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Joseph J. Gazzillo, 54 Of Chadds Ford, PA Joseph J. Gazzillo, 54, died suddenly on August 28, 2011 at home. Born and raised in Wilmington, DE, he resided the past 15 years in Concord Twp., PA and previously in Wilmington, DE. A 1975 graduate of Salesianum High School, he received his degree in Business Administration from University of Delaware. He was currently a Senior Vice President at Citi-Group, Long Island City, New York for the past 11 years, previously served as V.P. for Chase Manhattan Bank. Joe volunteered in many capacities during his tenure with the banks including Habitat for Humanity, March of Dimes, United Way of Delaware and the Juvenile Diabetes Foundation. In addition, throughout his years, Joe supported his family's business run by his parents, Peco Liquor Store in Wilminton, DE. He was a faithful member of St. Cornelius Parish. He enjoyed vacationing with his wife and family, and was known as an avid photographer and enjoyed spending summers in Margate, NJ. Survivors: Wife of 25 years Karen L. Gazzillo (nee Tupper); 2 children Eric J. and Kristen M. Gazzillo; parents Francis A. and Rita Peco Gazzillo; brother David (Jeanne) Gazzillo; sister Francine (Christopher) Mulvihill; mother and father-in-law George and Barbara Tupper; brothers-in-law Craig (Tracey) Tupper and Christopher (Sheryl) Tupper; sisters-in-law Deborah Farrington and Patricia (Douglas) Clovis; along with 12 nieces and nephews; also god-father to Anthony Saienni, son of Blaise and Debbie Saienni. Mass Friday September 2, 10 AM at St. Cornelius Catholic Church, 160 Ridge Rd., Chadds Ford, PA 19317. Visitation: Thursday evening 7 to 9 PM at the Pagano Funeral Home, 3711 Foulk Rd., Garnet Valley, PA and also Friday Morning, 8:30 to 9:45 AM at St. Cornelius Catholic Church. Interment: St. Joseph on the Brandywine Cemetery, Wilmington, DE. In lieu of flowers, donations in Joseph's memory may be made to the American Heart Association; further information can be found at www.heart.org. Online condolences www.paganofuneralhome.com

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Published by The Daily Times from Aug. 30 to Aug. 31, 2011.

Memories and Condolences
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Donna Mehrten

August 26, 2020

Keep Memories and light of candle all day. Prayer of god and keep your soul.

Susan Ciconte

September 18, 2011

Rita, Frank, Francine, David and other family members:

I am very sorry to have learned of Joe's death. Many fond memories while growing up in Wilmington. You are in my heart these days, as always.

September 13, 2011

My sincerest condolences to the Gazzillo family.

Russ Smilowitz, US Postal Service

September 8, 2011

My deepest condololences to the Gazzillo family.
Marcia Penn: Citi Family from Las Vegas

Rosa & Rocco Bascelli & Family

September 4, 2011

Dear Rita & Frank and the Gazzillo family
Please accept our most heartfelt sympathies for your loss…our thoughts are with you and your family during this difficult time.
May God be with you and comfort you.

Brian Braxton

September 4, 2011

Dear David and Gazzillo Family,
I am so sorry to hear about the loss of your brother. May God provide you and your family with comfort in your time of loss.

Rocco DiNardo

September 4, 2011

With deepest sympathies and regrets at your loss. May God comfort you in this sorrowful time.

Sherrill Zack Kaplan

September 3, 2011

I am so incredibly sorry to hear of Joe's passing. I was shocked and horribly saddened as he was such a wonderful guy. Joe was my first boss and mentor at Citi in NJ. Since then (10 yrs) he's made it a point to stay in touch and I always looked forward to catching up with him. Every time we spoke it was clear his family was the center of his world, and his children were his pride and joy. My heart and prayers go out to the Gazzillo family.

Joel Rapowitz

September 2, 2011

Joe and I worked together at Citi for the past 5+ years and it was a privilege to have known him. Joe was an outstanding individual and manager in so many ways and I am so sorry for this sudden loss and extend my condolences to all those close to him, particularly his immediate family.

Joe Thomson

September 1, 2011

Dear Frank and Rita
I am so very sorry for your loss. I know how proud you are of all your children as well you should be. Seems like yesterday we were all one big family at St. Helena's. Sometimes it is tough to understand Why but we do know God needs some good soldiers as well and you raised one for Him. Sorry I.cannot attend services but you and Joe's family will be in my prayers
Sincerely
Joe Thomson

Sylvia Todd

September 1, 2011

To The Gazzillo Family,

I'm so sorry for your loss. My thoughts are with you as you go through these hours of bereavement. I was a pervious Supervisor under Joe's leadership at Chase.

May Peace Be With All of You

Steve McPoland

September 1, 2011

Francine and Chris, I am so sorry for the loss of your brother and brother in-law. You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers. Steve McPoland

Bob Seward

August 31, 2011

Very sorry to learn the news of your loss...

Sophia Kirifides Maddesi

August 31, 2011

My dear friend, Karen....I am so deeply sorry for your tremendous loss of your husband. I have been praying for you and Eric and Kristen since you told me the tragic news. God give you and your children His peace....I am always here for you, as I love you.

Haywood, Sheila and Gordy Edwards

August 31, 2011

Mr and Mrs. Gazzillo and family, We are so sorry for your loss. You are all in our thoughts and prayers. May God bless you all.

