On Friday, November 26, 2021, Joe passed away at the QEH, surrounded by his family who he adored more than anything in this world. Born on February 3, 1943, Joe was raised in Sydney Mines. He married his loving wife Jean in 1965 and together they raised their three children, Scott, Nicole and Robert, in their hometown. After his retirement from Marine Atlantic, he and Jean moved to PEI to be closer to their family. His family will always remember him as a man who loved to take care of others and help out anyone who had a project that needed to be done. His greatest accomplishment in life was raising a family who loved him dearly.

Joe enjoyed all sports, especially hockey, and was an avid Montreal Canadiens fan. For many years he spent his early mornings at the golf course and was proud to achieve a hole in one at the age of 76. Joe enjoyed spending his winters in Florida where he made many close friends.

Joe is survived by his wife, Jean (Bradley); daughter Nicole (John) Whitty; son Rob (Sherri) and daughter-in-law Kim. He was a proud Papa to Marc, Ryan, Laura, Emma, Cullen and Maggie and Great-Papa to Emmett. He was preceded in death by his son Scott; his birth mother, Edith Crowdis; and his parents, Evelyn and Hugh Young.

Resting at MacLean Funeral Home Swan Chapel. There will be no visiting hours by personal request. The funeral will be held at West River United Church on Saturday, December 4 (by invitation only.) Online streaming of the service will be available via West River United Church at 10:00 a.m. No flowers by family request. If so desired, memorials may be made to West River United Church or the Canadian Cancer Society. Online condolences may be made at www.macleanfh.com