Joseph Arnold Trudeau, of Sandy Hook, died suddenly on Sunday, November 27. He was born in Danbury, Conn., on November 24, 1941, to the late Donat Trudeau and Helen Longley.

He is survived by his loving wife of 56 years, Sharon (Glover) Trudeau; his son, Joseph, and daughter-in-law, Marcie, of Watertown; his daughter, Danielle, of Stamford; two beloved grandchildren, Brielle and Garrett; sisters Cynthia Yeates (Chris) of Brookfield and Sandra Trudeau of Middlebury; brother Robert (Jean), of Torrington, several nieces and nephews; and grand-dog Milo.

He was predeceased by his brothers William and Richard, and sister Judy.

He was a United States Army veteran, stationed in South Korea.

Prior to his retirement, he worked as an auto parts salesman in Sandy Hook, Newtown, Bethel, and Danbury.

Joe loved his family, the New York Yankees, and traveling the world.

He was a true friend, loved by all, and will be missed.

Friends may call Friday, December 2, from 5 to 8 pm and Saturday, December 3, from 9 to 11 am at the Honan Funeral Home, 58 Main Street, Newtown. Interment will immediately follow at St Rose Cemetery.

In lieu of flowers, donations can be made in his honor to the Wounded Warrior Project or the American Heart Association.