^^^^^^ RET LT JOSEPH WALSH ...Joseph Arthur Walsh, aged 65, was born in New York, New York to the proud parents of Alice and Joseph on December 15, 1953. He was the first of four children.
Joseph attended Catholic School at St. Ann?s, the church in which he was an Altar boy for many years. He graduated High School from Mount Saint Michael Academy. After graduation, he attended St. John?s University and received an associate degree.
He and Rosemary Walsh (maiden name: Baiocco) were married on August 1, 1982. Three children came from their union, Kelly, Kim, and Joseph.
Joseph served the FDNY with Ladder 32 Engine 62 on Gunhill Road in Bronx, NY. He retired from the department after nearly 30 years of service. He was among the first responders during the tragic event on September 11, 2001.
He enjoyed spending time with his family and dogs, fishing, cooking, and sports. He was warm and quiet with a heart made of gold.
Joe touched many lives and will be missed. He is survived by: his loving wife, Rosie; three children, son-in-law, Jeffrey, and one grandchild on the way; his mother, Alice; a sister and two brothers, Patricia, Thomas, and William, and a host of nieces and nephews, cousins, relatives and friends.
IN LIEU OF FLOWERS Please send Memorial Donations in Joseph's name to
FDNY FIRE FAMILY TRANSPORT FOUNDATION, Ltd
P.O. BOX 340949
BROOKLYN, NEW YORK 11234
