Birth date: Sep 24, 1950 Death date: Feb 24, 2015
Joseph Antone Flori passed away peacefully in his sleep on the morning of February 24, 2015 due to complications from pancreatic cancer. Joe is survived by his wife of 18 years, Brenda, and his five children--Clayton, Tyler, Chad Read Obituary
Joe was a good friend of mine in High School. We had great times on the river dragging the gut and on and on. After school I moved to Washington and went in the military and lost touch with Joe. It is sad to hear of his passing. My Sincere condolences to Joe's family.
I started with the County in September of 1995. In December of that same year I was sent from the tax office to the Assessor's office full time for training. Joe was the first person to latch onto me. I think that he was able to see something in me that I didn't see in myself at the time and he wanted to nurture that and make me the best that I could possibly be. He was always protective. Like a big brother who wanted to make sure nothing bad ever happened to me. He would walk by and softly punch my shoulder and I know it was his way of showing affection. He was my mentor, my friend, my surrogate big brother. He was gruff on the outside and a big soft teddy bear inside. He was a good man, a strong man. He will be missed every single day. I am honored that I had the opportunity to work with him, know him and love him. He shaped my life in ways he will never know and for that I will be forever grateful.
Joe was a dedicated servant to all of the citizens of Columbia county and we were all a little bit better for knowing him. I will miss our conversations regarding the history of the community and his friendship. Rest in peace my friend and I will look forward to seeing you on the other side someday in the future.
Greg Payne
Joe was the perfect example of how to be a man I was proud to call him my father! I am going to miss him for the rest of my life but carry on everything that he has taught me over the years. You will truly be missed Joey!!!
My condolences to the Flori family. Isaiah 33:24 reads: No resident will say: "I am sick". Yes soon you will no longer worry or pain from losing a loved one to death because of sickness such as cancer, for it will be gone, never to return. May this bring you and your family some comfort and strength in your days ahead.
I'm going to miss you friend. Foosball will never be the same without you. Karin
Joe will be missed by all of his colleagues at Columbia County. He exemplified dedication to his profession, and the true professionalism of his position, and the example of how service oriented our employees truly are. He was a great person, family man and friend. Rest in peace, Joe.
Columbia County Board of Commissioners
