Joseph C. Forte 69 of Hyannis died Friday March 8, 2019 at Cape Cod Hospital.

Born in Boston, Joseph was the son of the late Andrew J. and Antonetta (Venuti) Forte.  He attended Boston Public Schools and was a retired MWRA employee.

Joseph served in the U.S. Navy during the Vietnam War and was honorably discharged with the rank of Seaman in 1969.   

He is survived by three brothers, Andrew J. Jr, Fr. Anthony J. and Michael J. Forte; several nieces and nephews; and his loving friend, Denise Deziel.

A graveside service will be held at 12:30 p.m. Thursday March 14 in Chandler Gray Cemetery, 161 Old Mill Way, West Yarmouth.

Visitation will precede the service from 11 a.m. to 12 p.m. in the Hallett Funeral Home, 273 Station Ave., South Yarmouth.

As an expression of sympathy, memorial donations may be made to Ryan’s Angels Foundation, 74 Pine Ridge Rd., Reading MA 01867,  www.ryansangels.com.

Our thoughts and prayers are with the Forte family during this sad time. Joey was a thoughtful, kind and genuine person with a warm heart for people and animals (even strays he found on the street). He will be missed. May he rest in peace. Maureen, Bill, Michelle & Marissa Berardi

You will truly be missed cuz !!!!! Fly with Angels!!!

You will truly be missed cuz !!!!! Fly with Angels!!!