Joseph K. Pokorny

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Pokorny, Joseph K. Rochester: Tuesday, October 10, 2017 at age 55. Predeceased by his grandmother, Stefani Pokorny. Survived by his father, Joseph (Ann) Pokorny; mother, Marcia Reckard; lifelong partner, Yvonne Knopick; daughter, Sarah (Reese) Rasnick; grandchildren, Emily and Asher; his siblings, Lynn Marie Pokorny (Ernie), James Pokorny (Deirdre), Tammy Vanderbilt, Lisa Tunley (Curt); nieces and nephews, Joshua and Jennifer, Michael and Tyler, Kristina and Olivia; many loving relatives and dear friends. Joe was a wonderful, giving man who impacted a lot of lives and changed them for the better. He built a thriving business from the ground up and had a work ethic that was hard to match. He always saw the good in people even in the worst of times; he always made light and stayed positive. Friends may call Thursday TODAY (Oct 12th) 4-7 PM at Vay-Schleich & Meeson Funeral Home, 1075 Long Pond Road. His Funeral Service will be held Friday (Oct 13th) 9:30 AM in the chapel of the funeral home. Interment, Mt. Hope Cemetery. In For more information or to sign Joseph’s online guestbook, please visit Meesonfamily.com.

16 Comments

  1. Cosmo D (What Joe would call me) on October 11, 2017 at 12:00 am

    I cherished his friendship and will miss him dearly.



  2. Alicia Soulis on October 11, 2017 at 12:00 am

    Uncle Joe will be missed. Love you Aunt Vonny



  3. Anthony Westbrook on October 11, 2017 at 12:00 am

    You are in my thoughts and prayers. Joe was a true friend and will be missed.



  4. Melanie on October 11, 2017 at 12:00 am

    You will be missed and always in my thoughts and prayers. I love you Aunt Vonny and Lucy too.



  5. Dora Woitena on October 12, 2017 at 12:00 am

    Dear Joe, God knows if Von’s love for you had the power to heal you would have lived forever. May paradise itself will be your reward. May God’s peace be with you as you live on in Christ’s love only a thought and a prayer away with deepest sympathy to all your family and friends.All my love Von’s Mom



  6. Barbara Champion on October 12, 2017 at 12:00 am

    Joey, I thought this day would not come because you have always shown such strength and perseverance. Your impact on us has been profound as you taught us to look at the bad stuff with a smile and appreciate the good stuff more. Although our friendship began long before the days of you and Eddie at Highland Hospital, that experience gave us a special bond never to be broken. You have earned the peace that you must feel now my friend. Who will I ask….Joey P, how you be? I already miss you so much. Much love to Joey, Von, Sarah and the Pokorny Family.



  7. Keith, Cecilia and Jeromy Gordon-Smith on October 12, 2017 at 12:00 am

    Our hearts go out to all of you in your time of sorrow…Joey will be deeply missed.



  8. Chrissy and Jamie Mintz on October 12, 2017 at 12:00 am

    Rest In Peace now Joe. You’re a beacon of light that will shine on even with your passing. Those left behind will remember you always. You’ve touched hearts and minds.



  9. Elise & Gary on October 12, 2017 at 12:00 am

    Rest in Peace, Joe. Heartfelt condolences to Von and family.



  10. Denise Liedmann on October 12, 2017 at 12:00 am

    Sending all my love to Von and the Pokorny family. Joe was a one of a kind man,hold tight to your memories, for they will get you through the toughest times.



  11. Jen on October 12, 2017 at 12:00 am

    Your smile and spirit has only gotten brighter over the past thirty years. And I know you’re the brightest Angel up there now too. You will be so missed. Shine on. You’re forever in our hearts.



  12. Beth Cali on October 13, 2017 at 12:00 am

    I am so sorry for your loss. I knew Joe in school and he was well liked and lots of fun. I remember he smiled most of the time and he had a wonderful sense of humor. May God heal your wounds. Joe has a special place in heaven to be sure. Be blessed.



  13. Heidi Donaldson on October 13, 2017 at 12:00 am

    Joey was an extremely great guy. He will be greatly missed. Thoughts and prayers with the whole family. Love Cousin Heidi Donaldson and Family



  14. Justin Sterling on October 13, 2017 at 12:00 am

    My condolences to all of Joe’s family and friends. I never got to meet Joe in person, unfortunately but he got me started in real estate investing and even managed the couple properties i have for me against his better judgment. We spent many hours on the phone talking a little bit about real estate and a lot about life and I will remember him admiration and love. A truly great mentor, friend and man that will be truly missed by everyone he touched.



  15. Lance Seeber on October 13, 2017 at 12:00 am

    So Sorry for your loss. Joe was a great guy and will be missed. I went to school with Joe, he was a friend to all.



  16. Lisa Grasby on November 5, 2017 at 12:00 am

    i am so sorry to hear of your loss and please know how sorry I am for losing such a great person. I am married to Ann’s middle son and many christmas eve and 4th of july’s we spent with him. May you be at peace and fly high with all the angles now,



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