Joseph L. Lonski of Remsenburg died on April 7. He was 54.
Mr. Lonski was born September 22, 1959, in Riverhead and resided in Remsenburg-Speonk for the past 54 years. He graduated from Westhampton Beach High School and earned a degree from Suffolk County Community College. From 1978 to 1982 he served in the U.S. Navy, as a chief petty officer, and then he went to work for Verizon Communications for 31 years.
Mr. Lonski was the ultimate family man, his family was his life, survivors said. “Joe,” as he was affectionately known, “was a real nice guy,” according to survivors. He was always wonderful with his many friends and family. He enjoyed sports and outdoor recreation and was a Yankee fan until the end, they said, adding that he touched the hearts and souls of everyone he knew. To know him for a single day was to know him for a lifetime. His addictive smile, contagious laughter, quick wit and off-the-cuff humor will be just a few of the things that will be greatly missed by all who knew him. He was a much-loved husband, father, friend, brother and uncle. He had bravely confronted and fought cancer, they said.
Mr. Lonski is survived by his wife, Melissa Lonski; and two children, Joseph and Michael Lonski, both of Remsenburg. He is also survived by a brother, Henry Lonski; a nephew, Joshua Lonski, both of Florida; and two nieces, Nina and Andie Ziegler, both of Arizona. He was predeceased by his parents, Joseph and Leokadia Lonski.
Services were held Friday, April 11, and Saturday, April 12, at Follett & Werner Funeral Home in Westhampton Beach.
Memorial donations may be made to East End Hospice, P.O. Box 1048, Westhampton Beach, NY 11978.