Gloucester Alumni

HAMILTON — Ralph P. Joseph, 70, long-time resident of Echo Cove Road, died Wednesday, Aug. 13, 2008 in his home following his sudden illness.

Born in Beverly on May 29, 1938, son of Eleanor (Peterson) Joseph of Essex and the late Roland T. Joseph, he was educated in Essex public and Gloucester public schools from which he graduated.

Mr. Joseph was employed for many years as an auto and truck mechanic at his family's Gaybrook Garage in Essex. Following the sale of the garage, he went to work as a mechanic for Hiltz waste disposal of Gloucester where he was currently employed.

Mr. Joseph was an avid Red Sox fan. Most of all he enjoyed helping at and socializing with his friends at Perkins Marine in Essex.

In addition to his mother he is survived by a son, John Joseph of Rockport; two daughters, Linda M. Joseph of Rockport, Kelley Allen of Exeter, N.H.; two brothers, Robert T. Joseph of Essex, Ronald E. Joseph of Connecticut; a sister, Kay L. Joseph of Essex and many nephews and nieces.