Joseph G. Mallette Jr. Obituary (1961 - 2024)

OGDENSBURG- Funeral services for Joseph G. Mallette Jr., 63, of Ogdensburg will be private. Mr. Mallette died unexpectedly on April 3, 2024 at his home. Arrangements are under the care and direction of Frary Funeral Home and Cremation Services. Joseph G. Mallette Jr. was born on January 24, 1961 in Sumter, South Carolina. He was the son of the late Joseph G. and Jean R. (Everett) Mallette. He was raised by his aunt, Mary Brenno in Ogdensburg. He attended Ogdensburg Free Academy. On June 9th, 1986 he married Wendy Martin, their marriage would later end in divorce, but they remained very close friends. Early in Joseph's career he worked for the St. Lawrence Psychiatric Center, Duke's Root Control and finally Little Italy for the past ten years in charge of maintenance, but assisted in all aspects of the restaurant's operation. Joseph loved to listen to music, watch old movies, and spend time with his grandchildren. He was a good man who would help anyone and was loved by everyone. He is survived by his aunt and adoptive mother Mary Brenno of Ogdensburg, his son; Jonathan Martin and his wife Jennifer Prescott of Ottawa, Josh Mallette and his wife Melvina of Ottawa and Jason Martin and his spouse Cory Sambell of Kemptville, Ontario. Also surviving are his grandchildren; Jaiden Martin, Amira, Alaylah, Tatum, Zoe, Zackary and Mason Mallette. His siblings; Mark Mallette and his wife Tracy of Ogdensburg, Scott Brenno of Ogdensburg and Teresa Brenno of Ogdensburg also survive him as well as several aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews and cousins. He was predeceased by his son; Joseph G. Mallette III, and his siblings; Robert Brenno and Heather Ann Brenno. Donations in Joseph's memory may be made to the St. Lawrence Valley SPCA P.O. Box 594 Ogdensburg, NY 13669. Online condolences may be made at www.fraryfuneralhome.com. _____________________________________________________________________