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Published January 18, 2013, 12:00 AM

Joseph D. "Joe" Conzo

Joseph D. "Joe" Conzo, 69, Grand Forks, ND died Tuesday, January 15, 2013 in his home.

Joe was born June 12, 1943 in The Bronx section of New York City. At 14 he moved to Massapequa Park on Long Island, NY. He enlisted in the U. S. Air Force at 18 and served much of his time at Grand Forks Air Force Base, He spent 9 years as part of the Presidential Support Team at Andrews Air Force Base, Maryland and Offut Air Force Base, Nebraska for presidents Carter and Ford. Joe retired as a Master Sergeant after 26 years of service. He worked several years as a federal employee in Logistics Readiness as an auto mechanic, and in Civil Engineering as a locksmith.

Joseph D. "Joe" Conzo

Joseph D. "Joe" Conzo, 69, Grand Forks, ND died Tuesday, January 15, 2013 in his home.

Joe was born June 12, 1943 in The Bronx section of New York City. At 14 he moved to Massapequa Park on Long Island, NY. He enlisted in the U. S. Air Force at 18 and served much of his time at Grand Forks Air Force Base, He spent 9 years as part of the Presidential Support Team at Andrews Air Force Base, Maryland and Offut Air Force Base, Nebraska for presidents Carter and Ford. Joe retired as a Master Sergeant after 26 years of service. He worked several years as a federal employee in Logistics Readiness as an auto mechanic, and in Civil Engineering as a locksmith.

Joe was a longtime member of the Grand Forks Northern Cruz Club and enjoyed working on and driving his classic cars. He also enjoyed woodworking. He was an extremely proud father, grandfather and great-grandfather.

Joe married Faye Brager on April 4, 1970. She survives along with daughters, Sandi (Mike) Harris, West Fargo, ND, Gayle (Scott) Dahlke, Big Lake, MN, Betsy (Blaise) Vicari, Monticello, MN; son, Chris (Sheila) Conzo, Grand Forks; 11 grandchildren, Meagan, Angelique, Christopher (Shannon), Meranda, Morgan, Emily, Rachel, Trevor, Kamryn and Jordyn; 2 great grandchildren, Michael and Isabella; half-brother, Anthony (Margo) Conzo, Beachwood, NJ; step sisters, Lorraine (John) Suscavage and Eleanor Stabile.

Joe was preceded in death by his mother, Mary Stabile and father, Pascquale Conzo.

Mass of Christian Burial will be 11 AM Monday, January 21, 2013 in Holy Family Catholic Church of Grand Forks. Visitation will be Sunday from 5:00 PM to 7:00 PM with a 7:00 PM Prayer Service in Amundson Funeral Home of Grand Forks and will continue for the hour before the service in the church. Burial will be in the Finley Cemetery, Finley, ND.

Arrangements are with Amundson Funeral Home of Grand Forks. www.amundsonfuneralhome.com

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Jerry C.
01/19/2013 2:19 PM

Just like Matthew above, I was a junior lieutenant and former NCO in the 448th, who looked up to Joe. He was the example I could point to of a great NCO and beyond that just a great person. Sympathy and thoughts go out to Joe's family. He will be missed by us all.

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tony w.
Puyallup, WA     01/18/2013 4:59 PM

When I was reassignd toGrand Forks AFB from Moron AB, Spain 1965 Thru 1968 Joe was in servcing Branch 319th OMS. Joe had an outgoing personality and was very easy to make friends with. After retiring from The USAF I got reconnected to Joe as he married Faye Brager who was a God Child of my sister Amy Wendlicks father in law. I had talked to Joe a few times and shared old Memories of our military experiences. Our deepest sympathy on the loss of your husband Faye and to Joes children. May god Bless Joes Soul and welcome joe into gods kigdom in heaven. N.A. Wilkie Msgt USAF Retired Puyallup, Washington

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Matthew S.
Charlottesville, VA     01/18/2013 3:19 PM

Joe Conzo was a wonderful Airman and NCO leader. More than that, he was what we all know as "a great guy." I remember his laughter as well as his tremendous commitment to ensuring that his people were treated professionally, respectfully and with compassion. I was a junior lieutenant - and an ex NCO myself - when I first met Joe. I really looked up to him. I'm very sorry that the world has lost his laughter but hope to hear it and see him again in the hereafter. With gratitude to his wonderful family for their sacrifices in sharing this wonderful man with all of us; you are in our hearts. Matthew Stafford - and so many men and women of the 448th Strategic Missile Squadron who share your sense of loss

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