Joseph Francis McCormick
April 30, 1925 - June 3, 2013
United States Navy
1940 - 1946
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Margie Jahn Beitlich (Niece) he was a great man- had lots of fun with him as a child- always cared about what you said and listened to you. He will be missed.
Nat McCormick (Grandson) | To the best grandpa a kid could hope for, I will forever carry with me the memories of spending time with you and Grandma as a young child. It was truly magical, and I am so lucky. Thank you for all the care over the years, and for the very special Wisconsin Lakewoods family reunion that you created, which still happens every year, bringing the McCormick family together. With so much love, your grandson Nat.
Bettty McCormick (Daughter) | There is an Irish tradition that when a body dies and goes to heaven we should all celebrate. I find this odd in a lot of ways because there is so much to miss when a body passes. Joe McCormick, Dad, gave us all his example of a simple trusted way to live a clean caring and honest life. As much as I feel sadness I see only pure beauty in all of my dad’s time with us all. The storybook bond between my mom and dad was created with all that is simple and beautiful because of my dad. I told mom that she is so lucky to have such a well made blanket of memories to keep her warm every moment of the rest of her life. Her four children are here with her while she stays warm remembering all the many days of pure peaceful living. The weathered blanket of strong memories will comfort and wipe away those tears of sweet sadness longing for all those yesterdays. Mom and all of us can smile and say what a beautiful life we all shared with Dad.
Orville Severson (Friend) | i send my condolences to the family.
Eilene Peters (Niece) | Whenever I think of my Uncle Joe, I always remember his kind smile and welcoming nature. We have always enjoyed visits with him and Aunt Pat when we were growing up on the farm to now when we visited him down in Florida. He always carried with him a calm, yet strong presence everywhere he went. I will miss him and his quick wit when playing cards or in responding to something Aunt Pat said or did. He was always very proud of all his children and grandchildren and would show us all the latest pictures when we could come to visit. May God Bless him up in heaven with my dad and other siblings who have died as well as his mom and dad. Knowing he is up there with them, makes my heart less heavy and I can smile knowing there is one more angel in heaven watching out for us here. With much love, Eilene Peters
Rosanne (Niece) | As Allan stated so well in an email to Maureen, we truly respected your Dad. We are all better for having known him. I will miss chatting with him when he would call the farm to talk with Dad and I was lucky enough to answer the phone. Those McCormick boys were quiet thinkers, sound in their judgement and deep in their faith. What great roots. They gave us soooo much. Now, I don't know about you kids, but the arthritis that came through that family tree is for the birds, but what does a guy do? Earliest memories are visiting at your house, remembering the trains going by, playing games in the basement and of course playing cards. I think your Mom was probably the point man on that. What fun it was to play and have fun with your family. One of the neatest adventures was looking at a really cool motor home you guys had, maybe 1970ish. Your Dad and family drove it over to the farm and it was parked up by the old chicken coop, once know as the "Silver Mug
Orville Severson (Friend) | i send my condolences to the family.
Kathy McCormick (Niece) | Sending warm thoughts and condolences to Aunt Pat, Betty Jean, Tom, Denny and Maureen. So sorry to hear that Uncle Joe is gone--a great guy, so close to my dad, and so like him. Clearly, they both learned from their parents how to love their children with all their hearts--and never lose to their kids at checkers! Kathy
Daniel McCormick (Nephew) | sorry to here about uncle joes passing.He will be missed.
Joe McCormick (Nephew) | I will remember Uncle Joe most of all for being my Godfather. He set a good example for me with his kind and gentle manner. I shall always remember him in my prayers.
Mike McCormick (Nephew) | Thank you for sharing memories and photos of Joe McCormick. I remember Joe for his firm handshake and big smile, always glad to see you and genuinely interested in others. Joe grew up in a difficult time, but they learned to make the best of circumstances and value faith and family. His integrity, hard work and forward thinking were an inspiration. My sympathy to all experiencing the loss and passing of Joe. His was a life well lived.
Mary Ann McCormick (Niece) | I remember Uncle Joe for being a kind gentle man with a wry Irish wit. Now he's playing checkers with the angels and smiling down on us,hoping to see us someday soon. Thank you God for my Unclr Joe!
Tim McCormick (Nephew) | I've been blessed with the best uncles and cousins.
Mr. Kofi Adjei (Mrs Betty friend) | THANKS BE TO GOD ALMIGHTY. WE SEVER A LIVING GOD AND HE GIVES AND TAKES. MAY HIS GENTLE SOUL REST IN PERFECT PEACE AMEM!
Paul Norman (Friend of Betty) |
My condolences to the family. |