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Joseph Pezzula Obituary

Pezzula, Joseph P. COLONIE Joseph P. Pezzula, 95, formerly of Louis Drive died Saturday, January 28, 2012 at the Teresian House Nursing Home in Albany. Born in Albany, Joseph had lived in Colonie since 1969. He was a veteran of the United States Army, serving during World War II and was a recipient of the Bronze Star. He worked for William Press in Menands, retiring in 1985. Joe was an avid golfer, a member of the 63rd Infantry Association, the Fort Crailo Post 471, and he played clarinet in the Yankee Doodle Marching Band, the Albany Seniors Orchestra and Tony's Aristocrats. Joseph was the husband of the late Catherine Fagan Pezzula and Rose D'Augustine Pezzula; father of Madeline Okesson of Colonie, Joseph P. Pezzula, Jr. (Kathy) of Guilderland and Vincent F. Bonacker (Rose Marie) of Santa Ana, Calif.; grandfather of William Okesson III (Kristin), Mark Okesson, Peggy Okesson Clark, Stacie B. Camberos (Jose), Laura Bonacker, Katie Pezzula Warren (Ryan), Kerry A. Bonacker and Jennifer Pezzula Puchlopek (Bryan); brother of Alice P. Scialdone of Rochester and the late Ralph, Andrew, Armand, Sam, Anthony and Louis Pezzula. He is also survived by nine great-grandchildren and many nieces and nephews. The funeral will take place at 9 a.m., Tuesday morning from the Reilly & Son Funeral Home, Colonie and at 10 a.m., at Christ Our Light Church, 1 Maria Drive, Loudonville. Burial will be in the Gerald B. H. Solomon National Cemetery in Saratoga. Calling hours will be Monday from 4 to 8 p.m., in the funeral home. Joe's family would like to extend a special thank you to Joyce Chambers and more recently, the Teresian House Nursing Home for the exceptional care given to him over the past few years. For those who wish, contributions to the Teresian House, Washington Ave. Ext., Albany, NY 12203 would be appreciated. reillyandsonfuneralhome.com

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Published by Albany Times Union from Jan. 29 to Jan. 30, 2012.

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January 31, 2012

Madeline - We are so sorry to hear about your dad. You are in our thoughts.

Pat and Leslie Haggerty

Tricia Mantey

January 31, 2012

Mr. And Mrs. P. So sorry to hear about "grampy" he was such a sweet man and a grampy to all of Katie's friends. My thoughts and prayers are with you and Katie and the rest of the family.

Chris, Jeff & Jacob Heiska

January 30, 2012

We are sorry to hear about Mr. Pezzula. He was such a nice man and he will be missed.

Mary Jane Chiffolo

January 30, 2012

Dear Joe, Madeline and Families

Just heard about your loss. Called Janice and she filled me in. Nick and I are in Myrtle Beach. Got here Friday night.

We have happy memories and good times with your Dad. We will all miss him. Nick and I are sorry we were not home at the time.

Love and prayers to you all

Mary Jane & Nick

Bill & Cathy Yankowski

January 30, 2012

Joe, Kathy & Family,
We are so sorry for your loss. You are in our thoughts and prayers.

January 30, 2012

Joe, Kathy and family, I am so sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family at this time.

Geri Callahan Adams

January 30, 2012

Joe/Kathy/Family: Mr. Pezzula was part of the 'Greatest Generation' who was a wonderful husband/father/grandfather and great grandfather who before all those accomplishments fought tirelessly in WW II - We are losing these great men...but not without remembering how young and brave they once were 'far away from home'..May he rest in peace. Love, Karen and Bill Tierney

Mark Okesson

January 30, 2012

I miss you grandpa, I wish I was there but I'll see you soon, Mark

Leo Fagan

January 30, 2012

Well, Uncle Joe you will be missed by many.And Aunt Anna (BROWN) said it best,you will have a front row seat too watch the GIANT'S WIN on Sunday,you were a good man,you served your country,your family & your friend's. RIP .

Joe & Beverly Laviano

January 30, 2012

Joe, Kathy and Family: I am sorry to hear of your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.

Kathy Fredette

January 29, 2012

We have many fond Christmas eve memories of Joe and all of the Pezzulas! With our sympathy - The Fredettes

Joan Gallucci

January 29, 2012

Joe,Kathy and Family.So sorry for your great loss,my thoughts and prayers are with you.

Cindy and Martin Bourke

January 29, 2012

The last of our heros. Our thoughts are with all of you. Uncle Joe was such a wonderful and special person. Love, Cindy, Martin, Marty and Allison

Paul Engel sr

January 29, 2012

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

Jim and Lois Coluccio

January 29, 2012

Joe, Kathy, Madeline and Pezzula Family. We are sorry to hear about your Dad. Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of need. We are sorry we can,t be with you at this time. Jim, Lois and Jim Guerro

Robin Bishop

January 29, 2012

May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived. Love Robin,Tim Bishop & children

Paul Seney

January 29, 2012

Joe,
Please accept my most sincere condolences on the passing of your dad. My prayers and thoughts are with you and your family

Joe Angelo.jr

January 29, 2012

Aunt Mad,Joe and family, you are in my thoughts and prayers. Uncle Joe was a very special man,and always lit up the room with his smile.He was blessed with a loving family and 95 years of life!

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