Menth, Joseph R. of Fridley, MN born 8/23/51, almost, 69. Our kind, caring, funny, music-loving, wonderful husband, father, grandpa, brother and friend passed away on August 7th. Joe is reunited with his father Joseph, niece Stephanie, and good friend Roger. Joe's love lives on in the hearts of his family and friends, including his best friend, Joan (wife of darn near, 45 years), daughters Mindy (Ron) Lawrence and Shelle (Tom) Holmes, granddaughters Natalie, Annabelle, and Addison, mother Vivian, and siblings Steve (Lori), Tom (Sue), & Lee Anne (Tim), along with a host of nieces and nephews, extended family, and countless friends. A graduate of the University of Minnesota, Joe was a loyal employee for Target Corporation for 44 1/2 years until he retired in April 2014, in part to help take care of his parents. Joe gave of his time and talents to all in need, and was always ready with a silly joke or a quick hug. He always had some kind of project going; building, repairing, music compilation yet he always had plenty of time and love to give us as a dad. Joe loved coaching Shelle's softball team and made great connections with all of her friends. Joe and Mindy shared a passion for Gopher basketball, and watched and cheered many a game. Joe enjoyed being with others, including time at Winnie, trips to Mexico, motorcycle adventures, playing cards, and spending time with family and friends. He is already greatly missed. In lieu of flowers, memorials preferred to the MN Lupus Foundation. A webcasted funeral will be held Friday, August 21st at 10:30 AM washburn-mcreavy.com/obituaries/Joseph-Menth-2/  A public Memorial reception and lunch will be held Friday, Aug. 21st at 12:00 Noon at the Coon Rapids VFW Post, 1919 Coon Rapids Blvd. Washburn-McReavy.com Coon Rapids Chapel 763-767-1000

Published on August 16, 2020