Joseph worked as a Fur Dresser in New York. He and his family moved to Milton in Jefferson Township in 1969.
He later became a Township Councilman in 1971 and was a councilman for 22 years. Joseph was active in several organizations, Republican Club, Knight of Columbus, Scouting and the Pony League.
He loved fishing, bowling and cooking but most of all spending time with family especially the holidays.
Joseph is survived by his wife of 61 years Arline B. (Swain), his five children: Thomas of Milton; Jean Lowe (Michael) of North Port, FL; Arline (Butch) Wojy of Brodheadsville, PA; Josephine Florio of Bridgewater, NJ; Joseph, Jr. (Jennifer) of Andover, NJ. 8 Grandchildren: John and Brian Lowe; Thomas, Stacey and Adam Wojy; Daniel, William and Julia Florio. Also survived by sister Marie Rallo of Auora, Ohio.
Joseph is predeceased by his sisters; Jean, Frances, Diana and Josephine.
A Memorial Mass will be held on Saturday, July 20, 10am at St. Thomas the Apostle RC Church, 5635 Berkshire Valley Road, Oak Ridge, NJ 07438.
In lieu of flowers contributions may be made in his memory to:
Milton First Aid, First Responders of Jefferson Township
45 Milton Road
Oak, Ridge, NJ 07438
Arrangements are under the care of Goble Funeral Home, 22 Main Street, Sparta, NJ 07871
