Kelsey Ill and Jordan Ill. A memorial service will be scheduled at a later date. Arrangements under the direction of Stowers Funeral Home Brandon, Florida.