Joseph "Dex" Dexter

Mr. Joseph “Dex” “Joe” Dexter, age 45, of Utica, passed away on Monday, October 19, 2009 at the Faxton-St. Luke's Healthcare Center after fighting a courageous battle against cancer for over a year. Born in Utica on November 5, 1963, Joseph is the son of Phyllis (Cittadino) Medley and the late Larry Dexter. Raised and educated in Utica, he attended Utica Free Academy. At one time, he shared a 13 year union with Anet Dexter. Dex applied his mechanical expertise during the years he worked at Tallman’s Tire & Auto Service. He later entered the plumbing and electrical trades and held positions at the Greater Electric Corporation and Grimaldi’s Heating and Sheetmetal, Inc. Family was important to Dex, and he could always be counted on to help his friends and loved ones. He had a heart of gold, but always held true to his convictions. He enjoyed gathering around campfires with family and friends and camping in the Adirondacks where he would always be the last man to turn in for the night. He was a lifetime softball player and a fan of the Buffalo Bills and NASCAR. Dex is survived by his devoted mother, Phyllis Medley and her husband, Douglas Medley of Poland; his sisters and brothers-in-law, “Dee” and Craig Gray of Deerfield, and Kim and Chris Millington of Frankfort; and his brothers and sisters-in-law, David and Lora Dexter of Cold Brook, Larry Dexter of N. Utica, Jonathan and Bev Medley of FL, Christian and Wendy Medley of NJ, and Robbie Kreimeyer of TX. Survivors also include his nieces, nephews, and cousins, Josh, Megan, Karlie, Austin, Jillian, Christopher, and Connor; his step-mother, Jeanette Dexter of PA; his aunts and uncles; his friends, John Ollerenshaw, Mike Welch, and Mike Kline who was his best friend for over 30 years; and his many friendships established over the years. The family wishes to thank Joe’s angels, the entire staff of the 6th floor at the Faxton-St. Luke’s Healthcare Center, Dr. Atul Butala, and Dr. Alicia DeTraglia for their compassionate care. In keeping with Dex's wishes, there will be no public visitation. Relatives and friends are respectfully invited to attend Dex's Memorial Service which will be celebrated on Thursday at St. Mary of Mt. Carmel/Blessed Sacrament Parish at 11:00. The family will receive visitors at the conclusion of the service. Arrangements have been entrusted to the Eannace Funeral Home, Inc., 932 South St., corner of Hammond Ave.

Joseph "Dex" Dexter

November 5, 1963 - October 19, 2009