Joseph Anthony Coffee
October 11, 1953 ~ May 24, 2023
Born in:
Pueblo, Colorado
Resided in:
Pueblo, Colorado
Joseph Anthony Coffee, 69, passed away May 24, 2023. He was born on October 11, 1953, to Michael and Sarah (Passanante) Coffee in Pueblo, Colorado.
Joe was preceded in death by his parents, Michael Coffee, and Sarah Passanante Coffee, father in law, Lee Finch, Brothers in Law, William Finch and James Euler, Sister in Law, Lee Ann Euler, nephew Carl J Coffee Jr.
He is survived by his loving wife, Christine, his children, Michael (Christina), Anthony (Stephanie), Daniel, and Angela (Anthony) Coffee Gonzales, ; His mother in law, Bonnie Finch; His grandchildren, JoJo, Jon, and Juliet Coffee; Sara Coffee, and Aubrey and Nicolai Gonzales. His siblings, JoAnn (Ward) Johnson, Carl (Patty) Coffee, Paula Coffee, Jerry (Pat) Coffee, Theresa (Rick) Hocking, and Mary (Todd) Burleson, Sister in Law, Mary (Doug) Gold, and Michael (Joyce) Finch. Also, survived by numerous nieces and nephews.
Joe worked 15 years at Evraz Steel Mill until he retired in 2019. Joe enjoyed his grandchildren, chess, cribbage, the library, and was a member St Joseph Catholic Church, founder of online Elm Street Gang, Sons of Italy, and was a defender of the true history of Christopher Columbus, and a member of the Statue of Columbus Committee at the Mesa Junction, Pueblo.
A Celebration of Life will be held near Joe’s birthday in October.
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A wonderful man who loved his family and friends. He will be missed.
Joe was an amazing man, who treasured his heritage and cared for his family and relatives. As his cousin, I can attest to his loyalty and love for all of his relatives. He will be missed. Big hugs to the entire family.
I had the opportunity to meet Joe in the early to mid 80’s when he and his family would patronize the store where I worked. As so many have said here, the world is missing a genuinely good person. My sincerest condolences to Christine and his children. He was a man of integrity and quality, the world is a lesser place now.
So many great memories of Joe,especially the classes we shared at Central high school.He was very smart and I looked to him for guidance.He had a great sense of humor and I appreciated our daily interaction.what a class act he was and obviously throughout his life. Even though we all go our separate ways and routines change I will remember the good times I had with him. My wife and myself send our condolences.
Prayers to all the family! Joe had a terrible illness and suffered a long time! Joe my friend you will never be forgotten! You were a great guy and friend!
Ty Betty Jean He is at peace now with our Lord. ❤️
Michael and family…..though I did not have the pleasure of knowing your dad, from comments made by others in my circle who knew him, he must have been one awesome husband, father, grandfather and friend. Also, the fact that he was your father, the exemplary life you lead is testament to him. I extend my heartfelt condolences to you and your family.
Thank you Joey for reuniting me with my cousins in Pueblo. Because of you, my grandmother was able to meet her niece Pauline. Because of you Pauline has blessed our lives.
Rest in Peace Joey.
Cousin Ernie Rosato
Harleysville, PA
Giuseppe,my best childhood friend.So many fond and precious memories growing up together on the elm street and Bessemer neighbourhoods.I’m not sure how we made it through our school years at Assumption,Roncalli and Central but I know our friendship definitely helped.You will always hold a special place in my heart and soul.Tell Jack,Tom and your parents high for me.
Joe was such a great person. I know he leaves a large hole in the hearts of many family and friends. Rest In Peace Joe
Words cannot express the sorrow I feel for your family. Joey’s death is a great loss to all who knew him. Know that I am praying for the peace and comfort of the entire family. Joey fought a courageous battle and is now at peace. God Bless all of you during this most difficult journey. God Bless and keep you. May his face shine upon you and give you peace. 😪
So sorry for your loss.Praying for the family.
To the family of JoJo Coffee you were so lucky to have him as a brother I was also very lucky to have JoJo as my dear friend we had a lot of laughs together at the SONS OF ITALY and all the other times that we have know him from his days at C&O WINDOWS to the coffee shops to the steel mill . Joy will be missed by me and also to the multitude of friends that he had through out his short life . God Bless you JoJo Coffee Till we meet again Tell your mom hi from me .
Joe was one of the coolest guys ever, we have lost one of our finest men.Always seemed genuinely happy to see me when we came across each other. RIP dear friend.
Joe was a great guy and I considered him my friend. I will cherish the memories that I have of all the wonderful.
My thoughts and prayers for the family.
