Joseph (Joe) Guy Baiamonte
Joseph (Joe) Guy Baiamonte, of Houston, TX died at Kindred Hospital, while in the company of his loving wife, Nancy Baiamonte on January 27, 2021. He was 74 years old. In addition to Nancy, his wife and best friend of 49 years, Joe is survived by his daughter Brenda and her husband Christopher Volgenau, his son Matthew Baiamonte and his fiancée Candice Williamson, and his sister Rose Mary Mayes Rafuse.
Joe was born on October 31, 1946 in Houston, TX, to Tony and Mary Louise Baiamonte. Joe was of Italian descent and relished his Italian upbringing and loved all things Italian. Equally proud of being a Texan, Joe lived in a number of Texas cities before settling in Clear Lake, TX in 1992. Joe was kind, friendly and had an outsized personality to match his heart. He would charm friends and strangers alike with his quick wit and welcoming demeanor. Every interaction with Joe left one feeling better about the day and better about themselves. Joe’s outgoing personality served him well as a sales representative for a number of organizations through the years. Joe finished his career in marine electrical sales at Conch Company, where he considered his associates as his second family and where he was loved by his clients.
Joe was passionate about a number of things, but he particularly loved dove hunting and rarely missed the opportunity to gather with family and spend opening weekend in a dove field. The hunting was always secondary to spending time with those he loved.
Joe was a great friend to many and most importantly to him, he was a devoted husband and father… the best “Daddy” ever. The term “good man” is overused today but Joe was the embodiment of the true meaning of that phrase. He lived his life by the golden rule, treating everyone like he would want to be treated, and he wished the very best for everyone. The world is better for the time that Joe was on Earth and he will be remembered for the joy he brought to so many lives. The family takes comfort that Joe knew how much he was loved but he will be missed more than he could ever know.
Joe’s ashes will be interred in the columbarium at St. Thomas The Apostle Episcopal Church in Nassau Bay, TX. Out of an abundance of caution for those dearest to Joe, the celebration of Joe’s life will be held in the future and the date has not yet been determined. Please feel free to contact Nancy Baiamonte at nancyb02texas@yahoo.com.
Nancy,
Danny and I were devastated to hear of Joe’s passing. We have so many wonderful memories of Joe, that we will always treasure. We are extremely thankful that you and Joe were able to come to Danny’s 70 th birthday and we were able to spend some time together. You, Brenda and Matt are in our prayers. 🙏
May God wrap you in His loving arms during this difficult time.
Love always, Debbie and Danny
Touching tribute and so very true! Being with him was always much more than just pleasant, it was special as was he.
Joe brightened my life with his quick wit and abundant smiles. I looked forward to opening my email every day because there was, more often than not, a funny or two from Joe. I already miss that. Joe was my friend for 50+ years. It is hard to even think about him not being there for another 50 years. He was truly a good man!
Joe and Nancy were our next door neighbors in San Antonio and we visited them several times throughout the years in Houston. Joe’s “joie de vivre” and the twinkle in his eye always “charmed” me, too! He always had a welcome hug and took us to some of the old haunts in Houston for “good eats.” I will always remember his love of all things sports!
Dear Nancy I am so sad to hear about Joe. He truly was a special man! I loved his sense of humor and his outlook on life. He always made me laugh and I loved his stories. His tribute says it all so well. You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers and Joe will always have a special place in my heart.
Our Deepest Sympathies with Love Dedra and David Flynn
Joe was “one of a kind” and a true gentleman in every sense of the word. He was most supportive of our little thrift shop, The Nearly New, and helped assure that our unsold goods would go to those in need. This involved an early morning pickup in Nassau Bay, trip to Galveston and back to Clear Lake — the better part of a Saturday (and with no complaints). Together, he and Nancy set a valuable example!
Nancy, I am very sorry for the loss of your Joe. He will still be there for you and will be watching over you. I wish I could have known him better but I certainly know he was respected highly and loved by Brenda and my son, Christopher.
They will be a tremendous support in your grief.
Thinking of you during this difficult time in you life,
Pat Tenore
Whenever I think of my precious cousin Joe I think of his smiling face and the sparkle in his eyes. When he was around there was always a party. And that’s what he brought to our Dovehunt every year. We only saw each other once a year at the Dovehunt but he and I talked many times during the year. He would call and check on us and I would call and check on him now . No matter what was going on whenever we talked I always hung up the phone with a smile on my face. He was a wonderful man and I will miss him so much rest in peace cousin Joe I know you’re in heaven with the rest of our wonderful family.
Boundless Love and Light to the Baiamonte family and loved ones of Joe. I wish i could have spent more time with the father of my wonderful sister-in-law, Brenda. Yet I am very grateful to have experienced Joe’s kind and generous nature during the wedding and a few holiday/family gatherings. I sending healing wishes and love to all the lives Joe has touched, especially Nancy, Brenda and Matt. ♡
Nancy, Brenda, Matt, Chris and Candice,
Joe’s loss has left a huge hole in my heart. I cannot image what you must be feeling. He was truly a gentle giant. Strong and assured. The dove hunt will never be the same. One thing is sure…he is in heaven with Uncle Tony, Aunt Mary, my mom and my dad. God bless you. You are all in our prayers.
Dearest Nancy, Brenda & Matt: I am awash in sadness with Joe’s passing. Even though we lost touch with one another for far to many years, our re-connection in the recent past can only be described as a gift. I saw him relatively often during the first 18 years of my life. His great warmth and mischievous ways meant some kind of adventure or fun would happen whenever he popped in. But make no mistake, even as a young man, Joe was honorable through and through. One knew it, felt it, saw it. My heart breaks for the indescribable loss you all must feel but take great comfort in knowing God brought Joe home because God needed another angel! our love, Cyndi & Glenn Boris