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Joseph Fazio
Joseph “Joe” Michael Fazio, 74, passed away peacefully, on Sunday, October 29, 2023, at Good Samaritan Society and then on into the arms of Jesus. He will be inurned with military honors on Tuesday, November 7, 2023, at 11:00 a.m. at the Iowa Veterans Cemetery in Van Meter, Iowa. A Celebration of Life luncheon will follow close by, at the American Legion Hall, 910 Main Street in Van Meter, with Pastor Brian Stanley officiating.
Joe was born July 27, 1949, at Mercy Hospital in Des Moines, Iowa to Joseph and Mary (Nichols) Fazio. He graduated from Dowling High School in 1967 and attended Area 11 College. On June 30, 1967, he enlisted in the United States Air Force and ultimately served as an Admin Specialist in Cameron Bay Vietnam. After he completed his duty in the Air Force, he was employed at and eventually retired from Titan Tire. Joe was an avid Kansas City Chiefs fan and enjoyed his cats as well as playing pool, golfing, and playing the guitar. He also enjoyed gardening, grilling and sitting by the fire at his fireplace and fire ring. Joe was passionate about charity with his contributions to the Wounded Warrior Project, ASPCA, and St. Jude.
Joe is survived by his daughter, Tracey Marie Fazio, and son, Joseph (Tina) Fazio Jr., both of Des Moines; five grandchildren, Ian, Nolan, Hannah, Brittney, and Whittney; two great-grandchildren, Asher and Chloe; and his siblings, Nancy (Ron), Jim, Mary (Ken), Terri (Doug) and Michelle; as well as a host of nieces and nephews.
He was preceded in death by his parents, Joseph and Mary, and his former wife, Pammy Job.
Memorial contributions may be directed to the Wounded Warrior Project, www.woundedwarriorproject.org, ASPCA, www.aspca.org, or St. Jude, www.stjude.org.
Condolences may be expressed at www.HamiltonsFuneralHome.com. https://www.hamiltonsfuneralhome.com/obituaries/JosephFazio#obituary
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Rich Braune
Good guy...RIP, Joe.
Larry Carmody
Joe was such a great guy. we were friends at dowling and we both separatly joined the Air Force In 1967.
To my great surprize, I was walking the the commissary on either Lowry AFB or Lacklang AFB (they were both training bases so I can't remember which) and up walks Joe and greets me. Joe had joined a little earlier than I and he was so upbeat and positive that it really lifted my spirits. I was just a bit down and questioning my decision to join and Joe was just the elixir I needed, We talked for a long time and parted company and did not see each other again until the 20th class of 67 runion. There he was; the same upbeat guy kind of holding court with a small group, we hung together for a good part of the night.
It was my good fortune to have know Joe.
God be with you, Joe
Patrick (Larry) Carmody
Michael Nehring
As Rich Braine and Carmody said he was one of the good ones. We weren't all that close, but I considered him a friend. I helped him out a time or two when I was with DMPD.
There were approximately 30 folks at his service and celebration of life to support the family. I didn't see anybody from class of 67. As our numbers continue to diminish we should strive, if able, to attend services of our classmates to support their families.
Joseph Kelly
Joe, was a very friendly and kind classmate. My condolances to the family and friends. Joe Kelly, Scottsdale Az
Greg Ortale
Joe was a good guy who served his country and was loved by his family. RIP friend.