Joseph Paul Sirois

Portland – Joseph Paul Sirois, 35, passed away at his home Portland on August 1, 2025. Joe was born on February 11, 1990, in Fort Lauderdale, FL, son of the late Paul and Beverly (Hallett) Sirois.

Joe grew up in Waterville, attending schools there and in Lewiston. In high school, he was a standout athlete in track and field, excelling in discus and shot put throwing, he also played as a defensive lineman on the football team, earning a varsity letter for his performance. He attended vocational school, where he discovered his passion for trades.

Following graduation, Joe began his career working on cars and in residential construction as an apprentice. He later moved into infrastructure construction, traveling across New England to build bridges and other projects. Joe loved working outdoors, using his hands, and the physical challenges of construction.

Known for his charisma and vibrant personality, Joe made friends easily and was well liked wherever he went. He maintained close ties with his high school friends, especially his childhood best friend, Max Beal, with whom he shared countless days fishing and boating on Max’s family’s lake. Joe loved going out to eat, enjoying margaritas, seafood, clam bakes, and barbecues. He had a special love for music of all kinds, from metal and hard rock to R&B. A talented musician, he played violin, bass, drums, and keyboard. He loved his motorcycle, a Harley he painted purple, only selling it when his son was born.

Family meant everything to Joe. He was especially close to his father, often talking to him on the phone while on long drives for work. Joe met the love of his life, Phoenix, during a difficult time for them both. Together, they lifted each other up, building a better life and a family they deeply cherished. The birth of his son soon after his father’s passing in 2020 gave him renewed purpose and joy during a dark time.
Joe will be remembered for his charismatic and vibrant personality, his problem-solving skills and street smarts, and his easy-going nature.

Joe is predeceased by his Uncle and aunt/ godmother. He is survived by the love of his life and the mother of his child, Phoenix Grove, and their child, Kobe Grove- Sirois; brothers, Josh and Jacob Sirois and his partner Malcolm Bennett; aunts and uncles, Collette, Anne, Thomas and his wife Janet Sirois, Elizabeth and her husband Robert Letellier, and Brenda Tonolini; mother-in-law Jeanie Grove; childhood friend, Max Beal; and many other beloved extended family members and friends.

Services will be held at a later date.