Passed away peacefully surrounded by his family and his canine companion, Bandit, on May 7, 2021 at the age or 78. Father of Justine (James) Kaczmarek, Joanna Baron, Julie (Jeff) Malkowski. Grandpa of Ryan Stevenson and Lauren Stevenson. Brother of Alan (Jennifer) Baranowski. Uncle of Athena Baranowski. Preceded in death by his brother, Gregory Baranowski. Also loved by other family members and friends. Visitation at the Funeral Home, WEDNESDAY, May 12, 2021 from 4-6 PM. Funeral Service at 6 PM. Private entombment Holy Sepulcher Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorials in Joe's memory to the Wisconsin Humane Society are appreciated. Joe was a retiree of Wisconsin Electric Oak Creek Power Plant. He was a life long animal lover. Prasser-Kleczka Funeral Homes South Suburban Chapel 6080 South 27th Street 414-282-6080