Joseph “Joe” Hanf passed away April 3 at Riverview Hospital at the age of 92. Joe was born June 4, 1926 in Bayonne, one of nine children of Valentine and Anna Hanf.
Joe is survived by his wife of 72 years, Muriel (Balesterri); his children, Greg (Lillian Arentino), Lynn-Ellen (John), Chris (Laura), and Jo-Anna (Jim); nine grandchildren; and five great-grandchildren.
Joe was a communicate of St. Mary’s, New Monmouth. He graduated from Leonardo High School in 1946. He was a proud member of the Port Monmouth Democratic Club. He retired from Teamsters #471 and Middletown Sewage Authority. Joe worked numerous “second jobs” to support his family.
He was a man of principle and kindness. He built his own home for his family, a physical reminder of how highly he regarded being able to provide for those he loved.
We will most remember Joe for his love of his wife Muriel. Together for 72 years, they were a testament to true love and held hands to the end. His grandchildren will never forget their Poppa and his love for our Gram.
A viewing was held April 7 at John F. Pfleger Funeral Home, Middletown. On April 8 there was a Mass at St. Mary’s Chapel followed by burial at Mt. Olivet Cemetery.
For more information or to send condolences, please visit pflegerfuneralhome.com.
