BENNINGTON- Joseph A. Fleece Jr., 76, a resident of Bennington, VT passed away on November 9th, 2022 at Bennington Health and Rehab. He was born in Winooski, Vermont on October 30th, 1946 to the late Eva Benoit and Joseph Fleece. Joseph grew up in Winooski and attended some college classes, following which, he enlisted in the United States Marine Corps. Joseph was an avid lover of the Price is Right, motorcycles, and old western movies. It was a long-held dream of Joseph’s to be able to attend a live taping of the Price is Right at the completion of a cross country motorcycle ride. Unfortunately, Joseph’s illnesses prevented him from living out this dream, but could never quell his dreamer’s spirit. Joseph is survived by his sister Betty Hayes. At this time there will be no services for Joseph. Should friends or family desire, memorial contributions in honor of Joseph may be made to the VA through the office of the Mahar and Son Funeral Home 628 Main St. Bennington, VT 05201. Online guestbook condolences may be made at www.maharandsonfuneralhome.net