Joseph D. Gagliardi, 95, of Windsor Locks and formerly a longtime resident of East Hartford, CT passed away Tuesday, May 12, 2020. Joseph was predeceased by his loving wife, Lorraine (McNamara) Gagliardi in 2009. Born in East Hartford, CT on July 11, 1924, the son of the late Joseph and Louise (Opito) Gagliardi. He was a high school graduate from Thomas Snell Weaver High School in 1942. Following graduation, Joseph was employed as a machinist by Pratt & Whitney Machine Tool of West Hartford, CT for 47 years. Joseph was a United States Navy Veteran who served in World War II from 1943 to 1946. Joseph was a loving husband, father, grandfather, brother and uncle who was always willing to lend a hand with guidance, a repair and to support those he cared for any way possible. He enjoyed woodworking, golf, fishing with a friend, watching a little league baseball game, spend time with his grandchildren and just being with family. Joseph was survived by his daughter, Karen (Gagliardi) Cunningham, his granddaughter and husband, Megan (Cunningham) Kendrick and Christopher Kendrick, his grandson, Brian Cunningham and his great granddaughter, Kinsley Rayne Kendrick. He also leaves many nieces, nephews, great nieces and great nephews. Joseph was also predeceased by his two sisters, Sadie (Gagliardi) Lupinacci and Rose (Gagliardi) Yacovino. Relatives and friends are invited to a Funeral Mass on Saturday, July 25, 2020 at 10 am at St. Patrick’s Church, 64 Pearl Street, followed by burial with Navy military honors in St. Patrick’s King Street Cemetery, all in Enfield. Please remember to wear a mask and to keep proper distancing. The family asks, if you are able, please make a donation in his memory to a food bank or a charity providing services to those in need during this present crisis. For online condolences, please visit www.brownefuneralchapel.com