Joseph M. Figula
Joseph M. Figula., 50, a dedicated husband, father, son, and brother, of Derrick Road Bradford, passed away Thursday, September 29, 2016 unexpectedly, in Ellicottville.
Born January 22, 1966, in Bradford, he is the son of Jane (Bartlebaugh) Figula of Lafayette, and the late Michael J. Figula, Jr. who died April 23, 2011. He was a 1983 graduate of Bradford High School and graduated in 1984 with a degree in Welding from the Lincoln Electric-Technical School in Cleveland OH
On July 25, 1992 in St. Bernard Church, he married Valerie L. (Anderson) Figula who survives.
Joe worked with his father Mike, and grandfather, Mike at Mike's Body Shop, and Edmonds Chevrolet Auto Body Shop. He began his career in trucking in 1990 working for LDB Trucking, later Bradford City Public Works, and Keane Fracking. He was currently working for Benjamin Truck Service.
He was a former member of the Moose Lodge, American Legion, Eagles, and the Enchanted Mountian Border Riders Snowmobile Club.
Joe enjoyed boating, go-cart racing, snowmobiling, going to late model dirt track races, and the Seneca Allegany Casino with family and friends. He along with his uncle Duane spent many hours hunting and trapping. If there was ever a person in need, Joe was the first one to help.
Surviving in addition to his wife of 24 years and his mother Jane, are three sons Andrew Figula, Daniel Figula, and Phillip Figula, all of Bradford, one sister, Pam (Bob) Smith, of Hagerstown MD, two uncles Duane (Barb) Bartlebaugh of Bradford, Don (Cathy) Bartlebaugh of Marietta MS, two aunts Betty (Brad Crittenden) Stady of Bradford, and Sandy Andersen of FL, four nephews Derec Smith, Alec Smith, Kyle Smith, and Brandon Sherk, and one niece Brooklyn Anderson, several cousins and many good friends.
Family will be receiving friends on Wednesday, October 5, 2016 from 4:00pm to 7:00pm at the Hollenbeck-Cahill Funeral Homes, Inc. 372 East Main St., at 7:00pm funeral and committal services will be held with Rev. Thomas Pierotti, Pastor of the Emanuel Lutheran Church officiating.
Memorials, if desired, may be made to the American Heart Association or a charity of the donor's choice.
On line condolences may be made at www.hollenbeckcahill.com
All Condolences -
Jane and family, so sorry to hear of your son's early passing. Bless you all and know you will see him again.
— Joyce Kille
Val and Boys, Huge hugs, and many prayers will be said for each of you. Joe's eternity with the Lord means you have a very special and strong angel that will walk next to you every minute of the day. Love you Val. ??
— Jan Wilusz
Val, we are so very sorry for your loss. We will keep you and your family are in our hearts and prayers.
— Ramona Pierotti
Val,
I was so saddened to hear of your husband's passing. There is little anyone can say to make this easier for you and the boys, so I will simply say that I am thinking of you and sending prayers your way.
— Ashlee (Berteotti) Colwell
Val, I'm so sorry for your loss. Joe was such a great guy. My thought and prayers are with you and your family.
— Steve Brinker
So very sorry for your loss. Keeping your family in our thoughts and prayers.
— The Balls
Val I am so sorry for your loss. I wish I had the words to say that would make everything better, but I don't. You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers.
Melanie
— MELANIE DURKEE
Joe you were one of a kind. This sure is a life changer. Thanks for all the memories. So happy for the summer we got to have together. Val and boys we are here for you all.
— Bud and Heather Fowler and boys
Val I am so sorry for your loss. I wish I had the words to say that would make everything better, but I don't. You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers.
Melanie
— MELANIE DURKEE
Our deepest condolences at this tragic time. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and the boys. All our love Carl, Stacey, Tasha, Victoria and Gabriella Nelson
— Carl and Stacey Nelson
All of us here at Fitzpatrick & Weller, are all so sorry for your loss
— Fitzpatrick & Weller employees
So young to be taken. Thoughts n prayers with you and your family Pam n Bob. Thinking about you n praying during this hard time.
— Michell n Will Mumford
So sorry for your loss Val and family. You're in my thoughts and prayers.
— Brenda Bryant-Tanner
So sorry for your loss Joe was a great guy he helped us alot on the go kart track he will be greatly missed. Chris , Tammy and Zach Smith
— Tammy Smith
Pam, Bob & family-
Our thoughts and prayers are with you. May your wonderful memories help you through this difficult time. God Bless.
— The McMahon Family
So sorry to hear this. Joe was the nicest guy. Thoughts and prayers for Val and family.
— Tim Roslinski
Val,I'm so deeply sorry for your loss. I will be keeping you and your family in my thoughts and prayers.
— Butch Kreiner
We are so very sorry for your loss. Thoughts and prayers are with your Family
— Donnie and Christina Cobb
You will be greatly missed by so many! We had a lot of good times and good laughs in tug hill! We will always remember the good times with you! Prayers to the family at this hard time.
— Bob and Michele
Sending our condolences, and heartfelt sympathies
— The Robb Shipman Family
We will miss you Bubba Joe.
We are heartbroken
to learn of your passing, you will be sorely missed by us all.
Love,
Rick and Chel Bartlebaugh and Family
— Terri Bartlebaugh
Val and boys, may the love of your family and your sweet memories of Joe keep you strong during the sad days ahead. Hugs and love to you all.
— Beth, John and Kevin Eberth
We will miss you Bubba Joe!! You will always be in our hearts. You were taken way to soon. We still had boats to ride, beers to drink, and kites to fly!!! Love you always. Until we meet again ...
— She "Stella" and Cal
Jane, Pam, Val and Boys, I am so sorry for your loss. Joe was so loved by you all and will be so missed. I am keeping you all in my prayers.
— Lyn Niver
We are deeply saddened by this. Prayers to the family. May peace be brought to you through your memories.
— Slim and Sherri