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Joseph Palmer Greenley, Sr.

January 22, 1943 — July 25, 2024

Joseph Palmer Greenley, Sr.

Joseph Palmer Greenley Sr, of Philadelphia, Pennsylvania passed away suddenly at the age of 81. He was born on January 22, 1943 to Joseph Howard Greenley and Mary Davies in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.

Joseph is survived by his beloved wife Shirley Ann Greenley, Sr. (Nee Fisk) they married on November 6, 1965 and were going on 59 years of marriage. Joe is also survived by his loving children Shirley Aviles (Jim), Joseph P. Greenley Jr, (Dawn), Tanya Greenley (James), Brian Greenley, as well as his cherished grandchildren Brian Greenley Jr., Jimmy Dietz, Taylor Greenley, Brenna Greenley Philyaw, Cody Aviles, Kaylee Greenley, Kiera Dietz, Brennen Aviles, and adored great grandchildren Bria Greenley, Italia Dietz, Brian Greenley III, and Paislee Philyaw.

Joseph was a Carpenter/Elective board member for the Carpenters Union who retired with 43 years of service in the Building Trades. He was a member of LaSalle Club in Delaware County, Wissinoming Yacht Club in Philadelphia. He was also a hunter, fisherman, and golfer, who loved to cook and spend time with his family listening to Oldies music. Joe was truly loved and really enjoyed spending time with his grandchildren, he will be sadly missed by all who knew and loved him.

Please join the Greenley family on Thursday August 1, 2024 from 6:00 - 9:00 pm at Delaware Valley Cremation Center, 7350 State Road, Philadelphia, PA 19136 for a gathering of remembrance in honoring and celebrating Joe’s life. A viewing for him will begin at 6:00 pm, followed by a prayer service at 7:00pm. There will be time for refreshments and fellowship afterwards, until 9:00 pm. His family will be accessible to receive the loving comfort of your condolences, remembrances and support throughout the evening. 

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Thursday, August 1, 2024

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Delaware Valley Cremation Center

7350 State Road, Philadelphia, PA 19136

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Celebration of Life

Thursday, August 1, 2024

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Delaware Valley Cremation Center

7350 State Road, Philadelphia, PA 19136

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