Cavanagh Joseph E. of East Northport, on January 8th, 2009 in his 87th year. ( Former Comm. Of Labor for the Co. of Suffolk Business agent for local #25 I.B.E.W. and Legislative and Political Director of I.B.E.W., Washington D.C.) Loving Husband of Margaret 'Peggy' (Nee Mc Laughlin) Cavanagh. Beloved Father of Brian J. (Kathleen), Michael D. (Cathleen), Patricia A., Colleen M. Cavanagh-Bendernagel (Thomas), Terrance J. (Robyn), and the Late Kevin P. (Eileen). Devoted to his Fifteen Grandchildren, and his two Great-Grandchildren. Pre-Deceased by his 2 sisters Catherine Conway & Annamarie Brogan, a Brother James E. Cavanagh, and one Great-Grandchild. Reposing Nolan & Taylor-Howe Funeral Home, 5 Laurel Avenue, Northport, Saturday and Sunday 2-5, and 7-9 PM. Funeral Mass Monday 9:45 AM St. Anthony of Padua Church, East Northport, Interment Calverton National Cemetery. In Lieu of Flowers donations to V.N.S. Hospice of Suffolk, 505 Mains Street, Northport, NY 11768, or an Organization or Charity of your Choice in Joseph's Memory appreciated.