Joseph P. “Joe” Sexton – 51 – of Jamestown, NY, formerly of Hornell, died unexpectedly on Friday (September 27, 2013) in Jamestown.
Born in Hornell on May 5, 1962, he was the son of Thomas & Kathleen (Conkey) Sexton.
Joe grew up in Hornell and was a graduate of Hornell High School (class of 1980). While in high school, Joe excelled in sports — playing baseball & basketball for the Hornell Red Raiders. He actually pitched a perfect game (no player reaching first base) while playing in the Hornell Babe Ruth League.
He was a veteran of the US Air Force, serving his country from 1982-1984 primarily being stationed in Germany.
Following his discharge from the Air Force, Joe returned to Hornell where he resided for several years and has lived in Jamestown for the past 15 years. Joe had been a member of Our Lady of the Valley Parish and a communicant of St. Ignatius Loyola Church.
While living in Jamestown, he was employed as a drill press operator for a local company for about 3 years retiring after suffering a devastating industrial accident.
Joe was a sports enthusiast and love watching sporting events on television, especially baseball, basketball & football.
He was preceded in death by his father, Thomas Sexton who died in 1995.
Joe was married to the former Patricia “Trish” Buono who survives. Also surviving are his daughter, Danielle (Chris) Brewer of Hornell; his son, Joseph (Valerie) Sexton of Hornell; his mother, Kathleen Sexton of Hornell; his sister, Joan (Jim) Lecceardone of Hornell; his brother, James (Teresa) Sexton of Hornell; 3 grandsons, Logan Sexton, Damien Sexton and Christian Brewer; several nieces & nephews.
The family of Joseph P. “Joe” Sexton will receive friends on Thursday from 4:00 PM – 6:00 PM at the Dagon Funeral Home, 38 Church St., Hornell, NY where a Memorial Service will be held at the conclusion of calling hours at 6:00 PM with Deacon Robert McCormick officiating.
In recognition of Joe’s military service, the American Flag at the Dagon Funeral Home will be flown at half-staff.
I am very sorry to hear of Joes passing he was a very good guy all of his classmates including me will surely miss him will pray for the family.
My prayers go out to Joe’s family during this sad time (Hornell High class of 80)
Joe was an intimidating presence on any sports field, at any given time the best athlete in the area. He also possessed a great sense of humor. I think of him often and appreciated his friendship. To Jutt Joan and Kathleen I am sorry for your loss. EB