Joseph James Purcell

Joseph James “Uncle Joe” Purcell, age 70, of Secaucus, New Jersey passed away on Saturday, October 12, 2024. "Uncle Joe" was born to the late Joseph J. Sr. and Dorothy (Fahey) Purcell in Manhattan and lived most of his life in Jersey City before moving here to town around 24 years ago. He was a printer by trade and worked for years in the printing industry before choosing to pursue his lifelong passion for cooking. Uncle Joe worked at Natoli's Deli here in Secaucus for over 20 years, gaining many fans for his great soups. He was a lifelong Minnesota Vikings fan, loved a good game of cards, he had a sharp wit, and loved to debate politics with anyone who would engage. He was generous to a fault. He was predeceased by his sister Eileen, and brother Phillip, and is survived by his loving sisters, Kathleen Purcell, and Jean Gaffney, his brother-in-law Bill Gaffney, and his adored nieces Nicole Reiner, Megan Reiner, Jillian Steuber and Noelle Gaffney, Kaitlyn, Samantha, and Erin Purcell. He also leaves behind heartbroken great nephews and nieces Joseph, James and Emily Pepe, and Ava, Jason, and Ella Mendoza, as well as extended family Nef Mendoza and Devon Postel. He will be missed by his kitten Peeps who he spoiled daily, and his many friends.

A memorial visitation for Joseph will be held Wednesday, October 23, 2024 from 4:00 PM to 8:00 PM at Mack Memorial Home, 1245 Paterson Plank Road, Secaucus, NJ070943229, with a celebration of life from 7:00 PM to 8:00 PM.