Joseph Edward Hans lll age 45, of Mantua Twp. passed away suddenly on Friday, December 25, 2020. Born at Our Lady of Lourdes Hospital in Camden, NJ, he attended Highland High School in Gloucester Twp. He enjoyed playing hockey as a goalie, and enjoyed playing baseball in his younger years. Joe loved music, especially Kurt Cobain and was an avid sports fan of the Green Bay Packers, New Jersey Devils, Chicago Cubs and the Philadelphia 76ers. Most of all he loved being a proud father to his children.

Joe is survived by his children, Taylor Jeanna Hans of Baltimore, MD, Ciarra Renee Hans of Ayden, NC and Martin Scott Hans of Ayden, NC, his mother, Debra Lynne Hans of Mantua Twp. NJ, his father, Joseph Edward Hans Jr. of TN, two sisters, Shannon Lee Deschler & her husband Brian of Mantua Twp., NJ, Tabitha Arroyo & her husband Daniel of Woodbury Heights, NJ and proud uncle of one nephew and four nieces. He was also survived by his best friends, Jason Burgess and Richard Moore. Joe was predeceased by his grandmother, Leora Plymire and good friend, Daniel Austin.

Family and Friends may visit from 1 PM to 2:30 PM on Sunday, January 3rd at Smith Funeral Home, 47 Main Street, Mantua, NJ where a Time of Sharing will be held at 2:30 PM. Memories and condolences can be shared at www.smithfhmantua.com