Joseph A. Macknicki Sr. of Windham, CT joined our Lord on Tuesday, May 26, 2015 after a brief but severe illness; he was 74. Joseph grew up in the Greenville section of Norwich and attended the Norwich Free Academy. He worked in the food service industry for most of his life. Joseph had a passion for automobiles, and enjoyed attending car shows. He is survived by his son, Joseph A. Macknicki Jr. and his wife Robin; and daughter, Jean Annette. A memorial service will be held at 7:00PM on Tuesday, June 2, 2015, at Potter Funeral Home, 456 Jackson St. (Rte. 195) Willimantic, calling hours will be held 1 hour prior. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Saint Joseph's Church.