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for Joseph Rotondo
Diana Duke
August 12, 2025
Hi Uncle Joe, Always remember the doll house you built for me, teaching me how to develop film and all things you did for us after we lost Dad. Carrying you in my heart and grateful for everything.
CHAD CAPRA
March 7, 2009
HEY BIG JOE,
I NEVER REALIZED YOU COULD SIGN A GUESTBOOK TO MY MOM PASSED ,AND SOMEONE TOLD ME ABOUT IT.SO I JUST WANTED TO SAY WE HAVENT FORGOTTEN YOU FOR ONE SECOND. IM SORRY I LOST THAT MOVIE I TOOK FROM YOU ,YOU KNOW THE RATED (g)
MOVIE. WELL IM SURE YOUVE SEEN MY MOM BY NOW , TAKE CARE OF HER . THANKS
CHAD
Kathy Butt-Crosby
September 7, 2008
Dear Diane and Family,
Please accept my sincere condolences at the loss of your loved one. I was shocked and saddened to learn of Joey’s passing.
Back in the day, my former husband, Al and I spent many enjoyable times with you and Joey. You both always welcomed us and many others into your home with warmth, wit and affection. Sorry I haven’t been in touch with you for quite a while, but wanted you to know that I appreciated the friendship that you and Joey extended.
You have a beautiful family and Joe’s legacy will live on through them. May you find peace in all the happy memories. God Bless.
Sincerely,
Jody Tobin
September 6, 2008
Rotondo family,
I just wanted to say that I'm sorry for your loss..I have great memories of Joe and the entire family. I will remember him as a wonderful guy and even better husband and father..
Jody Tobin
heather manders
August 25, 2008
di, kim, stacy, jay and joe
I'm so very sorry for you're loss. I wish I could of been there. You've always been my second family. Di and Joe were always there when I needed them through High school and well after. I have alot of fond memories of all the times spent on Madison ave and will always cherish them. Big Joe you were definately one of kind and will be sorely missed.
love,
heather
Kathy Cowles
August 23, 2008
Stacy,Patty and your family, My heartfelt sympathy to all of you. Want you to know that you are in my thoughts and prayers. Wish I could have been at the services with you. Always
Richie Selvitella Jr.
August 22, 2008
Jay & Joe - my heart goes out to you both and your family. I'll never forget your Dad especially the days in the rinks with Mass Bay! Even through college when we played you too coming down from N.Adams. It was always great seeing your Dad and mine sticking by us for the sport we grew up on. Sorry I couldn't make the wake, living in NJ. Stay strong....all the best - Richie Selvitella Jr. (Danvers)
jennifer garrity (nazzaro)
August 21, 2008
my dear big joe,
you are one of the kindest and loving men that i have had the pleasure to know. you were like a second father to me and i will love you and miss you... for everything that you and diane have ever done for me thank you is nothing words are nothing. i will forever have you in my thoughts my boys will miss you. paul will miss going next door and talking to you go places with you and all the movies you use to give him. the words i cannot find to describe what you meant to myself and my family.. i already miss you so much and i love you always.... love jenn
Derek Motto
August 21, 2008
To the Rotondo family, I am so sorry to hear about the loss of Joe. He was one of the kindest men I have ever had the pleasure of knowing. My condolences to all of you. Love, Derek and family
Melissa Rotondo
August 21, 2008
Big Joe,
I miss you so much already! I will always remember you as a loving father that would do anything for his children, a devoted husband that truly cared for his wife and a Papa that can never be replaced. Our babies Samuel and Juliette didn't have nearly enough time with you as we would have liked but we will make sure they know who their Papa was. You were a kind father in law that always made me feel as though I was actually one of your daughters. I promise to continue to love and care for your "Joey" and keep you in our hearts forever!
Mark Hersey
August 21, 2008
To the entire rotundo family,
I just heard about Big Joe and I am truely sorry for your loss, Joe was the most loving family man that I had the pleasure to meet, and his memory will go on through his children and grandchildren (and all the videos he took just proves how much he loved to spend time with his family) You were trulry blessed to have had such a caring person in your life and he will be sorely missed by not only your family, but by all the families that he has ever come in contact with including mine, I love all of you.
