Joseph A.  Pawlus, age 55, of Griffith, passed away on Sunday, August 10, 2025. He is survived by his wife Melissa; daughter, Lilly Pawlus; grandson, Jasiah; mothers, Genene Kambs and Judy Pawlus; sisters, Emily, Lauren, Alison, Jamie, and brother John.

Joseph is preceded in death by his fathers: George Branch and George Pawlus.

Funeral services will be held on Thursday, August 21, 2025, at 7:00pm at White Funeral Home with Pastor José Burgos officiating. Friends may meet with family Thursday, August 21, 2025, from 5:00-7:00pm at White Funeral Home located at 921 W. Glen Park Avenue (45th Ave.) in Griffith.

Joseph was a special education teacher at 21st Century Charter School. He was an avid reader, loved everything Harry Potter, MMA, Theater, Jujitsu, and music.

For more information, please contact White Funeral Home at (219)-924-4100, or visit our website at www.whitefuneralhomeofgriffith.com