Joseph Anthony Pavelock

Joseph Anthony Pavelock, born September 20, 1921, in Brockway (Town ofFishkill), New York, passed away on December 15, 2008.

Known for his ready smile and many friends, he touched many lives in his 87 years. While not the beneficiary of much formal schooling, he derived his education from life experiences. He worked from age 11 on, helping his family through the Great Depression, and later served our nation for many years in the 1066 Guard Squadron US Army Aircorps as well as the National Guard, through World War II (where he stormed the beach at Normandy on D-Day), earning medals and accolades.

A family man, he worked full time (often a number of jobs), raised children, coached baseball, and provided a safe and stable home environment. A jack of all trades and always ready to lend a hand, he was a great neighbor, friend and father.

He is survived by his four children, Lisa Pavelock Soeder, Nantuckey, MA; Vincent Joseph Pavelock, Palos Verdes, CA, Dana James Pavelock, New Paltz, and Joanne Pavelock; his three grandchildren, Alexender James Pavelock, Sarah Rose Pavelock and Devin Joseph Kennedy Pavelock; two of his four siblings, John Pavelock and Stanley Pavelock; many nieces and nephews; and a multitude of friends.

A man of simple pleasures and modest means but rich in the love and respect of all who knew him, Joseph Pavelock was most content in thecomfort of his home where he lived until he died.

The family will receive their friends on Tuesday, December 16, from 6 to 8 p.m.. at Halvey Funeral Home, Inc, 24 Willow Street, Beacon. Handicap access is via Oak Street.

A funeral service will be held at the funeral home on Wednesday, December 17, at 10 a.m. Interment will follow in the Veterans Section in St. Joachim’s Cemetery, 303 Washington Avenue, Beacon.

Donations in memory of Mr. Pavelock may be made to Hudson Valley HEAT Baseball, c/o Dana Pavelock, 8 Luna Dr., New Paltz, NY 12561.

To send the family a personal condolence or for directions to the funeral home, please visit www.halveyfh.com.