Diana McMaster-Duke
August 20, 2008
Auntie Di, Kim, Stacy, Jay & Joe,
Uncle Joe was such a good man words cant even fufill how great he was and what a mark he has left. The love and memories he's left behind will be with us for generations. I am heartbroken that I cannot be there. But please know you are all in my prayers. I love you guys.
Diana McMaster-Duke
August 20, 2008
Uncle Joe,
The kids have all the movies you have ever sent. Thats the thing about you....You were always so kind and always did so much. You helped my brothers and I when dad died and I will never forget the impact it had on us. I dont think I ever got to say "Thank You" for all you did and I never got to tell you the difference it made so...Thank You Uncle Joe . I am so sad that I cant be there to say goodbye. I remember the dollhouse you built for me and all the summers on Madison Avenue trips to Dirty Bobs etc.... This world is missing a great man. Your kindness, spirit and love can never be duplicated.
August 20, 2008
With each gentle wind that blows, know he is there whispering in your ear. With each raindrop that falls, know that he is weeping with you. With each sunrise, know that he is waiting for you. One day you will be together again and oh what a joyous day that will be. Our loved ones are only as far away as our thoughts and they always surround us when we are awake.
kim rotondo
August 20, 2008
Hey Dad,
You truly were "the Best Dad in the World". You always made sure I got everything I ever wanted while I was growing up...even if it took you working 3 jobs! Never did you judge me - you always loved me unconditionally. You left behind a loving, close family (at times maybe a little too close!!) Just remember because of your love I will be okay.
How ironic that you raised us to enjoy life and have parties and when I got the phone call you had to leave us..I was with Sta, Jay and Joe having a party. Ma was by your side as she always was. I hope you can rest in peace knowing we were and always will be together as a family. I love you with all my heart and will carry you with me for all my life.
Bye Dad - I love you
Kim
August 20, 2008
Samuel & Juliette
August 20, 2008
Joseph P Rotondo
August 20, 2008
Dad
It's me your son, Joe. The one you gave your name to (Jay still hasn't gotten over that). I wanted to thank you for everything you have done for me. I could not be the father I am today without you. You have taught me that your kids come first no matter what. Melissa and I have had you as our cushion in our lives for so long and now your gone.
I am mad today because my twins, Samuel & Juliette, will not get to have the most thoughtful and loving grandfather in the world to grow up with. I will take them to visit you and explain all of the good things you have taught me. I hope you know how much influence you had on me and I just wanted you to know that no matter where you are your family will always carry you in our hearts.
Your Loving Son,
Joe
p.s. we both know it wasnt the better hockey stick...i'm just the better hockey player!!
Cathy G. (aka Nana G.)
August 20, 2008
To Diane, Stacy, Pat, Kim, Azara, Joe, Melissa, Jay, Terri and to Nicholas, Colby, Lucas, Aiden, Sammy and Juliette and all the friends and extended family of "Big Joe" Rotondo-
There are no words to properly convey the depth of my sympathy in the untimely loss of a terrific Dad, husband, Papa and friend. I can remember many good times such as the first time Danny and I visited Joe and Diane in their Everett home. All "Big Joe" wanted to do was show off his home theater "surround sound" (or as Danny always called it - "sound surround"!) with a movie presentation of God knows what action flick. Well, the "ladies" were all in the kitchen while the deafening sounds penetrated our ear drums from the living room!! Not to mention the blown fuse in the basement Joe kept calling "Auntie" to go down and check from the comfort of his armchair!! Seriously, though, losing a man so vitally and integrally important to the lives of so many people changes those people irrevocably and forever. "Big Joe" created a legacy of family love, loyalty and unity that is truly rare and in doing so, set a tremendous example for his children and grandchildren. There is no greater gift than one that comes straight from the heart and Joe's heart was as big as they come. So sorry that I won't be there to say my goodbyes in person, but to you, "Big Joe" - Salud!! You did a heck of a job. To your family and friends - may God bless you and keep you in the difficult days ahead.
