Joe grew up with his siblings in Brooklyn, NY and joined the Marines, serving heroically in the Vietnam War. Upon his return to the US, he moved to Nashville, TN to pursue a music career. He met his wife, Daphne and moved his family to Jacksonville in 1977, where he built a house painting business that served the community for over 30 years. Known as “Joe the Painter” to many, he was a proud entrepreneur that never punched a time clock.
His most proud legacy will be his three children; Angel, Daniel, and Michael, ten grandchildren; Alex, Gabi, Jedi, Mahayle, Logan, Lana, Kal-El, Remy, Dean, and Waylon, and one great-grandchild; Neal. He is additionally survived by his three sisters; Elsie, Gloria and Lisa and two brothers; Dino and Bien.
Hardage-Giddens Chapel Hills Funeral Home is proud to serve the family.