At the age 85, a son to the late Peter and Katherine Wawro.

Beloved husband of the late Irene (nee Zmuda) Wawro.

Devoted father of Cynthia (Jeffrey) Hewitt, Catherine Wawro and Peter (Kelly) Wawro.

Loving grandfather of Jillian Hewitt, Steven Hewitt, Courtney (JC) Little, Sean Waldowski, Candace Nguyen and Chris Raine.

Great grandfather of Michael Little, James Little and Shyann Little;

Dearest brother of Henry (Fran Szczesniak and the late Theresa) Wawro.

Dearest Brother-in-law of Theresa (late Ralph) Zaehringer, Patricia (late Richard) Bishop, Joseph (late Velma) Zmuda and the late Loretta Griffith.

Also survived by nieces and nephews.

Relatives and friends are invited to gather for a Celebration of Joseph's Life at the Pietszak Funeral Home, 2400 William (near Harlem) Friday from 6-8 PM where a funeral service will be held at 7:30 PM where Fr. Lou Klein will be officiating.