Obituary of Joseph Anthony Alfonso

Joseph Anthony Alfonso, 91, of St. Paul, passed away peacefully Sunday, Dec. 18, 2022.

Joe is survived by his devoted wife of 66 years, Genevieve; children, Patrick (Patricia), Mary (Robert) Graham, and Thomas; 4 grandchildren; and 6 great-grandchildren.

Joe proudly served in the US Navy from 1951-1955, allowing him to see the world.  He returned to St. Paul and worked many years for Northwestern Bell.  He spent retirement enjoying many hobbies including photography, golf and serving as an usher at church. Joe was proud of his Italian heritage, had the most infectious smile and was universally loved.

Special thanks to the caring staff and nurses at The Willows of Ramsey Hill and Brighton Hospice who cared for Joe in his final days.

A Memorial Mass will take place on Thursday, December 29, 2022 at 11:00 AM at St. Stanislaus Church 398 W Superior St., St. Paul, MN 55102. A visitation will be held one hour prior. A private burial will take place at a later date.

In lieu of flowers or memorials, the family encourages you to do a random act of kindness in Joe’s memory.