Obituary of Joseph Witherow
WITHEROW: Joseph John -
A resident of Windsor (Formerly of Chatham), Joseph John Witherow passed away unexpectedly on Tuesday the fourth of July at the age of 52.
Born in Ottawa, Joseph was the son of Joseph and Agnes Witherow of Chatham.
Joseph leaves behind his loving wife Jean Witherow (Druer) and their three beautiful daughters: Lauren, Kera and Maurene and son Joseph and furry friend Luna. He is also survived by his twin brother James (Jim) Witherow and his wife Verna and their children Caulan and Caitie. He will be dearly missed by many aunts, uncles and cousins from Northern Ireland, and many family, friends and Zehrs co-workers.
Joseph had a big heart, as well as an unique and amazing personality that touched many lives. He enjoyed attending AC/DC concerts, watching Arnold Schwarzenegger movies, as well as watching his favourtie sports teams; the Montreal Canadiens, Windsor Spitfires, Oakland Raiders, and Detroit Tigers games. He also was a member of the Royal Canadian Legion #642. He enjoyed teaching his children ALL the song lyrics of the greatest rock band ever...AC/DC , singing the Star Spangled Banner, all forms of politics, and American history whether they wanted listen to or not.
A Celebration of Life will be held for Joseph at McKinlay Funeral Home, 459 St. Clair Street, Chatham at 11:00am on Tuesday, July 11, 2017.
Online condolences may be left at www.mckinlayfuneralhome.com
McKinlay Funeral Home, 459 St. Clair Street, Chatham, 519-351-2040.
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