Mr. Joseph “Joe” C. Ormond, 79, of Granite Falls passed away Friday, December 29, 2023 at his home, following a period of declining health.
Joe was born April 4, 1944 in Somerville, Mass. to the late Arthur Victor Lemay Brannen and Mary Katherine “Marion” Sweeny Ormond. Joe was an active member of Alcoholics Anonymous and gratefully celebrated over fifty years of continuous sobriety.
In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his step-father, Arthur Wilson Ormond; siblings, Beverly Ann Ormond McDonough, Arthur “Artie” Wilson Ormond, Jr.; and nephew, Christopher Michael Ormond.
Those left to cherish his memory include his wife, Joyce Claire Ormond; siblings, Katherine Veronica Brannen Plumley, and Joy Nelson; nieces, Stace Ormond, Tanya Ormond, Janice Anderson, and Kimberly Johnson; and nephews, John McDonough, Jr. and Geoffrey Plumley; and a host of “friends of Bill W.’s “.
A celebration of life will be held 2:00PM Saturday, January 6, 2024 in the Chapel of Mackie Funeral Service with the Rev. Debbie G. officiating.
In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to https://gofund.me/27242425 .
I got the chance to work, for the first time, for Joe and Joyce approximately 13 years ago. Since then, they always called on me for most of their home maintenance needs. They both were always so inviting and loving to me. My young son at the time would go with me occasionally, and when he didn’t come with me anymore, they always asked how he was doing.
Joe and Joyce both were always fun and upbeat. Joe had a lot of struggles and battles with his health but he always had a smile and no matter what, he was going to crack a joke to try and get a laugh out of whoever he was talking to. I always loved his northern accent, and I think he liked my southern accent! He was a dear friend and I will miss him greatly. Joyce, I love you and, thank you and Joe for always trusting me to do you work, and always being loyal to calling on me. I consider it a great privilege and a blessing to be friends with you both and to be friends with a fine, outstanding gentleman, Joe Ormond.❤️
If it wasn’t for Joe and Joyce taking me in and helping me, I wouldn’t be sober today. Joe helped me and countless others get sober and showed me a new way of living which worked. I miss his sense of humor and watching Gunsmoke with him and going on zoom meetings. Things just aren’t the same. To Joe: Heather Feather, Eddie Teddy, Oreo, and Boo Boo and Joyce miss you more than words can say. To Joyce: I love you very much and am sorry you have to go through this. My condolences and love.
I wouldn’t be sober if it weren’t for Joe-he and Joyce took me in and giving me a home and sweet listening ear and fun and love. He really was like a dad to me and I miss him so much. He helped me and I learned so much from him. I love you Joe and I miss you.
The house isn’t the same without you and Joyce, Eddie Teddy, Boo Boo and Oreo and I love and miss you here. You will forever be in my heart ❤️
Joyce, you and Joe always brightened my day when you visited at Dr. Keo’s office. You both were a blessing and an inspiration to me. Your commitment to AA and each other was evident to anyone who had the honor to know you. I pray God, gives you strength through this journey and you are comforted by the knowledge of the sure and beautiful love you two shared. Missing you.
Joyce,
Joe is missed and loved by so many .
Joe was a dear friend who helped me get sober. With Deepest Sympathy, Suzanne
Dear Joyce– So grateful that you gave me a chance to show how much knowing you and Joe has meant to me and my sobriety. Your example of wholehearted, ongoing commitment to the program and fellowship of AA, and how it enriched your love and lives, taught me what I might not have learned without you both. Stay on Facebook, Joyce, it will keep you in the forefront of my prayers and thoughts- Love & Respect, Annie C-W
UTMOST CONDOLENCES to friends & family. I’m at a loss or words. Im sooo sorry for the loss of my friend.
May he RIP 😇😭💔😭😇
I’ll miss your big smile, great hugs, and awesome “Boston” accent. RIP Brother!