Joseph Thomas Geary Jr.

Joseph Thomas Geary, Jr., was born on Tuesday, October 26, 1948, in Harrisburg, Pennsylvania, to the late Joseph Thomas Geary, Sr., and Anna (Miller) Geary. Joseph was educated in the Susquehanna Township School District, where his lively spirit and good humor began to shine early on. At just nineteen years old, he was drafted into the United States Army and proudly served his country during the Vietnam War. While in Vietnam, he saw combat and was exposed to Agent Orange, which would leave lasting effects on his health. He was honorably discharged in June of 1970, carrying with him the scars of battle and a severe, chronic case of PTSD, yet he continued through life with courage, resilience, and humor that never faded. After returning home, Joseph spent time at VA hospitals and held various jobs throughout his life, with one of his favorites being a “hot walker” for horses in Oregon. This role perfectly matched his calm, steady nature and love for animals. In Harrisburg, he was often seen riding around town on his scooter with his loyal daughter-dog, Lady, his dog of seventeen years, sitting proudly at his feet. Together, they brought smiles to everyone they encountered. Known for his cheerful personality, contagious humor, and positive outlook, Joseph had a way of lifting spirits wherever he went; nothing ever got him down. In his leisure, he was often found chatting on his CB radio under the name “Cowboy 603,” fishing, traveling, cooking, or listening to music very loudly. He enjoyed watching ABC World News at 6:30 p.m. and was an avid Pittsburgh Steelers fan. Above all, he cherished spending time with his family and friends. While at Osteopathic, Harrisburg, on Friday, October 10, 2025, at seventy-six years of age, Joseph transitioned from time to eternity, joining his parents; his brothers, Frank Geary, Russell Geary, and William “Bill” Geary; his sisters, Jeanne Geary, Eleanor Sloane, Valerie Geary and Faye Lumpkin; and his beloved daughter-dog, Lady. Joseph leaves to cherish his memory his special friend, Jennifer Harter; his children, Jamille, Monica, Tracy, Jason, and Joseph; fifteen grandchildren and one great-grandchild; his family friend, Joyce Washington; his brothers, George “Lennie” Geary and Bruce “Bootsie” Geary; and a host of nieces, nephews, extended family members and friends. Service of interment will be on October 31, 2025, at Indiantown Gap National Cemetery at 10:00 A.M. Family and friends will be received for a fellowship repast at Highlands Hall, 10 Mars Street, Harrisburg, PA 17113 at 1 P.M. - Until.

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Joseph Thomas Geary Jr.

October 26, 1948 - October 10, 2025