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Joseph Chisesi Obituary

Joseph Phillip Chisesi, Jr.

February 28, 1941 - September 30, 2013

Gulfport

Joseph, age 72, passed away peacefully on September 30, 2013, after a long courageous battle with cancer. He was born and raised in the upper Ninth Ward of New Orleans, LA. He left home to serve in the United States Air Force and was eventually assigned to serve at Keesler Air Force Base in Biloxi, MS. Joseph met and married the love of his life Nancy "Parrette" Chisesi of D'Iberville, MS. He worked in the hotel restaurant industry for over 25 years and served as Food and Beverage Director of the Best Western Gulfport Inn for 15 years. Joseph and Nancy both owned and operated Orange Grove Hobby Shop in Gulfport, MS for 21 years. Joseph was preceded in death by his parents Joseph P. and Edna Chisesi of New Orleans, LA. He is survived by his wife of 47 years Nancy "Parrette" Chisesi; daughter Nancy Chisesi (Wayne Beckstein); son Anthony Chisesi (Kimberly); son David McMurtry (Bonnie); daughter Deborah Green (Steve); granddaughter Addison Chisesi; sister-in-law Bobbie Jean Dimitry; brother-in-law Richard Alawine; and many cousins, neices, nephews, customers, and friends.

The family would like to thank Dr. Pamela Tuli, MD and staff at Memorial Hospital Cancer Center in Gulfport, MS, the nurses and staff of the 3rd, 4th, and 5th floors of Memorial Hospital Gulfport for their very special love and care, Dr. Paul Mullen, MD and staff, and Canon Hospice Gulfport. The family requests that in lieu of flowers, donations be made to the American Cancer Society, 417 Security Square, Gulfport, MS 39507.

Visitation will be held Friday, October 4, 2013 from 5:00 until 8:00 p.m. at Bradford-O'Keefe Funeral Home, O'Neal Road, Gulfport. The service is Saturday, October 5, 2013 at 11:00 a.m. in the funeral home chapel. Interment will follow at Floral Hills Memorial Gardens, Gulfport.

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Published by The Sun Herald on Oct. 3, 2013.
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Sorry for your loss, may the God of all comfort grant you peace during this difficult time

C Moffett

October 5, 2013

Joe will truly missed by all hobbist along the Gulf Coast. I always enjoyed my trips to Orange Grove Hobby. Joe was always helpful in finding the right item you needed. His smilling face could brighten any gloomy day.

Mrs Nancy I pray for our Savoir to give you strenght in this time of sorrow, just remember one day we will be with our loved one again.
remember all the love you and Joe had for nothing in this world can take that away.

Donald Pardee

October 4, 2013

My mother, Mrs. Joseph, lives in the same neighborhood, and I lived there for a time. My condolences to Nancy & all the family. Mr. Chisesi was a gentleman, and was always nice to me. May God console you.

Barbara Lizana

October 4, 2013

Nancy, you guys are in our thoughts and prayers. The last few years I didn't get the chance to see ya'll as often as I would have liked. Joe was and always will be one of my favorite people to have known in this world.

Ricky Cook

October 4, 2013

To all the Chisesi family!

My deepest, most heartfelt condolences on the loss of Mr Joe! Though I never got to see him that much, every time I did so I felt truly blessed. His friendly, sound advice went so far beyond just scale modeling, that I shall always consider him a role model for what it means to live long, well and truly with the gifts God gives each of us. May the Lord be with you all in this time of great sorrow!

George Conwill

October 3, 2013

Mr. Joe was such a wonderful man. He was always friendly to my husband and I and truly loved his granddaughter, Addison. Know that all of you are in our thoughts and prayers.

Jim and Tina Balentine

October 3, 2013

I will miss my daddy very much. Love you daddy.

Nancy Chisesi

October 3, 2013

Our deepest symphanies are extended to the family. Joe will be sadly missed. Please know our thoughts and prayers are with you.

Elizabeth Scruggs

October 3, 2013

Nancy, May this candle shine forever in your Heart...Love You

Terri & Fran Hoffman

October 3, 2013

Dear Nancy and Family,
May God be by your side in this time of sorrow...Another Angel has got his "WINGS"...Many Prayers to you all and God Bless...

Terri & Fran Hoffman

October 3, 2013

Our thoughts and prayers are with all of the family. We love you all.

Frenchy & Bettye Duhon

October 3, 2013

Our prayers and love are sent to the family. Uncle Joe you will be deeply missed.

Susan Alawine Mosley

October 3, 2013

We extend our sincere sympathy and value your trust during this time of remembrance and reflection. We pledge our support now and in the future.

The Staff and Management of Bradford O'Keefe Funeral Homes

October 3, 2013

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