Conesus Lake: Joe passed away in the warmth of his home with his family on Friday, November 9th, 2012 at age 81. He grew up in the “19th Ward” of Rochester, NY, attended Aquinas Institute and spent most of his adult life on Conesus Lake. Joe was a beloved member of the St. Matthew Church and community. As an avid skier Joe was a member of the Rochester Ski Club. He was a true sports fan and was a well respected plumbing contractor. He danced through life with a smile on his face, making everyone he touched happier with his humor, and better for having known him. Like the sentiment from the movie “Its a Wonderful Life”, Joe died a wealthy man because he was so well loved.
Joe is survived by Marcia, his wife of 35 years, her children Kerry (Jack) Stich, Michael Jones, Tim (Molly) Jones, daughters Mary (Tim) Jones, Donna (Chuck) Graham, Ann (Ed) Millet and son Joseph (Wendy) Rausch; sister-in-law Elli McEvoy, 18 grandchildren, 5 great grandchildren, and many nieces, nephews and dear friends.
Family and friends may call Tuesday Nov. 13, 2012 from 3-7pm at the Kevin W. Dougherty Funeral Home, Inc., 21 Big Tree St., Rte 20A, Livonia. His funeral mass will be held Wednesday Nov. 14th at 11:00 am at St. Matthew Church, 6591 Richmond Mills Rd., Rte 20A Livonia. Fr. John Hayes will be the celebrant. Contributions in his memory may be made to St. Matthew Church, PO Box 77, Livonia, NY 14487. To send a condolence and for further information please visit:
www.doughertyfuneralhomes.com
One of the nicest person I’ve ever known. Always had that smile going, good stories and a interest in everyone. He’ll be truly missed. God Bless to the family.
The angels must be smiling now as we all did when we were with Joe. Our deep sympathy, Marcia, to you ad all the family.
He was a great person to work with.He will be missed.
Our condolences to Mrs. Rausch and her family. We are sure Mr. Rausch will be missed by many.
Our sincerest sympathy, Joe, Wendy, Jessica, Jennifer, and Joe, at the loss of your father and grandfather. We wish there were words to lighten your grief. Much love from Uncle Bob and Aunt Rose Mary