Joseph T. Willey Jr.

November 14, 1938 - November 22, 2020

Colonie- Joseph T. Willey Jr., 82, entered eternal life Sunday, November 22, 2020 at home surrounded by his loving family. He was born in Albany, NY to the late Joseph T. and Catherine J. Flood Willey. In addition to his parents he was pre deceased by his wife of 53 years Mary Ann Willey; and his brother John “Jack” Willey. Joseph retired from the New York State Department of Transportation in 1993 and spent many happy years in retirement. Some of his favorite activities were reading, debating with his brother, watching the Yankees and Notre Dame Football and vacationing with his family. Joe was an outstanding home chef and he regularly enjoyed gourmet meals with his wife and children. Dad was an intelligent and stoic man, but he also possessed a great capacity to love. He selflessly provided for his family. Toward the end of his life, he remarked that the greatest thing he had given his children was each other. He leaves behind a family that loves each other as much as he loved them--a legacy that made him immensely proud. Joseph loved family above all else and cherished every visit and Sunday dinner. He was never happier than when he was at home, surrounded by the people he loved the most--his wife, children, and grandchildren. Joe is survived by his children John (Mary) Willey, Joanne ( Bruce) Shultis, Joseph (Tara) Willey, Jacqueline(Dean) Halpin and Justine (Paul) Fazziola; great grandson Shane; his grandkids Ashley (Adam), Bruce, Bethany (Brandon), Jamie, Ian, Adam, Madeline, Emilia, Abigail, Caitlin, Jacob; his sister in law Marty Willey and brother in law Chet ( Gabriella) Chmielewski; also survived by several nieces and nephews. Funeral Services will be held privately at the convenience of the family. To leave message for the family please visit www.lgfuneralhome.com.