Joseph David Lackey
Jun 17, 1955 - Feb 2, 2025June 17, 1955 - February 2, 2025
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Joseph David Lackey
Jun 17, 1955 - Feb 2, 2025June 17, 1955 - February 2, 2025
Place of birth
Mishawaka, IN
Most recently lived in
Mobile, AL
Joseph's favorite hobbies
An artist by nature, he was very talented and enjoyed drawing on any and everything he could find.
Interesting facts about Joseph
He was a man of diverse talents and experiences. A master craftsman, he built three custom Harley-Davidsons and cherished his collection of Volkswagen vans over the years. He possessed an uncanny ability to fix anything he set his hands to, and his skills extended to the pool table, where he was a phenomenal player. His late “best friend" was his beloved German Shepherd, Keiko. His 25-year career with the United States Coast Guard, specializing in Aviation and Search and Rescue, took him around the globe, from the North and South Poles to the Berlin Wall and the Scottish Highlands. He saw the breadth of his country, too, from Sitka, Alaska, to Puerto Rico, with stops in Traverse City, Michigan, Savannah, Georgia, and Astoria, Oregon, among many others. He eventually settled on the beautiful Gulf Coast in Mobile, Alabama. While stationed in Puerto Rico, he shared a memorable evening with Jimmy Buffett, playing pool and, no doubt, enjoying a "Cheeseburger in Paradise" after servicing Buffett's personal aircraft. Through it all, his faith deepened, and he found solace and purpose in his relationship with Jesus Christ. His heart was truly in God's hands.
Favorite bands and musical artists
Joe loved music and would often be found rocking out to Alice in Chains, Lynard Skynard, Eurythmics, Journey, Led Zeppelin or the Doors.
Joseph loved nothing more than
You could find him watching sci-fi movies and browsing for RVs and classic cars. He enjoyed working on his home, building custom motorcycles and sending hilarious memes non stop when he figured out how to work his phone. He loved to have family over at his pool, he took great pride in having a beautiful spot for everyone to gather.
Joseph's superpower
He always knew his own mind, and where he stood in any situation. He was tough as nails with a big heart.
Joseph’s Family
He is preceded in death by Owen Noble Lackey (Father), Jennie Penrose (Life companion), Edna Geraldine Lackey (Mother), MariAnne Lee (Sister) He is survived by Patty Lackey (Wife), Owen and Tracy Lackey (Brother), SaraJane and John Francis (Sister), Mary Lisa (Step sister), Molly Ann Nelko (Daughter), Bonnie Jo Troxel (Daughter), Joseph Cody Lackey (Son). And BOOKOOS of nieces and nephews.
Joseph's grandchildren
Grandpa Joe AKA Papa Joe has 5 beautiful grandchildren to continue his legacy and many bonus grandchildren through his wife Patty. He was a big kid at heart and it brought him so much joy to play with his grandkids. This is when he was at his best.
Meaningful Fact
Joe has donated his body to Science at The University of South Alabama for medical research.
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Born on June 17, 1955
Mishawaka, IN
Passed away on February 2, 2025
Mobile, AL