Joseph Golemi Jr.

Joe shared 59 wonderful years of marriage with his beloved wife, Cynthia Hubert Golemi. Together, they built a life centered on love, family, and unwavering devotion to one another.

A proud United States Navy veteran, Joe served aboard the USS Haynsworth and USS Lexington. He was a graduate of East Jefferson High School, Class of 1965, a proud Warrior, and the founder and first president of the EJHS Alumni Association.

Joe built a successful career in the industrial gas and cryogenics industries as the owner of Gas Technology Consultants (GTC) and Southern Cryotech, where he spent countless hours building his businesses alongside dear friends and colleagues, Leonard Zeringue and Barbara Allen. Throughout his career, he generously volunteered his time to the American Welding Society (AWS), believing in the importance of giving back to the industry and mentoring welders throughout their professional journeys.

Known for his quick wit, unwavering loyalty, generosity, and strong work ethic, Joe was a devoted husband, father, grandfather, and great-grandfather. Affectionately known as "Pop" or "Poppa Joe" to his children and grandchildren, he was his family's biggest supporter, always ready with a joke, a word of wisdom, or a helping hand. Above all, Joe treasured his family and the time spent with those he loved.

Joe is survived by his beloved wife, Cindy; his son, Robert Joseph Golemi (Mary); his daughter, Laurie Golemi Norman (Kevin Kernion); his grandchildren, Victoria "Tori" Golemi Bohnenstiehl (Jordan), Rileigh Olivia Norman, and Hunter Tyler Roberts and his great-grandchildren, Eloise Josephine Golemi Bohnenstiehl and Beck Thomas Golemi Bohnenstiehl; and his brothers-in-law, Gary Hubert (Debbie) and Guy Hubert (Melissa). He also leaves behind many cherished cousins, nieces, nephews, extended family members, and dear friends.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Joseph Golemi Sr. and Rita Campise Golemi, and his brother, Joseph "Jay" Melvin Golemi.

A celebration of Joe's life will be held at Leitz-Eagan Funeral Home, 4747 Veterans Memorial Blvd., Metairie, Louisiana, on Monday, November 23, 2026. Visitation will begin at 1:00 p.m., followed by the service and military honors at 3:00 p.m.

Fair winds and following seas, Pop.