Roxanne Erickson-Lydon
August 19, 2008
Auntie and Family,
The love and unity that embraces your family is truly amazing. You and Uncle showed Matthew (Minnie-Me) unconditional love and treated him as he was your own. Your hearts and home were always warm and inviting and I feel so lucky to have been a part of your family. I will forever cherish the parenting advice I received from both you and Uncle and hope to one day have a family just like yours, filled with love, compassion and unity. Heaven will embrace Uncle as he watches over you and your family.
With All Our Love,
Roxanne, Paul and Matthew Lydon
Dinean Farraher
August 19, 2008
Diane, Kim, Stacy, Joe Jay, Patty, Terri and Melissa,
I am so sorry for your loss! Your dad was such an amazing man! I remember when I first met him and I was commuting from Plymouth to UMass Boston. Within minutes of talking to me, he told me I could live in Everett, I was overwhelmed by his sincere generosity and how he was willing to open up his home. After a few months, my used laptop broke and I was in the middle of writing papers for school. Before I knew it, your dad built me a computer out of old parts and happily delivered it to me. His kindness was unlike anything I had seen and I feel truly lucky to have met him and spent time with him. May your wonderful memories comfort you during this sad time. Love, Dinean and Mike
stacy rotondo
August 19, 2008
Dad,
You were truly the quintessential family man. When we were growing up you were the only Dad in the stands videotaping our games...just in case we needed to watch it with you later to review it! When we took our famous "Disney World" trip, you had everyday planned out. I remember complaining to Kim about how "uncool" it was that we couldnt go off exploring on our own. When we asked if we could you said "GIRLS this is a family vacation and we will stay together as a family."
Maybe that is why, even as adults, we still all vacation together as a family - except, of course, The Nordic Village trip. I remember how upset you were that you were not included. "Why cant I go?", "What are you going to do there that I can't be a part of?"..Honestly Dad, we just went snowmobiling and skating! :)
It was not until I had 3 little ones myself did I realize how much you and Ma sacraficed for us. I promise I will carry on the tradition you started.
I promise you I will shower my children with time and affection and when the time comes I will videotape their games just in case we have to sit down and review them.
When it was time for you to go...At first I couldnt bring myself to be with you. Jay & I waited outside the room when the nurse told us to reconsider going in to say goodbye. I felt all the love and support you gave me throughout my life and dug deep within myself to come to your side. As hard as it was to hold your hand while you passed, it was nothing compared to watching joe,kim,Ma and Auntie Ellie watch you. Jay could only allow himself to step within the room. When the nurse said "he's gone" everyone broke down but I just said to myself "He's NOT gone". He dedicated his life to his children and grandchildren. We will live on and so shall he. I love you and miss you.
Stacy
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Donna & Jen DiLorenzo
August 19, 2008
To the Rotondo family: We hope the pain soon subsides and the memories of happy, wacky moments take over.
He'll always be here. The footprint he left in all of you will last forever.
I never had the pleasure of meeting him, but I do know Stacy. In getting to know her, it's obvious she was raised by the best. Her family ethics were a mirror of your upbringing. You are very loved!
Nadine Casey
August 19, 2008
Dear Diane and kids,
I'm so very sorry for your loss. I haven't seen you all in a such a long time and didn't even know that you had moved. But I do know that you were such a close and loving family. I know that my Casey has many found memories of your happy home. Please know that my thoughts and prayers are with you all. Death leaves a heartache no one can heal, love leaves a memory no one can steal.
Nadine and family
August 19, 2008
To the Rotondo Family, our sincerest sympathies at the loss of your father and husband. It's clear from reading this that he was well loved and was a great man.
Sincerely,
Treasa Downey & The Volunteers of the Scituate Animal Shelter (where we're very glad to have Stacy be a part of!)
Nancy Polcari
August 19, 2008
To the Rotondo Family,
I don't know where to start, but I must tell all of you, that Joey was one of a kind. He was a part of my family too! Memories of growing up with him, living the street over from him, hearing his voice, his kindness, his welcomeness and his hospitality will always remain with me. Where ever my sister and Mike were, so wasn't he. Whenever we called on Mike for advice or help, Joey was right there with him. A great friend, one that can't be replaced. From all the gatherings that were shared, parties that were thrown, he was the life of it. We all had good times, and lots of good memories to keep. I'm sure you've had them too within the family. With all that said, I'm so very sorry for your loss, but good thoughts of him remain. No more pain, no more suffering for him. He's at peace now. And someday we'll all meet again, he has reserved a seat for each one of us in advance. That was so him....................Love ya Joe!
papa's grandkids
August 19, 2008
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Bill, Mike, Rick and Big Joe
Rick Pantano
August 19, 2008
Joe,
This says it all... the best of times. Friends forever.
go pats!
