BROOK, Joseph R. "Joe" On November 9, 2009, age 62 of Mantua. Joseph "Joe" was the son of thelate Joseph C. and the late Elinor R. Brook of Woodbury. Joe is survived by his children Melanie D. and her husband Dan Cornelius of Medford, Jay J. of Mantua and Blayne R. of San Diego, CA. Brother of Steven A. Sr. and his wife Jane of Woodbury. "Big Pop" to Hailey, Hannah and Gavin Cornelius of Medford. Nephew of Beatrice Bruk of Woodbury, Uncle of Steven A. Jr. and his wife Janice, Keith M. and his wife Anne and Jeffrey D. and his wife Loren. Joe will also be missed by cousins, great nieces, great nephews and many friends. Joe had a big personality, he always greeted you with his contagious smile and signature phrase "I've never had a bad day!" He would also lend an ear when needed. He was an active Mason of M. D. Taylor Masonic Lodge #141 of Hammon-ton, He loved the time spent with his family and also truly enjoyed the company of his friends. For as much as he will be missed-is as lucky as we are to have him to add to "our" team of Angels that will look over us from up above. Relatives and friends are invited to attend his viewing and celebrate Joe's life Thursday 11/12 6:30 to 8:30 pm at the GIOSA FUNERAL HOME, 171 Haddon Avenue (Rte. 561), West Berlin. Joe's interment in his final resting place will be at a later date. Joe's family requests in lieu of flowers, donations in his memory can be made to the charity of the donor's choice. For information and condolences please visit www.giosafuneralhome. com
