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Joseph Edward Cato, Jr
10/26/1954 — 06/09/2014
From Richland, WA, US | Born in Columbia, SC
Joseph Edward Cato, Jr
Joseph Edward Cato, Jr., 59, of Richland WA, passed away on June 9, 2014. Born in Columbia, SC, he was the son of the late Joseph E Cato, Sr., and Eleanor Lybrand Cato. Survivors include his loving wife, Diane; daughter, Jennifer Binder Chris of Greenville, SC; son, Jonathan Cato of Richland, WA; and three grandchildren, Ellis, Kathryn, and Caroline Binder of Greenville, SC.
Joseph had more than 30 years of experience working for contractors at various Department of Energy sites prior to his retirement in December, 2013. He was a proud father who saw his son graduated from Richland High last Friday and enjoyed spending time with his daughter and grandchildren. Both he and his son were working on obtaining their pilots' licenses. He enjoyed the outdoors -- camping, fishing and hunting. He was an avid cook who delighted in grilling and making and smoking sausage in the smoker that he built.
A memorial service will be held at the Memories at Sunset Event Center, 915 Bypass Highway, Richland, WA 99352 at 4:00 PM on Thursday, June 12th. A burial service will be held at a later date in South Carolina.
If an alternative to flowers is desired, memorial donations may be made to Pet Over Population Prevention POPP, 524B Warehouse St., Richland, WA 99352. Condolences for the family may be offered online at http://einansfuneralhome.com
Diane and Family,
I am so sorry for your loss. Every time I interacted with Joe, he made me smile. He will be greatly missed.
Crystal Omel
Diane, Jono, and Jennifer – my heart breaks for you. My thoughts are with you everyday throughout this most difficult time. I will always remember all our times together and what fun we had. Joe will be greatly missed by many. Hugs to you all.
Joe I will miss you on my trips out to Washington to hunt & fish! We had some great times over the last few years, I enjoyed bringing you some SC staples grits & boiled peanuts. You were a great host & cook in Elk camp last year, we will always thinks of you when we head back to The Ahtanum or Snake!!!
Diane & Jono,
We are so deeply sorry to hear about your tragic loss and cannot imagine its devastating effect on your family. We will always cherish the great time and lobster dinner we had with you and Joe and others at the house Steve and Kathy rented in Maine. With heartfelt condolences,
Paul & Mary
Dearest Diane, Jennifer and Jonathan, May you find comfort in the knowledge your Joe was so loved and respected. I was always proud of my little cousin–he was fun as a kid and always a delightful man. He had a great family and a great life. We all wish it could have lasted longer. Hope to see you soon. Love, Jackie and George
Diane
So sorry to hear about Joe. I know how difficult a time you and your family are going through. Just want you and your family to know that you are in our thoughts and prayers.
Vince & Debra Grosso
Diane, I worked closely with Joe on Closure activities at SRR. Joe was always a pleasure to work with.
You and your family remain in my prayers. May God give you the strength to take one day at a time.
Dale and Terri Lee
Very sad to hear of Joe’s passing. He was a very fun person very nice person and will be missed by all that knew him.
Diane,
My condolences for your and your son’s loss. Joe’s passing was much too soon.
David
Very sorry for the loss of a friend and work associate. My condolences.
Diane,
I have been praying often for you and your family since I heard the sad news. May God give you and yours comfort, strength and peace that only He could give you at such a time as this. God bless you!
Diane and Family,
I am so sorry for your loss. Every time I interacted with Joe, he made me smile. He will be greatly missed.
Crystal Omel
Diane, Jono, and Jennifer – my heart breaks for you. My thoughts are with you everyday throughout this most difficult time. I will always remember all our times together and what fun we had. Joe will be greatly missed by many. Hugs to you all.
Joe I will miss you on my trips out to Washington to hunt & fish! We had some great times over the last few years, I enjoyed bringing you some SC staples grits & boiled peanuts. You were a great host & cook in Elk camp last year, we will always thinks of you when we head back to The Ahtanum or Snake!!!
