John Wilkinson "Johnny" Joseph
September 12, 1957 ~ January 19, 2017
John Wilkinson “Johnny” Joseph, 59, of Washington, DC passed away on January 19, 2017 in Callaway, Md. Born September 12, 1957 in Leonardtown, MD, he was the son of John and Phyllis Wilkinson Joseph of Hollywood, Md.
Johnny is survived by his parents, his siblings Mike Joseph of Suffolk, Va, Joe Joseph (Beth) of Hollywood, Md, Beth Walton (Doug) of Fairfax Station, Va, and Margie Gateau (Steve) of Lusby, Md, and his nieces and nephews Suzanne Garrison (Dustin), Alex and Anika Garrison, Joe Joe and Carlee Joseph, Joe, Katherine, and Anthony Walton, and Michelle and Amy Gateau, all who dearly loved their Uncle Johnny and his sense of humor.
Johnny is well known for bringing joy and laughter to everyone’s lives right up until his passing. He graduated from Chopticon High School in 1975. He worked as General Manager for George W. Cochran for 27 years, and for Starbucks for the past 8 years.
The family will receive friends on Wednesday, January 25, 2017 from 5:00 pm to 8:00 pm with prayers recited at 7:00 at the Mattingly-Gardiner Funeral Home, Leonardtown, Md. A funeral mass will be celebrated on Thursday, January 26 at 11:00 at St. John’s Church in Hollywood, Md. A private graveside service will be held on Saturday, January 28, 2017.
Pallbearers will be will be Joe Walton, Joe Joe Joseph, Anthony Walton, Doug Walton, Steve Gateau, and Dustin Garrison. Honorary Pall Bearers will be Beth Cooper-Joseph, Suzanne Garrision, Katherine Walton, Carlee Joseph, Michelle Gateau, and Amy Gateau.
In lieu of flowers the family requests memorial contributions to be made to Hospice House of St. Mary’s, P.O. Box 625 Leonardtown, MD 20650.
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So sorry to hear of Johnny’s passing. Thoughts and prayers are with the Joseph family.
We were deeply saddened to hear of the loss of Johnny. Our thoughts and prayers are with your family. Please find comfort in remembering the smiles, memories, and the special moments, which you can hold close to your heart forever.
With deepest sympathy,
Dear Phyllis and Family,
Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
All our love,
The Elliott Family
Phyllis and family, I am saddened to hear of Johnny’s passing. May he rest peace. Please know that you all are and will continue to be in my thoughts and prayers. God bless you all.
Dear John, Phyllis and Family
Our most sincere condolences on your great loss. We know he is in a better place with no more suffering, but it doesn’t ease your pain. May God give him eternal rest and you the family peace and fond memories of better times. God Bless.
Sincerely
Wayne and Joan
Beth and Margie,
I’m so sorry to hear about Johnny. I’m thinking of you both and all of your family. Walt
Phyllis,Johnny and the entire Joseph family,
We are so saddened to hear of Johnny’s passing. Hold tight your wonderful memories of his contagious sense of humor, as will we. I know he will be truly missed by all of you. We’re thinking of you and praying for your comfort during these difficult days. Hugs to all of you! ~Bruce & Liz Walter
Though I had not seen Johnny for many years, we had spent a great many times together. I always remember him having a wicked sense of humor and a delightful presence. It’s these things that stayed with me for the many years that we didn’t see each other and that will remain for me whenever I think of him. I’m saddened to know that he is no longer here but happy to have been a friend to him for those years. I hope his family will slowly come to remember only the good things and happy memories he brought.
Phyllis, John, Mike, Joe, Beth and Margie,
Although I know that words are inadequate to help ease your pain right now, please know that others share in your grief and are praying for peace and comfort for your family. I know all your fond memories will one day bring sunshine back to your lives!
Love to all,
Sharon and Jerry Farr
Phyllis, Johnny and the Joseph Family: We offer our deepest sympathy for the loss of Johnny. He surely held on to life as long as he could to spend as many precious moments as he could with those of you who he cherished so deeply, but is now at peace and free of his suffering. Hoping you find comfort and peace in all your precious memories of Johnny in the days and weeks ahead. We are holding each of you close in our hearts during this difficult time.
Joseph family,
My thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time. I will remember him fondly. He had such a wonderful, easy going personality and always had a smile to share.
God Bless,
Lisa
To the Joseph Family,
Our hearts go out to your family at this time of loss and sadness. Please know you are in our thoughts and we continue to pray that God will comfort you and give you strength during this extremely difficult time.
Ted & Barb Melton
I am so sad that Johnny has made the trip we all will eventually make. I take a small degree of comfort remembering our visits and telephone calls over the last couple of years. One time I spoke with him was right after I was advised that another person was chosen for a position I was sure I had after 3 interviews. We talked for over two hours and by the time I hung up I’d forgotten about the job. We didn’t keep in touch regularly, but when we connected we picked up right where we left off. I loved his wit tinged with a bit of cynicism and more than a few grains of truth. We talked about everything, from the news of the day, Maria and his nieces and nephews, growing up on Half Pone Point Road, our families and growing old. I mourn his passing and will continue to miss him. I am grateful for the kindness he showed Maria (and the fatherly advice he gave her) when she rented a room in his Georgetown condo. I am glad that he was a part of my life for a very long time.
Phyllis, Joe, Beth , Margie & Family ~ My Thoughts & Prayers Are with Entire Family. Hugs ~ Take care , ROY
I am so saddened to hear about Johnny’s passing. I hadn’t seen him for many years, but remember him fondly. We were all in the same beach house. Johnny was always such a good fun person to spend time with–he had an easy smile and sharp wit and kind words for many.
May his memory always bring you strength.
So sorry for your loss. Hope your memories will get you through this.
I went to St. Johns school with him and he was always a lot of fun to be with. Hugs to you all.
Sorry I didn’t find out till after the services.
Dear Mr. & Mrs. Joseph, Mike, Joe, Beth and Margie,
I was shocked and deeply saddened to read this. Please accept my deepest sympathy. Will hold you all close in my prayers.
Love and hugs,
–Massey
Dear Joseph Family, Just heard this evening of Johnnys passing. So sad for I didn’t even know that he was ill. Johnny was the greatest & I feel so privileged to have spent so many of my younger years with him. Besides my father there’s no one that could make me laugh any harder. We had many good times with a wonderful group of friends from St. John’s & Hollywood as you know. Johnny also had a big heart & was a very caring person. Although I haven’t seen him in years he’s the kind of person that lives on in your heart. You are such a wonderful family and I know this is so hard but I also know like me you will have many special memories of Johnny to help you go on. I will pray for you & please know I would have been at his service had I known. God Bless & love to all especially Johnny
Janie Armsworthy Previti