John Jerome " Papa Joe" age 88 of Grand Rapids went peacefully to be with his Lord and Savior on Wednesday, April 17, 2013 following an extended illness. He was born on July 2nd, 1924, the beloved son of John and Mary. A longtime parishioner of St. Isidore's Parish, he enjoyed working in his gardens, fishing, small game hunting, and dancing. He was coach and umpire of North-East little league. He received the Normandy Medal of the Jubilee of Liberty, purple heart, a bronze star and numerous...
John Jerome " Papa Joe" age 88 of Grand Rapids went peacefully to be with his Lord and Savior on Wednesday, April 17, 2013 following an extended illness. He was born on July 2nd, 1924, the beloved son of John and Mary. A longtime parishioner of St. Isidore's Parish, he enjoyed working in his gardens, fishing, small game hunting, and dancing. He was coach and umpire of North-East little league. He received the Normandy Medal of the Jubilee of Liberty, purple heart, a bronze star and numerous...