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Joseph Leodore Biron Sr., 95, of Charlotte, passed away on Thursday October 16, 2014 at his home surrounded by family. Mr. Biron was born on October 17, 1918 in West Warick, Rhode Island to the late Mr. Leon Biron and Rosina Peltier Biron. Joseph proudly served his country in the United States Army for 7 years and was part of the Civilian Conservation Corps effort.
Joseph attended Parochial School and was Bi-Lingual in French and English. He was a skilled motorcycle mechanic and worked as a heating and air conditioning contractor for most of his life. He was a semi-pro left handed bowler and enjoyed fishing. Not only was he an avid reader but he also wrote science-fiction stories and ran for city council in the 1960’s.
He loved dancing and met his wife at the USO club thanks to being the best Jitterbug Dancer there. In his free time he enjoyed gardening with his good friend Ellis and chopped wood to maintain his fireplace every winter until he was 89.
He made many friends at Eastland Mall and the Super Target on Albemarle Rd from his regular walks there. His five secrets to a long life were: Walk everyday, Fish when you can, Eat lots of beans, Make others laugh and smile, and Drink Kombucha Tea daily. A favorite saying of his was “A true friend is someone who sees right through you, and still enjoys the view”.
In addition to his parents, Joseph is preceded in death by his wife of 42 years, Mavis Rowlett Biron; a daughter, Joyce; five sisters, Rita, Aldea, Claire, Therese, and Annette; and one brother, Leo. Also, Grace Atanat, friend and companion. After being widowed for years, he was blessed with this second love of his life.
He is survived by two sons, Joseph Biron Jr. of Rock Hill, and Dale Anthony Biron and wife Judy L. Burgio of Mill Valley, CA; a daughter, Lucy Biron Lustig and her significant other Kenny Buettner of Charlotte; and a sister, Anita Biron Davis.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Heifer International, http://www.heifer.org/ ,(1 World Ave., Little Rock, AR 72202).
Carolina Cremation of Charlotte and Salisbury is assisting the Biron family. Online condolences may be made at www.carolinacremation.com.
Roger Burstrem says
Dale, Joe & Lucy,
Through the haze of this loss, may you see the clarity of the timing of his departure that occurred when you all were nearby, and the peace that he has after his long and fruitful life.
May you all find comfort in your remembrances of your father.
Sunya Folayan says
We will miss your father. What a remarkable man!
jai clemmons says
Although I did not meet him face to face..I met him through the eyes & spirit of Lucy and when she spoke of him it was with such Love and pride! Joe..I know when one door closes another opens…So go your way right through it AND DANCE!!!
Susie (Dutilly) Wieboldt says
Cousins,
Uncle Joe was one of a kind, he made me laugh! He loved you all and spoke proudly of your accomplishments. His sadness over the loss of his 2 sisters over the last year and a half was reflected in our hearts at his passing. You are all in my thoughts and prayers!
With love,
Susie, one of the Dutilly Kids
Greg says
My sincere condolences to the Biron family for your loss. God’s Word says: The span of our life is 70 years,
Or 80 if one is especially strong. (Psalm 90:10) At 95 yrs old he was a special man. The Bible also says that God will one day remove the painful sting of death (Revelation 21:3,4), I pray that this promise is fulfilled soon.
Bob and Norma Owens says
Lucy and family:
May God fill the empty place in your
hearts with His own wonderful and
abiding presence. We just returned
from a vacation in Kentucky. How-
ever, you have had a special place in our prayers. May God’s strong
comfort sustain you, and thanks-
giving for a life worthily lived help
you to rejoice even in your sorrow.