Joseph Lewis Pazdernik Jr.

IRONWOOD, Mich. - Joseph Lewis Pazdernik Jr. passed away on Monday, July 23, 2018, at his home in Ironwood.

Joseph was born on Sept. 8, 1956, to Joseph Sr. and Irene (Henry) Pazdernik in Duluth, Minn.

He married Laura (Kent) Pazdernik on Nov. 5, 2005.

Joseph served in the U.S. Navy and later was a forklift operator for a lumber mill.

In his free time Joseph enjoyed NASCAR racing, riding motorcycles and spending time with his best buddy, Timmo.

Joseph will be deeply missed by his wife, Laura; daughter, Brandi; granddaughter, Elizabeth; and sisters, Gloria (Mario) Darin and Terry Lynn (Gerry) Gustafson.

He was preceded in death by his parents.

There will be a celebration of life at the VFW in Bessemer on July 26, from 3 to 5:30 p.m. with military honors at 5:30 p.m. There will be food and visiting following the military honors.

McKevitt-Patrick Funeral Home is assisting the family.

For more information or to give online condolences, please visit mckevittpatrickfuneralhome.com.