Joseph J. DuFore Obituary
We announce the death of Joseph J. DuFore of East Syracuse, New York, who passed away on July 4, 2026, at the age of 81. Joseph will be remembered by family members, friends, and others whose lives were connected in meaningful ways. Leave a sympathy message to the family on the memorial page of Joseph J. DuFore to pay them a last tribute.
Joseph will be remembered for the impact he had on the lives of those around him. Friends, family, and colleagues will cherish their memories and the time shared. Those who knew Joseph will remember moments of kindness, warmth, and presence. Though words cannot fully capture his life, the legacy of connections and experiences remains. Joseph’s absence will be deeply felt by those who valued his companionship.
He is survived by: his wife Shirley A. DuFore; his son Richard DuFore (Laurie); his grandchildren, Arika Sager (Michael), Nicole Bittel (Randall) and Brett DuFore (Phoenix); his great grandchildren, Evan, Wyatt, Julian and Isabelle; and his sister Helen Lord.
In memory of Joseph, kindly consider a donation to the East Syracuse Fire Department.
