In loving memory of

Joseph C. Oehler
January 15, 1960 - May 15, 2020

Joseph C. Oehler, 60, of Port Ewen, NY, passed away on Friday, May 15, 2020. He was born on January 15, 1960 in Kingston, son of the late Walter and Eva Oehler.

Joey was a bartender for 25 years in Kingston and most recently worked at Deising's Bakery as a driver. Joey exemplified the true spirit of friendship. He always spoke from the heart and was true to his word. Joey had a deep gratitude and appreciation for life, surviving a heart transplant in 1991. He was generous of his time, support and compassion. He always took the time to say Thank You, even for the smallest of things.

Joey found joy in simple pastimes. He was an avid cook and loved to read. Along with his BFF, he championed the underdog in NASCAR events and was a lifelong fan of the NY Yankees and the NY Giants. He took pleasure in just spending a leisurely afternoon with friends. He had a special fondness for the birds in his yard and "Rocky" the squirrel and spent many peaceful hours by the water, enjoying them.

Joey is survived by his brother, Kurt Oehler, and his cousins, Martin, Micky, Tina, and Ronny Lueck. Joey was predeceased by his brothers, Walt and Tommy Oehler and his parents Walter and Eva Oehler.

Arrangements entrusted to Keyser Funeral & Cremation Service, Port Ewen, NY. A tribute for Joseph can be found at www.KeyserFuneralService.com, where you may leave memories and expressions of sympathy for his family.

Tributes

sco wrote on May 23, 2020:

"To the Oehler family my sincere condolences. I will always remember the Arties days. Scott DiMicco "

Martin c Lueck wrote on May 22, 2020:

"Dear brother Joey so much hurt now thank you for the last days you gave me spending time with you by the water. Ill always respect you for your. Honest words even though i didn't always agree ir was a joy to see you happy im so glad i was with you on your last days. Along with rocky and nature you did it your way heaven gots its hands full now ill be down here having a beer and shot always thinking off you you gave it a good ride say hello up there to our family your brother Kurt"

Martin c Lueck wrote on May 22, 2020:

"Joey was a great man and cousin . He will be greatly missed;( I am sorry for the loss."

Martin c Lueck wrote on May 22, 2020:

"Dear brother Joey so much hurt now thank you for the last days you gave me spending time with you by the water. Ill always respect you for your. Honest words even though i didn't always agree ir was a joy to see you happy im so glad i was with you on your last days. Along with rocky and nature you did it your way heaven gots its hands full now ill be down here having a beer and shot always thinking off you you gave it a good ride say hello up there to our family your brother Kurt"

Ron Smith wrote on May 20, 2020:

"Dear Kurt, My thoughts and prayers are with you at this time May it be of some comfort to know others do share in your loss this day.Remember life has only changed not ended. Our God who love and sustained Joe in this life now holds him in his arms forever. I can only imagine the welcome from your Mom when he came home. God bless. Ron "

Ron Lueck wrote on May 20, 2020:

"Dear Kurt, My sincere condolences to you Cousin! I?m so sorry for the loss of Joey, he will be missed. May you look on the good times that were shared and memories that were captured during this difficult time . With peace, my thoughts and prayers are with you."

Stephan Lueck wrote on May 20, 2020:

"Dear Kurt, I 'm so sorry to hear of Joey's passing. My heartfelt sympathy goes out to you.Stay strong!!"

Tina Lueck wrote on May 19, 2020:

"Dear Kurt, I'm so sorry to hear about the loss of your brother. Your family has had so much heartache and I just hope you can find some peace ??"

Patty Jordan wrote on May 19, 2020:

"Dear Kurt - I'm so sorry to hear of Joe's passing. You are in my thoughts and I'm sending you my heartfelt sympathy. All the best to you - Patty Jordan"

Kim and Tom Devens wrote on May 18, 2020:

"Kurt, we are so sorry to hear of Joe's passing. We both have so many good memories with you all up on the hill. Kim and Tom Devens "

Bo Koeppen wrote on May 18, 2020:

"One of my dearest Sunday friends. Many ... MANY fond memories of you, our parties together, My first Thanksgiving without Mom on North front street. Your fondness for both my parents and your don't give a shit attitude. You will be missed so very much. It has been an absolute pleasure being a part of your life. I thank you for that. Please while your at the side of God, have a beer with Mom and Dad. Be at peace my friend."

Kevin Jordan wrote on May 18, 2020:

"Kurt, So sorry to hear about Joe. You probably know we lost Michael a year ago and it takes time to recover. I have so many great memories of time spent with you guys, the lodge, Res. Inn, Lounsbury Place, baseball games, Uncle Bill, Bibsy, WAB working together. We had a pretty good run, didn't we? Anyway, as I wipe away tears, I just wanted to offer my heartfelt sympathy to you . I would love to get together sometime when this virus madness is over. All my best. Kevin and Teri Jordan"

Holly Clearwater wrote on May 18, 2020:

"Kurt, I am SO sorry to hear about Joey, He was a wonderful man and neighbor. My deepest condolences and sympathy to you and your family. My Joey rest in peace."