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Joseph Nicosia Obituary
He was a member of Tabernacle United Methodist Church, Poquoson, and served in the U.S. Army. He was a part owner and employee for S. Nicosia Produce Company.
Mr. Nicosia was preceded in death by his beloved wife, Katherine H. Nicosia; parents, Salvatore "Sam" and Grace Nicosia; great-grandson, "Little Leon" Nicosia Jr.; and two brothers, Lawrence Nicosia and Frank Nicosia.
He is survived by his two sons, Joseph Anthony Nicosia Jr. and David Ernest Nicosia; two daughters-in-law, Jean Merriel Blount Nicosia and Mabel Lawrence Nicosia; three grandchildren, Leon Nicosia, Bonnie King, and Robin Hassler and husband, Todd; three great-grandchildren, Samantha King, Bobby Boes Jr., and Mary Jane Nicosia; a brother, Salvatore "Sam" Nicosia Jr. and wife, Jane; a half-brother, Santo Branchino and wife, Minnie; two sisters, Antonette "Nettie" Lupia and Carmen Wilson; and numerous nieces, nephews, and cousins.
The family received friends Thursday from 7 to 8 p.m. at Claytor Rollins Funeral Home, Poquoson, and other times at 41 Holloway Road, Poquoson. A funeral service will be held 11 a.m. today, at the funeral home by the Rev. Dr. Bill Wash. Burial will follow at Parklawn Memorial Park, Hampton with Military Honors.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the Peninsula Rescue Mission, 3700 Huntington Avenue, Newport News, VA 23607 or Poquoson Rescue Squad, 830 Poquoson Avenue, Poquoson, VA 23662. Online condolences to www.claytorrollins.com. View and post condolences on our online guestbook at dailypress.com/guestbooks.
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Memories and Condolences
for Joseph Nicosia
Carol Hogge
October 31, 2009
I remember Joe from Victor's when he'd come in for lunch to get chicken stips. I know he will be missed by all and especially Mary Jane. Your family is in my thoughts and prayers.
LINDA ROGERS
October 30, 2009
JUST WANTED YOUR FAMILY TO KNOW THAT MY PRAYERS ARE BEING SENT TO YOU ALL. I WENT TO SCHOOL WITH FRANK, NNHS,AND KNOW BOOGIE AND CARMEN THRU TIM WILSON.AS WE GET OLDER WE ARE LOSING ALOT OF FAMILY BUT WE WERE BLESSED TO HAVE THEM AS LONG AS WE DID. TAKE CARE, LINDA HILDEBRAND ROGERS, TRACYS SISTER
October 29, 2009
We want you to know that you are in our hearts and that we hope you find peace during this time.
The Chandler Family
Tommy Sr, Tommy Jr, Jaimie, Stephanie, Amanda, and Vincent
October 29, 2009
Our thoughts and prayer are with the you all.
Lenvil, Jill, Scott and Alex Holland
Cathy Gwaltney Wendland
October 29, 2009
David and Family,
My deepest condolences to you and your family. May you all find comfort in your memories and knowing that he is in the best of hands now.
October 29, 2009
I'm so sorry for your loss,I knew him from when he came into mcdonalds every morning for his bagel and coffee,He was a great man and he will be missed by many,again we are so very sorry for your loss,your family will be in our prayers
Dawson family
Poquoson
Ray and Annette Firth
October 29, 2009
Joe,Leon and family, We are so sorry for your loss. Let your memories comfort you in this sad time for your family.
The Sam Nicosia, Jr. Family
October 29, 2009
May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief.
Sam & Dianne Tate
October 29, 2009
We are so saddened for your loss. Poppi as we called him was a wonderful man with compassion, heart of gold and truly loved what he was doing. A man who stood up for what he believed in. We will all miss him. May God bring your family together in a Godly way in his memory.
William (Bill) Reed Freeman
October 29, 2009
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
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