Diane & Jono,
We are so deeply sorry to hear about your tragic loss and cannot imagine its devastating effect on your family. We will always cherish the great time and lobster dinner we had with you and Joe and others at the house Steve and Kathy rented in Maine. With heartfelt condolences,
Paul & Mary
Dearest Diane, Jennifer and Jonathan, May you find comfort in the knowledge your Joe was so loved and respected. I was always proud of my little cousin–he was fun as a kid and always a delightful man. He had a great family and a great life. We all wish it could have lasted longer. Hope to see you soon. Love, Jackie and George
Diane
So sorry to hear about Joe. I know how difficult a time you and your family are going through. Just want you and your family to know that you are in our thoughts and prayers.
Vince & Debra Grosso
Diane, I worked closely with Joe on Closure activities at SRR. Joe was always a pleasure to work with.
You and your family remain in my prayers. May God give you the strength to take one day at a time.
Dale and Terri Lee
Very sad to hear of Joe’s passing. He was a very fun person very nice person and will be missed by all that knew him.
Diane,
My condolences for your and your son’s loss. Joe’s passing was much too soon.
David
Very sorry for the loss of a friend and work associate. My condolences.
Diane,
I have been praying often for you and your family since I heard the sad news. May God give you and yours comfort, strength and peace that only He could give you at such a time as this. God bless you!
Diane, I am so sorry to hear about Joe. Sending my thoughts and prayers from Idaho to you and your family. May all your great memories comfort you through this difficult time.
Diane,
We were very sorry to hear about Joe. He was always such a fun guy to be around. Please know that you and your family are in our thoughts and prayers during this very difficult time.
Diane,
We are so sorry for your loss. Joe was always full of life with everything he did. He will be missed very much.
Diane,
We mourn your loss. He was a great guy and you made a great couple. We know that our words will not take away the pain, but know that you have friends that hurt with you. You are in our thoughts and our prayers. We pray that God will help you find peace and comfort.
Love,
Pat & Susan
Up until the time Joe retired, Al said hello to him many mornings leaving in his truck from next door as he left for work also. Joe was a great neighbor and we will miss his friendly greetings. So sorry for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Your neighbors,
Al & Nola Funk
Diane and Jonathan –
Please accept our heartfelt condolences. We have many happy memories of our familiy’s times in the dojo, and enjoying Joe’s sunny personality! Our thoughts and prayers go out to you.
Diane and Family,
Pat and I were so saddened to learn of Joe’s passing.
I will always remember him as a dedicated, caring, and compassionate man who consistently uplifted all those who have been privileged to know him.
Please know that you and your family are in our thoughts and prayers. May you find consolation and God’s peace in this time of sorrow.
Diane and family,
I am saddened to hear of Joe’s passing. I really enjoyed working with him – he will be sorely missed. We never got a chance to paddle down the Edisto together before y’all left Aiken. Peace be with you and your family.
Diane & Jonathon –
We were shocked and saddened to hear about Joe’s passing. You have been on heavy on our minds the past few days and will continue to be in our thoughts and prayers during the trying days ahead.
Diane and family, I was saddened to see the news of “Joey” in the Aiken Standard today. I remember you both fondly from my early days in Aiken. God bless and hold each of you as you get through this day and those ahead.
Our condolences for you loss. There was an obvious glee you two had. However, that doesn’t mean to say I would have ever let him drive me home in a snow storm again…!
Diane,
I am so sorry for your loss. Joe was a great guy. Lots of fun to work with and for. I still have the orange watering pot with tulips in it, that Joe gave to me for secretarys day. He was very thoughtful and so full of energy. My love and prayers are with you. Sincerly, Beth
Diane & Family
Heart felt sympathy is extended from my family to yours during this time of grief and loss. I remember Joe during his time here at INTEC as a person of honorable character and integrity.
May God bless you and comfort you with His peace and strength.
Roger A. Friesz
Diane,
Our thoughts and prayers are with you. Please accept our heart felt condolences. We wish we could give them to you in person, but will be unable to attend the memorial.
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