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Joseph Abela May 15, 1933 - November 23, 2021

Joe, a loving husband, father, brother, uncle, grandfather and great-grandfather, passed away peacefully in his sleep on November 23, 2021 at age 88.

 

He will be remembered, cherished and forever loved by his children, Michael, Janice and Pauline, his siblings Lawrence, Tony and Rose, his many nieces & nephews as well as his grandchildren and great-grandchildren, who are all so blessed to have so many beautiful memories of him.

 

For many, many years Joe was an avid amateur ham radio operator, active within the Dryden community and area. A hobby photographer and computer tech “aka” hacker, many of us benefited from Joe’s talents. While our hearts are broken with grief, we take comfort in knowing that he has joined our beloved mom, Gay, who passed away just a few short months ago. Their wedding anniversary date of November 24th seems somehow very serendipitous.

Visitation will take place on Monday, November 29th, 2021 at 11 a.m. until time of service at the Dryden Community Funeral Home.

 

A Funeral Service will be held in memory of Joe on Monday, November 29th, 2021 at 1:00 p.m. at the Dryden Community Funeral Home with Pastor Velma Henderson officiating.

 

Interment will follow in the Dryden Cemetery.

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    Minna Aitken says
    November 26, 2021 at 11:01 pm

    When Bobbi and I travelled to Denmark together, it was a major event for us so she brought a camera. She told me that Joe had taught her how to use it and she often mentioned Joe and the tips he had given her. I don’t recall the quality of her photos but I remember how often she referred to Joe’s photography tips and his kindness in helping her cope with the camera.
    We are holding all of Joe Abela’s family in our hearts

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    Hans W. Schaedel says
    November 27, 2021 at 8:49 pm

    Joe was my best friend, I could stay at his home, he helped me with computer and some other nice things. Also his wife was a very nice person. After I moved to Richmond Hill I met him twice on my trip to the Red Lake area.

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    Marilyn Hammer says
    November 28, 2021 at 5:07 pm

    So sorry for your loss. Hugs and prayers to you all. Such a tough year for the whole family. ❤️??

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    sarah says
    November 29, 2021 at 3:08 pm

    Sending healing prayers and all our love and deepest condolences to the whole family. Uncle Joe is what my siblings and i would always call him. Even though not related by blood he was always popping in for coffee and to chat with my baba. I remember the smiles on both their faces when he would visits and many laughs. Uncle joe would always install the coolest games (floppy disks lol) like mavis becan which helped me become an amazing typer in my career. You will be deeply missed and thought about often so many great memories. Until we meet again uncle joe so glad you and Gay are together and for your anniversary. Love Sayed Abdel-karim, Janet, Justin,Jihan,Sarah and Nadia

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    Mike Franchuk says
    November 29, 2021 at 7:54 pm

    Very sorry for your loss. Joe and I worked together for many years, including two months in China. He was always an optimistic and exuberant person. Hugs and prayers to all the family.

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    mark says
    November 29, 2021 at 9:19 pm

    Sorry for your loss i remember meeting your dad through my grandpa along time ago they both worked at mnr he would always stop and talk whenever i saw him

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Donations can be made to the Amateur Radio Society in his honour by contacting Dave Wessel at (807) 223-4561 or through the Dryden Community Funeral Home, 249 Grand Trunk Avenue, Dryden, ON P8N 2X3

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