Joe Coulombe
June 3, 1930 - February 28, 2020
I just found out about Joe's passing. My condolences are sent to his family. He will be remembered by millions of people throughout the United States. My thoughts and prayers for his remaining family members and friends are with you all.
Posted by: linda dillon - Granbury, TX - acquaintance
Aug 31, 2020
Posted by: VALENDA NEWELL - INDIANAPOLIS, IN
Apr 16, 2020
The family has my condolences for what seemed like a fantastic humane being. God be vwith you.
Posted by: - AL
Apr 12, 2020
Mr Coulombe was a man who cared about his employees and demonstrated it. My condolences to the family for your loss. God be with you.
Posted by: HV
Apr 12, 2020
Grief can be so hard, but our special memories help us cope. Remembering you and your loved one today and always.
Posted by: A friend
Mar 22, 2020
The brightest star in the Coulombe family. What a loss, but, on the other hand, what a great life lived to the hilt!
He sent be $80.00 many years ago, so that I would continue to write the "Coulombe Family of North America" book I worked on for many years. He and his son bought books. My sincere best wishes. He was a 7th cousin to me. I am proud to have him as a relative.
Posted by: Paul Coulombe - Gorham, NH - family
Mar 19, 2020
Nice to see the face of the person who found Trader Joe, a very popular place for my family,my condolences goes out to the family, he will be remembered may you be comforted by the God of all comfort in this difficult times
Posted by: New York
Mar 17, 2020
My condolences to the family. I love Trader Joe's, it's the kind of store, you can go into and find all sights of delicious items. It's good to know who the founder is.
Posted by: A friend
Mar 11, 2020
Sincerest Condolences to the Coulombe Family and friends , Trader Joes is an Icon of California , thank you for such a great contribution to community and to the people of California
Posted by: Michael Crismani - LA, CA - Friend
Mar 10, 2020
My sincere condolences to the Coulombe family and business family/friends. I am a frequent shopper at Trader Joe's. May God and fond memories provide comfort, peace, and endurance to the family, today, tomorrow, and always.
Posted by: A friend
Mar 09, 2020
created a lot of jobs that raised a awful lot of families . a good man
Posted by: mick scanlan - dublin, IL - friend
Mar 09, 2020
Joe graduated one year ahead of me from San Diego High School in 1947. He opened Trader Joes in Pasadena, Ca. but was raised in San Diego, Ca. He was always friendly & kind. We were all proud of his accomplishments. My condolences to his Family..Joe was a "GOOD JOE".
Posted by: Barbara Monroy Urso - San Diego, CA - Classmate
Mar 07, 2020
Condolences to the family,
Your dear ones has left a full legacy that can never be forgotten. From the many endearing words on this site he was not only an exceptional person to work for but a good human being.
You are not alone. Please lean on family and close friends for support. Draw comfort from the many encouraging scriptural texts on this site too.
Posted by: Linda L. - NY
Mar 07, 2020
Robert "Bob" Gjerde
Posted by: Bob Gjerde - Vista, CA
Mar 04, 2020
My deepest condolences to your family. May your hearts be filled with the memories of your loved one.
Posted by: A friend
Mar 04, 2020
Joe had a very generous spirit. A wonderful quality and much needed in this world. My condolences to you for your loss and may the God of all comfort be with you.
Posted by: A friend
Mar 03, 2020
My sympathies to the friends and family of Joe; my thoughts and prayers are with them.
Posted by: A friend
Mar 03, 2020
My condolences.
Posted by: A friend
Mar 03, 2020
My heart goes out to the Coulombe family, so very sorry for your loss, may God be with all of you to give you comfort and strength as you go through this time of your sorrow.
Posted by: A friend
Mar 03, 2020
Love Trader Joe's, so sorry to hear of the loss.
Posted by: Ann Stokman - Greendale, WI
Mar 03, 2020
May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived.
Posted by: A friend
Mar 02, 2020
Thank you Joe, for a wonderful life, my husband has worked for Traders for 45+ years, the company has been our life! I remember having parties at your home. It was truly a pleasure knowing you and watching your success over all the years! Thanks again for all your wisdom and making our lives so wonderful!
Posted by: Ilene Seaward - Snohomish, WA - coworker
Mar 02, 2020
Though I never met him, I love the legacy of the grocery story. I am happy every time I enter one of the stores. He was a contemporary of my father and that charms me. I hope they meet on a celestial plane.
Posted by: A friend
Mar 02, 2020
I , ALWAYS WOULD GO INTO TRADER JOE'S STORE WITH MY BOYFRIEND AND , PICK EVERYTHING FOR MY HOUSE ..... SO , GOD BLESS YOU !!!!!!! JOEY JOHN 2:07-2:25 ???????
Posted by: MEGAN BONNIE HENLEY - WARWICK, RI
Mar 02, 2020
I am so sorry about the loss of Joe. I love Trader Joes!! The Coulombe family has my deepest condolences. As the days, weeks and months pass during this difficult time, may you continue to be surrounded and comforted with the love and support that is needed and by fond memories of Joe.
Posted by: Emlyn
Mar 02, 2020
I , HAVE GONE TO TRADER JOE'S A WHOLE LOT TO BUY LOTS OF FOODS AND SNACKS FOR MY HOUSE ........ ADIOS AMIGOS TO YOU !!!!!!!! JAMES 2:15 ........JOHN 2:07-2:25 ????????? MATTHEW 26:12-26:71 .......... HOSEA 3:02 ....... & PROVERBS 4:10 ..........
Posted by: KIARA SHERYL WILLIAMS - NORTH PROVIDENCE, RI
Mar 02, 2020
We love Trader Joe. Our deepest condolences to the family. We pray that God continues to strengthen and comfort you all during this difficult period.
Posted by: A friend
Mar 02, 2020
Sir:
Loved shopping in Trader Joe's!
Now you can rest in Heaven.
Condolences to family, friends and all your customers.
Posted by: A friend
Mar 02, 2020
