Joseph A. Kanapka Obituary

With heavy hearts, we announce the death of Joseph A. Kanapka (Apopka, Florida), born in Waterbury, Connecticut, who passed away on August 26, 2024 at the age of 78. Leave a sympathy message to the family on the memorial page of Joseph A. Kanapka to pay them a last tribute.

As we bid farewell to this cherished soul, solace is taken in the memories held dear — the laughter shared, the wisdom imparted, the moments of quiet reflection in their presence. Though Joseph may no longer walk among us, his spirit lives on in the echoes of his kindness, the warmth of his embrace, and the light of his enduring love.

He was predeceased by: his mother Nellie Kanapka. He is survived by: his father Joseph Kanapka; his wife Carol; his son Joe (Beth); his grandson Joey; his great grandchild Bob (Rachael); his granddaughters, Anna, Kate and Ellie; his sister Mary Ann Hunt (Fred); and his niece Caitlin.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be sent to Moffitt Cancer Center (https://www.moffitt.org).

Funeral arrangement under the care of
Baldwin Brothers Funeral & Cremation Society

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August 28, 2024

Barbara Iannucci wrote a sympathy message

“We always enjoyed our conversations with Joe, and our times spent with him, Carol and our grandchildren at Disney, Universal and various family gatherings. He always had an amusing story to share. All our love to Joe’s family! PS… we got this photo fro FB, thanks Mary Ann. love, Barbara and Doug”

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