Joseph N. Hallstrom Sr.
YORK – Joseph N. Hallstrom, Sr., 94 died peacefully at the Maine Veteran’s Home in Scarborough on Saturday, Oct. 22, 2022.
He was born on March 28, 1928, the son of Charles Erik and Katherine Mae Hallstrom. He grew up in Calais and attended Calais Academy.
Joseph served in the U.S. Army 11th Airborne in Sapporo, Japan during WWII and most recently he received the Certificate of Appreciation from the Citizens of Maine in recognition for his honorable service during World War II in the Armed Services of our country for his sacrifice, courage, and willingness to serve our great state and nation, and for his contribution to the defense of freedom.
Joseph is survived by his daughter, Susan and his son-in-law, Daniel Raposa of York; grandchildren Jennifer Paquette (Jess), Jaimee Hanscom (Bobby) and Jim Paquette (Emily Hansen); Joseph N. Hallstrom III (Morgan Miles), Katrina Winchell (Scott), Kelly Woitko (Tony), Kristen Hallstrom; and Jacob Hallstrom; Jesse Raposa (Neha) and Jenna Raposa. Joseph is also survived by his great-grandchildren Savanna, Robbie and Sara Hanscom; Samuel, and Julia Clough; Lake, Live and Lovena Paquette; Baylee Hutter and Keyshaw Winters; Hayden Winchell and Joseph Hallstrom IV. He also leaves behind his brother-in-law, David Woodman and his wife, Bonnie; several nieces and nephews; and many friends, all who held a special place in Joe’s heart.
He was predeceased by his wife of 57 years, Beverly B. (Woodman) Hallstrom (2007); his sons Joseph N. Hallstrom, Jr (2007) and David G. Hallstrom (2011); his parents; his brothers Charles S. Hallstrom (U.S. Army) and Eric S. Hallstrom (U.S. Army) and his sister, Ida M. Call.
A graveside service will take place on Veteran’s Day, Friday, Nov. 11, at 12:45 p.m. at New Calvary Cemetery, 1462 Broadway, South Portland.
Arrangements are by Lucas & Eaton Funeral Home, 91 Long Sands Rd., York. Visit http://www.lucaseatonfuneralhome.com for online condolences and a full obituary.
In lieu of flowers,
a memorial donation may
be made to the
Maine Veteran’s Home at
Mainevets.org/donate
in support of others who have served our country.
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