Joseph Michael "Joe" Belanger, 50, of Port Republic passed away February 26, 2019. He was born October 3, 1968 in Washington, DC to Robert Jean and Margaret (Glading) Belanger. Joe was raised in Huntingtown and graduated from Northern High School in 1986. He was employed as a carpenter with Case Remodeling and Design in Bethesda. When Joe was younger, he enjoyed racing motocross and as he got older, he enjoyed hunting and fishing.

Joe is survived by his parents Robert and Margaret Belanger of Surfside Beach, SC, brother Robert Belanger and wife Casondra of Huntingtown, nephews Justin and Harlan Belanger and numerous aunts, uncles, and cousins. Arrangements by Rausch Funeral Home.