Born July 31, 1954 passed away at OSMH on December 5, 2025 following cardiac-related health issues.
Loving wife to Audrey Cando for 37 years and father to Michael Joseph Cando (predeceased).
Joseph, son of Mary and Joseph Cando (predeceased), Brother to Elizabeth (John), Margaret (predeceased), Gerard, Larry (Marjorie) and Nathan (Anna).
Brother-in-law to Valerie Boal (John Simpson), Pamela Hollington (Guy) and Cindy Boal. Uncle to nieces and nephews, Shannon, Steven, Julia, Chelsea, Sarah, Joe, Leila, Tanya, Alicia, Tommy and many great nieces and nephews. Adopted with love into our family - Geri Collins, Kelvin Carstens, Sarah Johnstone, Jayden and Kelvin(Jr) Carstens.
Joe loved life and he lived it to the fullest with a smile and a warm heart. He was funny and often had one-liners that would catch you by surprise. To know him was to love him. He loved music of all kinds, especially bluegrass music and attended many festivals over the years. Joe was always up for an adventure including camping, fishing, boating just to name a few.
After working over 30 years in the cable television industry as a service technician….. it didn’t take Joe long to discover retirement was the best! He would say “it gets better every day!”
Family will receive friends at Carson Funeral Homes – L.Doolittle Chapel 54 Coldwater St. E Orillia (705)326-3595 on Wednesday December 10, 2025 from 6 - 8pm. Funeral service will be held in the chapel on Thursday December 11, 2025 at 11 o’clock. Reception will follow the service at Forest Home United Church, 165 Line 15 North.
The funeral service will be livestreamed on the Carson Funeral Home Youtube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@carsonfuneralhome3033
In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to Forest Home United Church or Orillia Soldiers’ Memorial Hospital or the charity of your choice.
Condolences
Lea Babcock
Dec 11, 2025Audrey. Im watching the service from across the miles and so wish i could give you my love, support and hugs today. So sorry honey for the loss of our dear Joe. Lea
Terry (from bowling)
Dec 11, 2025Sincerely condolences.
John and Penny Button
Dec 11, 2025There are people you meet in life that stay in your heart forever. Joe is one of those people. We will always remember our times with him and the lifelong impact he has had on us. We are so glad we got to visit with the two of you this summer. Please let us know if you need anything. Audrey, we will keep in touch and hope that you come and visit this next year. All of our love, John and Penny Button
Doreen McCrackin
Dec 10, 2025Hi Audrey: I am so saddened to hear of the passing of your husband and friend. Know that I will hold you in my prayers. Sincerely Doreen Mccrackin
Joe & Nancy Wise
Dec 10, 2025We are so sorry to hear of Joe's passing, Audrey. He will always be remembered for bringing humour wherever he went. He always made an effort to stay in touch & we were always glad to see him. Our thoughts are with you at this difficult time. Sending hugs.
Deb Hewitt
Dec 10, 2025My sincere condolences, Audrey.
Margot Crowder
Dec 9, 2025Hello Audrey, It's been a long time since we last communicated. I am so sad to read this news. Please know that I am thinking of you and hoping you are well surrounded by the love and support of other family and friends. Take good care of yourself.
Leo Hawkes
Dec 9, 2025Audrey, my deepest sympathies and those of my brothers and sisters (the Hawkes's). Keeping you in our thoughts and prayers Leo Hawkes
Marilena Spina-Botman
Dec 9, 2025Dear Audrey, I am so sorry to hear of Joe’s passing. Sending my deepest and heartfelt sympathy to you and the family. Keeping you in my thoughts and prayers at this sad and difficult time ❤️ Marilena
Darlene Keddy
Dec 8, 2025Dear Audrey, I’m so sorry to hear this news. Please know you are in my thoughts
Neilda speedi
Dec 8, 2025Audrey, so sorry to hear of your husband’s passing. Prayers and love to you and your family🙏Neilda
Kathy Gray
Dec 8, 2025Dear Audrey, I,m so sorry to hear about Joe . My heart goes out to you and the family. Sending hugs. Kathy Gray
Sharon Campbell
Dec 8, 2025I worked many years ago with Joe at the cable office on Memorial Ave. My thoughts are with you Audrey at this time .
Natalie Broderick
Dec 8, 2025Audrey, so sorry to hear of Joe's passing. We had lots of great times with you at the trailer. Joe won't be forgotten. Sending hugs, Natalie and Tom Broderick
Ron & Louise Mayer
Dec 8, 2025So sorry for your loss.