Joseph J. Masi SchenctadyJoseph J. Masi passed away on December 30, 2012 surrounded by his loving family after a long illness. A lifetime resident of Schenectady, Joe was born on July 23, 1936, the son of John and Jennie Masi. Joe graduated from Mont Pleasant High School in 1955, attended Union College and served in the Air National Guard. On July 13, 1957, Joe married Vera Verrigni and together raised three children: Joseph, Roseanne, and John. Joe was employed and retired from the NYSDOT as an associate soils engineer for the Geotechnical Engineering Bureau after 36 years of service. During his career, Joe also designed many building and site plans for businesses, residences and volunteer organizations. He was a faithful member of Our Lady Queen of Peace Church for over 45 years and member of the Mt. Carmel Suscipia Canora Society, and Rotterdam Elks. Joe dedicated years of volunteer service at the Pine Grove Fire Department serving as a fireman and officer positions including chief and commissioner. Joe had a great appreciation for life, family and friends. He enjoyed golf, bowling, fishing and walking. In retirement, Joe enjoyed wintering with his wife in Bradenton Beach, FL and vacationing with friends and family. Joe is survived by his loving and devoted wife, Vera; children and their spouses, Joe and Karen Masi, Rose and Mark Henderson and John and Tina Masi; as well as his grandchildren, Christina, Dan, Joey, Jen, Nicole and Anthony. He is also survived by his brothers and their wives, Ron and Sharon Masi, Larry and Anne Masi; along with many nieces and nephews. Calling hours will be on Saturday, January 5th from 8:30 to 10:30 a.m. for friends and family at the Demarco Stone Funeral Home, 1605 Helderberg Ave., Rotterdam, NY, followed by a Mass of Christian Burial at Our Lady Queen of Peace Church at 11 a.m. at 210 Princetown Road, Rotterdam, NY. A graveside committal service will be held on a date to be announced at St. Joseph's Cemetery. Our family would like to thank the staff at Our Lady of Mercy Life Center, Ellis Hospital and family members for their compassionate and loving care. In lieu of flowers, the family is requesting donations to be made to Our Lady of Mercy Scholarship Fund for OLM staff pursuing education in healthcare made payable to: OLM Scholarship Fund, Joseph Masi Memorial, PO Box 13161, Albany, NY 12212.
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John and Tina, thinking about you at this difficult time, hope you´re comforted by the memories. Suzan Ibrahim
Suzan
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December 28, 2023
Joe and Karen, I was very sorry to hear of this news. My thoughts are with you and your family.
Matthew Spina
January 11, 2013
Dear Vera and family
Ann and I were very sad to learn of Joe's passing. He was a wonderful man and we really enjoyed our time together with you and Joe here in Florida. Our hearts and prayers are with you at yhis time.
Ann and Chet Massari
January 7, 2013
To Rosie Mom and family, So sorry about Joe. Remember him from years back. Was a wonderful person.God bless you all.Love Joyce Buck
Joyce Buck
January 6, 2013
Dear Vera, Joe,Rose, and John,
Joe is my friend in the true sense of the word. He listened when I needed someone to hear me, he helped me figure out what to do when I wasn't sure, he supported me when not everyone else did and he told me when I was screwing up and I needed to change my attitude. He was Best Man at my wedding and when I was out of town and something needed to be signed, he signed my name better than I did. I will miss him and love him for all my days. My thoughts are with you in this time of sorrow.
Ray Gemme
January 5, 2013
Dear Mrs. Masi,Johnny,Joe and Family- Please accept my heartfelt condolences...my thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during this time. Steve Oshins
Steve Oshins
January 4, 2013
Mrs.Masi,John,Tina and family, I am so sorry to hear about your husband and father. My thoughts and prayers are with you all.Love to you John. Sincerely, Mary Ann Looman
January 4, 2013
John - my condolences to you and your family on the passing of your father.
Dan Gates
January 4, 2013
Dear Aunt Vera, Cousins Joe, Roseanne, and John,
I have so many fond memories growing up that included my Uncle Joe and all of you. How lucky was I to often be included in your family events, spending time with my cousins and my god parents. Wildwood vacations, family picnics, birthday parties, sleeping over and even seeing my Uncle Joe marching in a parade are the memories I am reminded of. I remember my Uncle Joe as someone who was bit of a scorch, loved to laugh, loved family and loved to use a lot of black pepper when cooking for us on vacation. I will miss him very much and my prayers are with all of you and your families.
Love
Christine
Christine Layden
January 3, 2013
John:
thinkig about you at this difficult time, hope you and your family find comfort in the memories.
Suzan Ibrahim
January 3, 2013
Johnny and Tina,
I am sorry to hear of your loss. Your family is in my prayers.
Scott Gannon
January 3, 2013
Dear John, Tina, and family,
May the Holy Trinity comfort you during your bereavement as Joe Masi's soul enters the Kingdom of Heaven to eternally dwell with our Lord Jesus.
Sincerely, your friend Al Heitzman (NYSDOT Soils Lab, State Campus)
Al Heitzman
January 3, 2013
I worked with Joe back when I was a young sprout in Geotech. Joe was kind, quick with a smile or a joke, and generous with his time. He was a gentleman and a truly nice guy. I'm sure you all miss him terribly.
Don Dwyer
January 3, 2013
Vera,
I am so sorry to hear about Joe. He was a wonderful man and a dear friend to my parents. You are in my prayers.
Kathy (Monty) Branca
January 3, 2013
John, Sorry to hear about your Dad. He sounds like a sweet guy.
Marian Tompkins
January 3, 2013
Mrs. Masi and family my deepest Sympathy to you and the family , Mr. Masi was a great guy , I still remember Him and Uncle Aug and My dad Golfing together and the get togethers .
Michael France
January 3, 2013
John and Tina,
I am sorry to hear of your loss. Your family is in my prayers.
Deb Balint
January 3, 2013
Vera, Joe was one of the sweetest men I have met. I know you and your family have wonderful memories.My condolences to your all
Kathleen Quinn
January 3, 2013
My deepest sympathies. I'm truly sorry for your loss and my thoughts are with you during this time.
Jen Brougham
January 3, 2013
John & Tina, Please accept our condolences on the loss of your father. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. Love Gino & Dolly
January 3, 2013
So very sorry to hear about Joe. Our
thoughts are with you.
Skip and Jan Brown
January 3, 2013
My condolences to Vera and the family on the passing of Joe. We go way back to our pre-school years and I know that he will be missed. RIP.
Tony Gallo
January 3, 2013
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