August 19, 2008
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terri canale
August 18, 2008
Big Joe,
I remember the first time I met you and your whole family. I was definately overwhelmed. It was christmas morning and everyone was at your house. I felt a bit out of place because I didn't know anyone and im a little shy. You made me feel very comfortable. You've always made me feel welcome. you have always been so generous to me. I am so glad that Aiden got to spend the first year of his life getting to know you. He loves you very much and he always will because Jay and I will never let him forget about you. you're his papa! Thank you for all you have done for us. We will always love you.
patty cronin
August 18, 2008
Big Joe,
I will always remember how you accepted me into your family like I was your own daughter. You and Diane showed me nothing but love and kindness over the last 11 years and I will miss you terribly. I will miss all our talks where you started out with "So Patty, answer me this....?"
Football season will never be the same without you. I promise to take care of Stacy and your grandsons and tell them all sorts of funny stories we shared as a family. Give Danny a hug for me. Love, "Pat Cronin"
we will always remember you!
August 18, 2008
i will always love my papa love aiden joseph rotondo
jason rotondo
August 18, 2008
Dad,
It's your favorite son Jason! (sorry Joe) I am having
a hard time figuring out what I should say in just one paragraph when we have had almost 34 years together .I have so much to say to you and not enough space. When your best friend Mike and I were speaking of you yesterday we were explaining to each other how you're one of a kind and there could never be another Big Joe!
I enjoyed every second together when we were growing up. You are such a great father and one of my best friends. You have always been so involved and cared so much you really were and still are the best dad! I have learned so much from you about caring for my family and being a great friend. I just hope I am half the father you were! I appreciated everything you had ever bought for me and how much you cared about our passion for hockey but I am still trying to figure out why joe always got the better hockey stick??
Now that you have passed there will always be a piece of my heart missing because you took it with you. I am so happy that I was able to spend so much time with you down the cape. It makes me smile to know aiden had all that time to bond with you. He loved his papa and we know you loved him. I know it was hard for you to leave the hospital being in pain just to come home and see me and aiden. We know how much you loved us. I could go on and on but I need to leave some room for my baby brother Joe we all know how much he likes to talk....!! so I end this by saying I love you more than words could ever say and you will always be in my heart. thank you for being you ...Terri and I will make sure Aiden knows how great his papa was and I know he will love you as much as I do. there will be many more family gatherings to come but they will never be the same with out you , but I promise you will be in our hearts. I know I can speak for kim, Stacy, Joe and Ma when I say we miss you and love you. Thank you for doing all you did and thank you for loving us. I will forever hold you in my heart.
Dennis & Susan McNulty
August 18, 2008
You are in our thoughts and prayers.
Donna Ebert
August 18, 2008
I went to High School with Joe,
he was always a gentleman and had a great sense of humor...I am sorry for your loss...
Frank Paghera
August 18, 2008
Diane and Family
our thoughts and deepest sympathy
are with all of you at this time.
Frank & Jeanne Paghera
and Family
CHRISITNE BERRY
August 18, 2008
TO ALL THE ROTONDO FAMILY,
WE ALL ARE SO SORRY THAT YOU ARE SUFFERING AT THIS TIME. OUR PRAYERS ARE WITH ALL OF YOU.
CHRISTINE,JOE,MATTHEW,PATRICK,
SADIE.
Peg O'Brien
August 18, 2008
With deepest sympathy to the Rotondo Family from the volunteers of Quincy Animal Shelter.
Brandy Fernandes
August 18, 2008
Uncle Joe,
You and Auntie Di are and always will be my favorite! I am sad you had to leave us early.Now your grandbabies have an angel watching over them. Until we meet again ! Love You ,Thanks for being you.....
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