Grace, Joseph Pierce of Syosset, N.Y. on October 5, 2017. Joe was a U.S. Marine Corp. Veteran for 4 years during WW II serving in the Asiatic Pacific area rising to the rank of Sergeant. Beloved husband of Gloria (nee Helmerson). Loving father of Gloria, Joseph, Patrick and Michael. Cherished grandfather of Patrick Hunter. Reposing at the Beney Funeral Home, 79 Berry Hill Road, Syosset. Visiting Monday 2-4 & 7-9 PM. Funeral Mass Tuesday 9:30 AM at St. Dominic's Chapel, 93 Anstice Street, Oyster Bay, N.Y. Interment to follow at Holy Sepulchre Cemetery, Coram, N.Y.