The Thomson Family

August 31, 2011

Dear Mr. and Mrs. Gazzillo, Francine, and David,
You are in our thoughts and prayers as you go through this most heartbreaking time. Of course most of our memories of Joe go back to our St. Helena's days. He always had a kind word and smile for everyone. We were all the better for having known him. May God Bless you and keep you in His loving care.

Terry Strain

August 31, 2011

I'm so sorry to hear about Joe's passing. We were classmates at Sallies.

Rhonda Moore

August 31, 2011

Rita and family I am so sorry for your loss.God will lift you up to Him!

Ken Kamper

August 31, 2011

It was a privilege and honor for to work for Joe at Citi. He will be truly missed. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.

August 31, 2011

Dearest Gazzillo Family, We ALL loved Joe for his many kind and gentle traits - and his smile. Our thoughts and prayers are with you. God must have needed one GOOD man. Love, Anthony Maciey and all the Macieys

J.H.

August 31, 2011

My condolences to the family for the sudden loss of your dear one. May the God of comfort be with you at this sorrowful time. 2Cor. 1:3&4.

August 31, 2011

To the whole Gazzillo family,

I am so sorry for you loss. I will keep your family in my thoughts.

-Rachael Birmingham

Cyndy Bender

August 31, 2011

To the Gazzillos,
I worked with Joe for many years at Chase. One of my best memories of Joe was meeting at his desk and seeing the picture of baby Eric with a credit card in his hand - Joe was very tickled by that picture.
Joe touched so many lives and leaves a rich legacy. He was an innovator and a talented manager, and was always willing to share, to teach, to challenge and to listen. Whatever you needed, he was there. Many of us continue to benefit from the good start he gave us in our careers and our lives.
Joe will *really* be missed. Wishing you all comfort and peace.

Nancy O'Haire

August 31, 2011

I am so sorry to hear about Joe, I worked with him at Chase in the 90's, always had great times with that crew going to O'Friel's! Great memories and laughs. Rest in peace Joe!

Cheryl White

August 31, 2011

T0: The Gazzillo Family, I'm very sorry for your Loss

Angela Sheehan

August 31, 2011

Rita, Frank, Francine, David Karen & family. I am so very sad to hear of Joe's passing. Please know that you are in my thoughts and prayers during this difficult time. Angela Ciconte-Sheehan

Jeff Janssen

August 31, 2011

Working with Joe in my Chase years was a pleasure. My condolences to ALL of his loved ones. Jeff Janssen

Trina Leclerc

August 31, 2011

Gazzillo Family,
My heart bleeds for all of you. I find it hard to believe that Joe is no longer with us. I so enjoyed working for him for some many years at Chase. I have always said that he taught me more about operations management than anyone and use those teachings throughout my career. It always amazes me that Joe continue to keep in touch and check on me even after he left Chase. He was a great person and someone I will miss dearly in life.
Eric and Kristen, you both were his pride and joy. He was so proud of both of you what you have achieved in your lives so far.
Prayers and thoughts go out to all of you,

Karen Campanella

August 31, 2011

Mr. & Mrs. Gazzillio, David, Francine, Karen & family - No words could express the sorrow we feel in our hearts for you and your family during this most difficult time. Please know you are in our thoughts and prayers. Karen (Muldowney) Campanella

Robert Barger

August 31, 2011

Gazzillos,

I was very shocked to hear the news. I enjoyed working with Joe and I felt like his passing was a great loss. My heart goes out to you.

Robert

August 31, 2011

Rita, Frank and Family,
I am so sorry to hear of the passing of Joe, our thoughts and prayers go out to you and your family in this time of sorrow. Keep the faith and may God comfort you.
The Sylvester Family

American Heart Association

August 31, 2011

May your memories of the wonderful times you shared with your loved one comfort you and your family, today and always.

SHERRY CASEY

August 30, 2011

I RECENTLY LOST MY BROTHER; GARRY, THE SAME WAY. ITS SUCH A SHOCK AND SO SAD...
GONE TO SOON..IM ALSO SO SORRY FOR YOUR LOSS...I KNEW JOE WHEN I WORKED AT CHASE IN THE 90'S, HE WAS A THOUGHTFUL MAN, BLESSING'S

Kim

August 30, 2011

I recently had the pleasure of working with Joe on a project at Citi, and was very sad to hear this. He will be missed by all. My thoughts and prayers are with his family and friends.

Lorraine (Iwema) Manelis

August 30, 2011

I'm so sorry to hear of Joe's sudden passing. I worked for him for almost 5 years. He was a good man. My deepest sympathies to his family. He was too young to leave us.

Donna Mehrten

August 30, 2011

I'm so very sorry for your loss. Joe was a wonderful man. My thoughts and prayers are with your family.

Daryl Hein

August 30, 2011

I worked with Joe over the last few years. He was a great guy and a pleasure to work with! He will be missed! My thoughts and prayers are with his family and friends! Miss you Joe!

Stephanie Gorden

August 30, 2011

Joe was a wonderful man and was well respected by so many people. He will truly be missed. My heart and prayers go out to his family.

Jacque Baxter

August 30, 2011

My prayers are with the Gazzillo family.

Michael Cohen

August 30, 2011

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

Judy Doty

August 30, 2011

I'm so very sorry for your loss. Please know that you and your family are in my thoughts and prayers.

Eddy Espinal

August 30, 2011

To the Gazzillo, The Espinal's love and support will always be here for you.

Robin Simpson

August 30, 2011

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

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