Joe will be deeply missed by his adoring and devoted wife of 58 years, Maureen; his loving sons, Steve and Gord; and their spouses, Brandwyn and Stacey. Joe leaves an amazing legacy to his 5 adoring grandchildren: Nicholas, Kai, Samantha, Calta, and Leith. Joe also leaves behind his loving sister, Doreen Sandberg; his Brother-in-Law, Ross Tickner; and the many family members whose love he cherished.
Throughout his amazing 87 years, Joe influenced everyone he touched in a positive, yet humble way and will be missed by his many close friends. Born to pioneers of Burnaby, Joe and Edna (nee Armitage), Joe was raised and spent most of his life working in, living in, and contributing in the Burnaby community.
Initially working as a driver for Morton Clarke, Joe then apprenticed and worked as an auto mechanic before taking a job as an installer with BC Tel. Joe’s work ethic and persistence turned into a successful 35 year career with BC Tel.
Joe treasured his friends. He was an avid skier and built many lifelong friendships through the ski community and the early days of the Mt. Seymour Ski Club. Joe was also naturally musical and his love of music was obvious during the many memorable banjo nights with dear friends.
Joe’s devotion to his family, and love of the outdoors, led him to create the water access family cabin on Loon Lake. Built mostly with hand tools and along with Maureen, they built an amazing retreat where countless cherished memories were created for family and friends alike.
In lieu of flowers, the family would be thankful for any donations to be made to the Parkinson's Society of BC.
A celebration of life will be held on December 13th, 2019 at the Old Orchard Hall (646 Bentley Road, Port Moody, BC) from 1:00 to 4:00 pm.
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