Joseph Richard Longo Sr.

Joseph R. Longo, Sr. of Los Molinos who was born on August 20, 1928 in San Francisco passed away peacefully at home surrounded by family on May 12, 2012. He is survived by Thelma, his wife of 62 years; son Joseph R. Longo Jr. "Rick" (Kathy), grandchildren Laura Asher (Ryan), Julie Longo and Mike Longo of Brooklyn, MI; daughter Susan Brower (David), grandchildren Matthew and Eric Brower of Red Bluff, CA; son Robert Longo "Bud" (Helen), grandchildren Scott, Gregory and Brian Longo of Concord, CA; son Vincent Longo (Cathy), grandchildren Anthony and Nicholas Longo of Brookings, OR.

He was pre-deceased by his father, mother and two sisters.

Joe grew up in Rodeo, California. He was veteran of WWII and Korea. He worked for Tehama County Assessor's Office for 7 years and then worked for Cal Trans Construction for 33 years until his retirement. He was member of SIRS, an avid golfer, and a lifelong fan of the SF Giants and 49ers. He enjoyed traveling across country to visit his kids and grandkids and support their various sports and other interests.

At the deceased request no services will be held. He will be interred at the Northern California Veterans Memorial Cemetery in Igo, CA.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made in Joe's name to St. Elizabeth Hospice, 1425 Vista Way, Red Bluff, CA 96080. (http://www.supportmercynorth.org/index.htm)