On Friday, July 19th, 2024, Joe Patrick McCauley passed away at age seventy-eight in Cleveland, Ohio.
Beloved husband of Belinda McCauley, née Geary. They were together for forty-six years. Loving father to sons Bryan (Allie) and Colin (Allison), both of whom he was extremely proud.
Born to Mary and William McCauley in Mullingar, County Westmeath, Ireland, Joe is preceded in death by sisters Anna and Rita. He is survived by siblings Luke, Noel, Michael, Jim, Mary, and Antoinette; as well as many nieces and nephews in both Ireland and England.
Before coming to the US, Joe worked in the Irish Showband industry as Tour Manager with popular Irish bands including Brendan Bowyer and the Big Eight, as well as Joe Dolan and The Drifters. Joe retired from the City of Cleveland after a thirty year career, serving as an Operations Agent for Cleveland Hopkins Airport. In semi-retirement, he lent his talents and time to American Wire and Cable.
In retirement, Joe and Belinda enjoyed traveling, visiting Las Vegas countless times. The two were also avid cruise goers, visiting Italy, France, and Spain, as well as the Caribbean, Cuba, Mexico, and the Bahamas.
Instead of traditional funeral services, family are gathering for a private celebration of life. The family asks that you follow Joe’s example by taking time to cherish your loved ones and enjoy the precious gift of love, family, and friendship.