Joseph Alfred Hedges Sr. passed away on Tuesday, August 20, 2019 at the age of 80. He was the beloved husband of Geraldine Trafficano Hedges for over 55 years. Father of Joseph Hedges Jr. (Sandra) of Cypress, Texas, and Renee Blum of Long Beach, Mississippi. Grandfather of Amanda Meissner (David) of Cypress, Texas, Ross Hedges of Cypress, Texas, and Justin Blum of Long Beach, Mississippi. Great grandfather of Mila Meissner. Son of the late Harry Hedges Sr. and Mildred Hedges. Brother of Harry "Sonny" Hedges Jr. (Kay) and Linda Spaulding, as well as the late Marge Nelson. He is also survived by a host of nieces, nephews, other relatives, and friends.
He was born in Anderson, Indiana, and a long time resident of South Louisiana. He was a Coast Guard Chief Radioman when he retired after 20 years service, which included service in Vietnam. He owned his own company which provided supplies for the oil service industry. He was a proud member of the American Legion and the USCG CW Operators Association.
A Funeral Mass will be celebrated in the Chapel of Westside Leitz-Eagan Funeral Home, 5101 Westbank Expressway, on Tuesday, August 27, 2019 at 11:00 AM. Visitation will begin on Monday night from 6:00 PM until 9:00 PM, and continue on Tuesday from 8:30 AM until 11:00 AM. Interment will follow in Westlawn Cemetery. Express condolences at www.westsideleitzeagan.com.
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