Joseph A. Janowicz 85, of Elyria passed away Thursday January 17, 2013 at The Center Ridge Health Campus in North Ridgeville. Joseph was a retired steam fitter/ pipe fitter. He had served in the U.S. Navy during World War II. Joseph was a former member of Holy Cross Catholic Church. He had lettered in football, basketball, and golf in high school; and was a lifelong avid golfer. Joseph was also a life member of The Elyria United Polish Club. Survivors include his wife of sixty five years; Nancy (nee: Weisman), a son; Gregory M. Janowicz of Columbus, three grandchildren; Aimee, Michael (Megan),and Alison Janowicz, three great grandchildren; Thomas, James, and Maggie Janowicz, a sister; Ida Vavzincak of Elyria, a brother; Henry Janowicz of Elyria. He was preceded in death by a daughter; Jill Anne Janowicz, his parents; Felix and Veronica (nee: Mujwit) Janowicz, a sister; Mary Urig, and five brothers; John, Ed, Frank, Ben and Vic Janowicz. All services were private. Burial at St. Mary Cemetery in Elyria. Memorial contributions in Joseph's memory can be sent to Juvenile Diabetes Foundation International 4500 Rockside Rd. Suite 420 Cleveland, OH 44131. Funeral arrangements were entrusted to The Laubenthal-Mercado Funeral Home and Cremation Service of Elyria (440)322-4626. Online condolences can be expressed at www.laubenthalmercado.com