Although an only child, born August 8, 1959, Joseph held the role of "UNCLE JOE" to many families including the Welch, Idom, Alexander and Carter families until his time of passing February 25, 2015. He was survived by his childhood friend Jeffery Alexander and many other very good friends that he met long the way. A well-known man of class, with a vast background of many talents including opera singer, gospel singer, actor, music producer, camera man and much, much more. On his walk through this world, Joseph met a lot of different people from many different walks of life and we will miss him and hope to see him in the next life.