Joseph F. Donato

Voorheesville – On Thursday, November 23, 2023, Joseph F. Donato passed away at the age 62 after a long battle with cancer at his home, with his family by his side.

Joe was born in Albany on January 9, 1961. He was the son of the late Anthony D. Donato and Catherine M. Donato (Fox). He was a graduate of Voorheesville High School year of 1980.  Joe worked in the construction industry most of his life.

He loved to fish, garden, watch football, and baseball (the 49ers and Baltimore Orioles). Joe loved grilling and most importantly he loved spending time with family and friends. He played golf and loved bowling with his grandsons. Joe loved his seafood, sushi, and especially lobster. He was well known for his funny and unannounced jokes and comments that always gave everyone a good laugh. He always had a way with words. Joe loved his wife Rose unconditionally.

He was predeceased by his siblings Anthony J. Donato, Dale F. Donato, Ann Neander (Donato), as well as nephew Arthur Neander Jr. and great niece Emily Ann Neander. He is survived by his wife, Rose Wilkinson Donato, son Michael Donato, daughter Robin Donato, grandsons Dylan and Dominick Donato, sister-in-law Deborah J. Lee, and many loving nieces, nephews, cousins, and friends.

Relatives and friends are invited to call at the Cannon Funeral Home at 2020 Central Ave, Colonie on Friday, December 1, 2023 from 4 to 6 P.M. with a Celebration of Joe’s life at 6:00. Memorial contributions may be made to Hope Club, One Penny Lane, Latham, NY 12110 or Albany ARC,  (www.aarc.org) 334 Krumkill Rd. Slingerlands, NY 12159. To leave a message of condolence for the family, visit www.CannonFuneral.com