Written by Jowdy Kane Funeral Home
Joseph Carl Conte Sr., age 76, of Bethel, CT, passed away peacefully on Friday, May 28, 2021 with his loving wife Linda (Knapp) Conte by his side.
Joseph was born in Norwalk, CT on February 24, 1945, the son of the late Carl and Madeline (Schiano) Conte. Joe grew up in South Norwalk surrounded by loving family and friends and enjoyed reminiscing at family reunions, sharing treasured memories about the fun times and mischievous antics he and his cousins enjoyed. Being raised in a traditional Italian neighborhood was a treasured memory for Joe which contributed greatly to the hard-working, ethical man that he was. Joe was enthusiastic about life and put 100 percent into everything he endeavored. He put himself through Central Catholic High School in Norwalk, CT and was captain of the football team. He graduated from Central Catholic High in 1963 and joined the Air Force, serving two tours of duty in the Vietnam War as a flight engineer on C-1