Joseph “Joe” Baccala, 71, of Westminster, MD, passed away peacefully on November 18, 2025. Born in Washington, D.C., he was the son of the late Frank and Michelina Baccala. Joe was the devoted husband of Kathy Baccala for 40 years and father to Dominic, Vincent, and Gianna. A graduate of DeMatha Catholic High School and the University of Maryland, he enjoyed football and lifelong friendships. Joe worked 42 years as a commercial HVAC technician and was known for his skill and integrity. He cherished family, cooking, gardening, and sports. A longtime parishioner of St. John Catholic Church, he is survived by family and loved ones.



