Birth date: Dec 31, 1947 Death date: Aug 13, 2024
Joseph James Rafferty, age 76, passed away in Muskegon, MI, on Tuesday, August 13, 2024. Joe was born in Muskegon on December 31, 1947, to James and Anneliese (Thaufelder) Rafferty. He graduated from Muskegon Catholic Central in 1 Read Obituary
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I am so sorry to hear about Joe's passing. My thoughts and prayers are with the family. Joe and I went to grade school together at St. Francis de Sales and I graduated from Muskegon Catholic with him and Linda. I know Joe and Linda are happily reunited. I hope they are dancing in the clouds together. May happy memories of them comfort the family in this time of loss.
God bless you,
Marti Ocilka
Dear Marianne,Jim and Tom,
I was so sorry to hear of Joe's passing. We go way back to being neighbors and friends to your family through the years. He was a great person ..very caring. Wonderful memories. Please accept my sincere sympathy and send loving prayers.
Seconda (Lombardi) Addicott
Eternal rest grant unto him, O Lord and let the perpetual light shine upon him. May his soul and the souls of the all the faithful departed, through the mercy of God, rest in peace. The parish families at St. Francis de Sales Church
Joe and Linda were my best friends in dental school. We were always seated alphabetically... I spent years 4 years in and out of class with Rafferty and Rosema. After graduation we practiced on different sides of the state and lost touch. I reconnected on Facebook when I retired. He was a kind soul and always helping other people. He will be missed
Doc was one of the kindest people I've known. When I was a young adult (18) and struggling financially, he helped with dental work (pulling my wisdom teeth) and asked nothing in return. I have paid it forward many times over because of his kindness. We hadn't spoken for decades, but Facebook put us back in touch. May he rest in peace.
I got to know Joe because of his McMahon genealogy. We exchanged many emails, and I learned much when we met for a few hours two years ago.
I also have fond memories of his grandparents Uncle Foney and Aunt Mamie.
Donna Clawson
My heart goes to Joe’s family especially my childhood friend , MaryAnn, Joe’s lil sister. Maryanne, my heart hurts for you, I pray that the lesson’s of our faith will guide you during this difficult time. God be with you now, tomorrow and forever.❤️Blou.
