Mr. Joseph R. Hale

November 3, 1955 - August 7, 2021

Mr. Joseph R. Hale, 65, of Cortland passed away on August 7, 2021 at Guthrie Cortland Medical Center. Born November 3, 1955 in Cortland Joe was the son of Robert and Barbara Sears Hale. Joe had recently retired from Cortland Cable Co., and had spent the past several years as the Maintenance Man and caretaker of St. Anthony of Padua Roman Catholic Church. Joe loved his family and family gatherings, he was affectionally referred to as "Big Joey The Grillmaster" He dearly loved his grandchildren, his Kitty; Bella and he also enjoyed Golf. He is survived by his wife; Michelle Passalugo Hale; his father, Robert Hale of Cortland and his children; Gregory (Kylee) Hale of Unadilla and Rachael Croft of Cortland, his grandchildren; Cattaltyna, Isabella, and Matthew and Megan. Joe was preceded in death by his sister; Nan, his mother; Barbara and by his son; Matthew Hale in 2005. in keeping with his wishes there will be no public services as they will be private and at the convenience of family. Contributions in Joe's memory may be made to St. Anthony's Church. Arrangements are under the direction of Riccardi Funeral Home, Cortland, N.Y www.riccardifuneralhome.com