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Joseph A. Plourde, 88, of Oakboro, passed away surrounded by family on Friday, June 19, 2020 at his home in Oakboro, NC. He was the loving husband of the late Mary Lowery Plourde.
Joseph was born January 10, 1932, 1 of 13 children of Ernest and Laura Madore Plourde. Joseph was proud to have served his country for over 20 years in the United States Army, Special Forces (Green Berets) and the 82nd Airborne Division, and was a life time member in retirement. He served in the Korean and Vietnam wars and was a highly decorated Soldier. In retirement, “Joe” or known as “Al” as well. He was an avid card player, he also enjoyed bowling and loved watching baseball. He was a great listener and storyteller and loved to reminisce about his youth in Eagle Lake, Maine and his service in the military. One of his favorite things was to “get some Chow” (go out to eat). He also loved resting in his favorite chair and tinkering in his garage. He was a great husband, father and friend and will be dearly missed.
He attended Annunciation Catholic Church in Albemarle.
In addition to his parents, Joseph was preceded in death by his brothers, Edford, Edward, Guilford, Camille, Roland, Leo , Earnest and sisters, Laura Ann and Phoebe Annette Plourde.
Joseph is survived by his daughters, Denise Reardon and her boyfriend Brian Bryant of
The funeral service will be held on Friday, July 17, 2020 at 11:00 am at the Salisbury National Cemetery with Father Fitzgibbons officiating.
Memorials may be made to The Special Forces Association.
Carolina Cremation is honored to serve the Plourde family. Online condolences may be made at www.carolinacremation.com
Dawn Palmer says
Laura, I am so sorry for you and your families loss…Sending prayers from my family to yours…(((HUGS)))…
Margaret Egan says
Dear Kathy and family, I am so sorry to hear of your father’s passing. He was a great storyteller and always fun to be around. He and Benny certainly enjoyed watching those old movies on TV albeit asleep half of the time. May he rest in peace. Love Mom Egan
Linda March says
Kathy. So sorry for your loss. Was so glad to have met him. You and your family are in our thoughts and prayers.
Margaret Engel says
So sorry for your loss. I know he meant the world to you. He will always be in your heart.
Jim Mangino says
I’m so sorry to hear of your loss. I always thought highly of Joe. My prayers are with all of you and your dad.