Joseph "Joe" Lafford began his peaceful journey to the spirit world on December 5, 2024, at the R.K MacDonald Nursing Home in Antigonish after a struggle with dementia.
Born in Kennebunkport, Maine on Sept 4, 1954, he made Paqtnkek his permanent home in 1975 to be close to his parents the late Benedict and Margaret (Stevens) Lafford.
Throughout the years, Joe was always finding ways to keep busy. He was a welder, an education counsellor, a Paqtnkek Band Councillor, and a Water Treatment Operator. When he wasn’t busy, he would be out cruising the streets of Paqtnkek with his lawn mower.
Joe was known for his infectious humor and warm spirit, leaving behind a legacy of laughter and joy. He had a unique ability to light up any room with his quick wit and playful jokes, making even the toughest days a little brighter. He had a knack for finding humor in everyday situations, reminding us all, to not take life too seriously. His laughter was contagious, and his spirit will forever be cherished by those who had the pleasure of knowing him.
Joe leaves behind his wife Mary Catherine and their children Lynn (Wilfred), Valerie, Brenda (Brendan) and Benedict ( Savannah) all of Paqtnkek. He was a loving grandfather to Lauren, Nicole, Scott, Nolan, Ty, Peter Keagan and Brolly. He is also survived by his brother John Lafford, Paqtnkek, sisters, Mary Ann Sark (Harold), Paqtnkek, Judy Lafford-Jones (Ken), Havre Boucher, Joan Lafford and Sandra Landry, both of Maine. Surviving Godchildren, Donna Johnson, Doris (Tic) Googoo and Alex Paulette Jr. He will also be missed by his in-laws, numerous nieces, nephews and cousins.
Besides his parents, he was predeceased by brothers Earl Lafford, Levi Lafford, and Patrick Lafford, sisters, Linda Lafford, Helen Lafford and Annie Lafford.
We would like to thank the nursing staff at the R.K MacDonald Nursing Home for their care and support in caring for our dad.
Visitation will be at 92 Saqamaw Road, Paqtnkek after 4:00 pm on Tuesday, December 10th. Funeral Mass will be held in Immaculate Conception Church, Heatherton on Thursday at 11:00 am with Father Dennis Lamey presiding. Burial in St. Ann’s Cemetery, Summerside Road. Online condolences: www.clcurry.com.