Joseph Michael Patrick McGaughey
August 18th, 2023
Joseph Michael Patrick McGaughey
July 12, 1951 - August 18, 2023
After a short battle with cancer, Joe McGaughey peacefully passed away at Eagle Ridge Hospital in Port Moody on August 18, 2023, surrounded by loving family. Joe was predeceased by his parents, Joe, and Annie (McCann) McGaughey and is survived by his wife, Wendy (Abrahamson); sister, Bev Bengert; two daughters, Amanda (Chris) Roberts and Ashleigh (Ricky, deceased) Taylor; and son, Sean (Brittany). He is also survived by his four grandchildren, Kye, Brixton, Penelope, and Madeleine; and the mother of his children, Joanne (Barton) McGaughey. Joe will be missed by many, including his stepchildren, Dionne (Steve) Tremblay, Dana Robb, and Danielle Dagg (Bill Nash), and extended family and friends.
Joe started his working career at Kelly Douglas in Burnaby. Following its closure, he worked for his sister and brother-in-law's company, Bengert Recycling. He then worked at Burnaby Hospital and finally retired with the City of Port Coquitlam.
Please join us for a Celebration of Joe's Life on Sunday, September 24th from 1 to 4 pm at 3235 Flint St., Port Coquitlam in the main floor amenity room.
In lieu of flowers, please consider a donation to the Eagle Ridge Hospital Foundation or BC Cancer Foundation in Joe's honour.
Messages:
I am so sad to hear of Joe's passing. My condolences to Sean & the Mcgaughey family on behalf of myself and my family. Though I only spent brief moments with him, I will remember them with fondness and gratitude forever.
My heart aches for all of you. You are in my thoughts and prayers. Rest in peace, cousin Joey.
My sincere condolences to Wendy and the Family.
Sending gentle hugs and much Love your way Our deepest condolences on your loss Rest peacefully Joe ✌️
So sorry to hear of Joe’s passing. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all.
So sorry for your trouble. Another cousin gone to the big reunion in the sky.
Wendy, I’m so sorry to hear of Joe’s death. My deepest condolences to you & the family.