Born in Waterbury, CT, he has been a resident of Vero Beach, FL for the 12 years, formerly of Plantsville, CT.
Joseph was a United States Navy veteran. Prior to retirement, he was a truck driver for New Penn for 35 years in CT. He was a member of the Teamsters Union, a member of the VFW and Car Club in Waterbury, CT.
Survivors include, wife of 49 years, Louise Pelletier, of Vero Beach, FL, sisters, Emma Mezzanotte of Old Orchard Beach, ME, and Teresa Corcorane, of Waterbury, CT, brothers, Larry Pelletier and Robert Pelletier of Southington, CT.
Arrangements are under the care of Aycock Funeral Home, Fort Pierce, FL.