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Joseph Barbao Jr.

March 30, 1929 - April 1, 2021

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Geisen Funeral, Cremation & Reception Centre
606 E. 113th Ave.
Crown Point, IN 46307
Monday 4/5, 4:00 pm - 7:00 pm

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Geisen Funeral, Cremation & Reception Centre
606 E. 113th Ave.
Crown Point, IN 46307
Tuesday 4/6, 10:00 am

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City of Crown Point Historic Maplewood Cemetery
347 Maple Lane
Crown Point, IN 46307
Tuesday 4/6

Joseph Barbao, age 92, of, Crown Point, IN, passed away on Thursday, April 1, 2021.

Joseph is survived by his children: Joseph (Elizabeth) Barbao, Deborah (Lou) Yankey, Deanna (Ronald) Easto, Shirel (John) Richardson, Karen (Jim) Barbao; grandchildren: Cheryl (Daniel) Lasson, Ronald (Nina) Easto, Melissa (Casey) Horn, Jonathan (Elizabeth) Easto, Joseph M. Barbao, Cami Howard, Bob Dockery and Michelle (Michael) Dockery-Simpson; numerous loving great-grandchildren; and brother, Ken (Lee) Barbao.

Joseph was preceded in death by his wife, Martha; parents; sister, Nancy; and grandson, Michael Gartner.

Joseph retired from U.S. Steel after 47 years of service as a craneman. Well into his 70’s and 80’s, he was an active sportsman, participating in golf, bowling and baseball. Joe waited for the Cubbies to play their first game for 2021. Joe was a very likeable, easy-going feller. He was a loving husband, father and grandfather.

Friends may visit with the family on Monday, April 5, 2021, at Geisen Funeral, Cremation & Reception Centre, 606 E. 113th Ave., Crown Point, IN 46307 from 4:00 PM to 7:00 PM.

Funeral Services will be at 10:00 AM on Tuesday, April 6, 2021, at the Funeral Home. Interment to follow at City of Crown Point Historic Maplewood Cemetery.

Due to Covid-19, restrictions in the Funeral Home include: social distancing at 6 feet and face masks are required.

Visit Joseph’s online guestbook at www.GeisenFuneralHome.com 219-663-2500.

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Geisen Funeral, Cremation & Reception Centre
606 E. 113th Ave.
Crown Point, IN 46307
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Monday 4/5, 4:00 pm - 7:00 pm
Service
Geisen Funeral, Cremation & Reception Centre
606 E. 113th Ave.
Crown Point, IN 46307
Map
Tuesday 4/6, 10:00 am
Cemetery
City of Crown Point Historic Maplewood Cemetery
347 Maple Lane
Crown Point, IN 46307
Map
Tuesday 4/6

Joseph Barbao, age 92, of, Crown Point, IN, passed away on Thursday, April 1, 2021. Joseph is survived by his children: Joseph (Elizabeth) Barbao, Deborah (Lou) Yankey, Deanna (Ronald) Easto, Shirel (John) Richardson, Karen (Jim) Barbao; grandchildren: Cheryl (Daniel) Lasson, Ronald (Nina) Easto, Melissa (Casey) Horn, Jonathan (Elizabeth) Easto, Joseph M. Barbao, Cami Howard, BobContinue Reading

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Kenneth Dowdy left a message on April 7, 2021:
I would like to extend my deepest sympathies to Joe's family on his passing. I'm sorry to have missed the wake and speak to Lou as well. I golfed with Joe and Lou many times in the Tuesday morning men's group at Oak Knoll. Joe and I also discussed the Cub/Cardinal rivalry since I am a life-long Cardinal fan. One day he told me that his father in Donora, PA had coached my boyhood idol, Stan Musial. To confirm the story Joe showed me a photo of him as a teenager (I think) standing next to Stan the Man. Another story has to do with Joe's impressive golf skills. The group always competed for greenies (closest to the pin) on par 3 holes. One day I hit a great shot on number 18 that ended up pin high, an inch from the hole, a sure greenie I thought. As I walked to the hole, I saw the marker INSIDE the hole with Joe's name on it. I believe it may have been his 6th one, and he was in his late 70s or early 80s at time! Aside from his athletic prowess, I was blessed to have known Joe as a golf buddy. May he rest in peace and his memory be eternal.
Kevin Grant left a message on April 6, 2021:
My sincere condolences to all family and friends Kevin Grant
Kevin Grant left a message on April 6, 2021:
Uncle Joe, You were always my favorite Uncle when I was a kid. I remember having a little picnic in my back yard and you getting something in your eye. Aunt Edie was trying to get it out and you were complaining and yelling for me to get her off of you. I was probably only eight or nine maybe younger but I remember it vividly....like it was yesterday. I was laughing so hard. RIP Uncle Joe you have and will be missed.... Love, Kevin
Larry Collier left a message on April 3, 2021:
A neighbor over 30 years Very friendly,likeable man always with a smile. Condolences to the family.
Larry Collier left a message on April 3, 2021:
A neighbor over 30 years Very friendly,likeable man always with a smile. Condolences to the family.
Geisen Funeral Home left a message:
Please accept our deepest condolences for your family's loss.
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