Larry Wagner
I truly wish I had met Joe years ago. He was a very good man, always had different ideas just in case a ‘Plan B’ was needed. I never heard Joe say anything derogatory about anyone. I’ll remember our long text conversations before and after his untimely illness.
We’re one good man short today.
Hey, Joe! I know you’re up there watching. Next time I’m about to stumble I know you’ll be there to help steady me! Thanks, Joe,, for just being my friend.
When I first met Joe I was in awe about the knowledge he had about so many different things. Being at the Columbus Day events was very important to Jo Jo. Joe & I attended several SOI meetings & SOI picnics at City Park. We played Bocce ball & did pretty good. He was quite the competitor at it too. I will miss his fiery energy & will really miss the jokester that he was. RIP Jo Jo. I will miss you my friend. It was an honor to have met you sir.
There’s just not enough words that can express the sadness in my heart 💔 Growing up, we as cousins were more like brothers & sisters, that’s how close all of the cousins were. We seemed to be extensions of each other, from one house to the other! A close, loving Italian childhood! The best!!! That is how Joey lived his life and brought up his family! I will miss you my cousin, but you will never be forgotten and we’ll all be together again. Prayers up for Christine, Michael, Angela, Daniel, & Anthony and to the entire Coffee family 🙏 R.I.P. Joe❣️
There’s just not enough words that can express the sadness in my heart 💔 Growing up, we as cousins were more like brothers & sisters, that’s how close all of the cousins were. We seemed to be extensions of each other, from one house to the other! A close, loving Italian childhood! The best!!! That is how Joey lived his life and brought up his family! I will miss you my cousin, but you will never be forgotten and we’ll all be together again. Prayers up for Christine, Michael, Angela, Daniel, & Anthony 🙏 R.I.P. Joe❣️
Growing up it was always fun going over aunt Sarah’s n uncle Mikes, all my cool cousins lived there and the home was always bursting with energy, with great smells from the kitchen. I use to look at Joe and just think how cool he was . I thought he has quite a adventurous life. Loved his elm street gang keeping so many of us in touch. He was always smiling and always had a hug for everyone! Joe will be missed by so many. RIP cousin 🙏❤️
Theresa, I am so sorry about the passing of your brother. Let your fond memories with him bring you through this tough time. Tom & I will keep you and your family in our prayers.
Thanks so much, Elise and Tom!💔🙏
You will be missed!!!!
Love and miss you Joe my Bro. I’ll never forget you ! Till we meet again💔
I worked with Joe at Target Distribution. Such a pleasant man to be around
They say only the good die young. Joe was taken from his beautiful family way to soon. Joe was a good man. My condolences to the Coffee family(wonderful family). You are in my thoughts and prayers during this very difficult time.
Thank you, dearest friend, Janice!💔🙏
Rest in heaven, sweet cousin💔.
My sincere condolences to Joe’s entire family. He was such a genuine caring man and my life was Blessed to have known him.
Thanks, Jodi.💔🙏
We will miss my brother, Joe. It’s hard to believe he is gone. He fought hard for nine months. You aren’t suffering anymore, and you are pain-free.
Rest in Peace, Joe. We miss you so much. I will love you always, I will love you forever, my brother you will be.💔
Love Your Sis,
“T”
Our cousin Joey was such a good man. He was one of the kindest people I have ever known. I have never heard him say, or heard of him saying, an unkind word about anyone. Well, maybe about the people who tried to take down the Monument of Christopher Columbus in Pueblo! Joey was very loyal to our Italian heritage and he was willing to fight for his beliefs.
He was well loved by everyone who knew him. I think the pictures at the bottom of his obituary are a testament to him being a happy man with a life well lived.
He will be missed. The world has lost another good guy.
Joe was a great man always there to listen and to laugh and give Guidance he will be lost by so many
Michael,
Our words fail to express our deep sorrow for your great loss. Our love goes out to you and your family during this very difficult time.
Curtis & Sandy Osborne
Our deepest sympathy goes to Joe’s wife and children and to my cousins, JoAnn, Carl, Paula, Theresa, Jerry, Mary and all their families. Although I have been in Virginia for 50 years, I have tried to follow the lives of my Colorado family. We grew up as a very close family and I love all of you. Rest in peace my cousin, Joey! There’s no more pain. You are now where we all hope to be together again. God’s blessing to all! 💔💔💔
Michael and family, my sincere condolences for your loss. I know it’s very difficult and I’m here if I can help!
Rest in Peace My brother! Joe was also a proud member of Southern Colorado Italians. He is also survived by numerous cousins and dear friends. You loved everyone Joe He had a huge heart and our family will miss him dearly.
I worked with Joe out a the mill, such a great guy! I will miss you Joe! Rest in Peace buddy!
Joe and I worked together many many years ago at Sears, Joe Coffee was my friend, the world has lost one of the good guys.