Joseph A. Gavin, age 78, U.S. Navy Seal Veteran of the Vietnam War, passed away peacefully on October 17, 2021. Joseph is the loving husband of Carmella, nee Presta, for 43 wonderful years; beloved father of Lynda Cappelletti and Mark Gavin; cherished grandfather of Rocco Cappelletti; dearest brother of the late Pat Karr, Mary Ellen Pucinski and Richard Gavin; fond uncle of many. Visitation Friday, October 22, 2021, from 9:00 a.m. until the  Funeral Service 11:30 a.m. at Cumberland Chapels 8300 W. Lawrence Ave., Norridge, IL.  The entombment will follow at All Saints Mausoleum in Des Plaines. In lieu off flowers, donations to a veteran's charity of your choice would be appreciated. For more information www.cumberlandchapels.com or (708)456-8300.