Joseph S. Setting

AGE: 80 • Wilmington & Rehoboth Beach

Joseph S. Setting, age 80 of Wilmington and Rehoboth Beach, went to heaven on Thursday, May 8, 2014, holding his son's hand and surrounded by family and friends.

Joe was born in Wilmington on April 23, 1934 and served in the U.S. Marines, having been stationed in the U.S. as well as Japan. After retiring from the DuPont Company at their Chestnut Run site after almost 35 years, Joe worked for his son's business, Setting Properties, for 15 years up until he became ill 8 months ago.

He is predeceased by his parents, Louis A. and Elvira Natale Setting; brother, James Setting; sister-in-law, Marie Setting; and nephew, Allen Samsel. He was a widower twice with the passing of Beatrice Marsilii Setting and Grace Muscelli-Setting.

He is survived by his loving son and daughter-in-law, Joseph Setting II and Judy Landis Setting; beloved grandson, Joseph "Jay" Setting III; sisters, Louise Samsel (Henry) and Mary Setting; brothers, Louis Setting and Charles Setting (Diane); 23 nieces and nephews; great uncle, James L. "Rusty" Setting Jr.; many relatives in Wilmington including the Pierantozzi, Kokotaylo, Marsilii (Bill, Carmela, Regina, Elvina, Albert, Angela [predeceased]), Muscelli (Anthony II, Day, Anthony III, Elam), Southworth (Nicole, Andrew, Elena), and Walls (Ace, Sally) families; many relatives in Pittsburgh/Monaca, PA, including Sammy and Janice Setting; and many, many friends including Nancy Carver and his best friend, Johnny DiFebo.

Joe truly loved being with family and friends and enjoyed spending summers in Rehoboth. His winters in Florida also brought him great joy, and it was there he caught and released a prize 8' sailfish off the coast of Boca Raton. Eating Italian food was a passion for Joe and he loved spending time at St. Anthony's Club and with the DiFebo Family.

Adored by those that knew him, Joe will be greatly missed.

The family wishes to thank the following doctors who took such wonderful care of Joe: Drs. Ritter, Simpson, Moutsatsos, Piper, Zarek, Kwon, DePietropaolo, and Sokoloff. Gratitude is also extended to the nurses and staff of Kentmere Rehabilitation, Christiana Hospital, and the inpatient unit of St. Francis Hospital Compassionate Care Hospice.

Visitation will be held at St. Anthony of Padua Church, 9th and DuPont Sts. in Wilmington, on Monday evening, May 12 from 6-8pm. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at the church on Tuesday morning, May 13 at 11am. Entombment will follow in Cathedral Cemetery.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to St. Anthony of Padua Church, 901 N. DuPont St., Wilmington, DE 19805.

Rena Longo,

Funeral Director

CHARLES P. ARCARO

FUNERAL HOME

arcarofuneralhome.com

(302)658-9095

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Published by The News Journal from May 10 to May 12, 2014.

Memories and Condolences
for Joseph Setting

Sponsored by His Loving Family, Joseph, Judy and Jay Setting.

12 Entries

Kate (Setting) Morgan

June 4, 2014

Uncle Joe,
My heart is heavy but the memories that we shared with you will always make me smile. So many shared meals at my mom and dad's house. Even after my dad went to heaven you continued to share, and break bread with all of us at T's house. I truly will miss you but I thank God I shared so many great memories with you. You will never be forgotten!! Give Dad a big hug from all of us.

Uncle Joe We had so much fun at the wedding. Loved your smile and your stories you will be missed

Debbie Setting

May 13, 2014

Diannah Boulden

May 12, 2014

Joe,
It has been years since I've seen you, but I'll always remember you as my pop pop. Thank you for the many memories I have from my childhood. Going to the beach, Disney World, working with you during my summer breaks. May you rest in peace.

Donna Trinsey

May 11, 2014

I was blessed to have had your precious father in my life for the last 2 years. He is the uncle i always wished for all my life. I loved his presence. I adored him. I loved hearing his stories. . I loved hearing his phone conversations. It just all went way too fast. I will always cherish the time I had with him. A walking angel in my life

Dawn Briggs

May 11, 2014

Dear Joseph, Judy and Jay, So sorry for the loss of your father. May you be comforted by your wonderful memories in this time of grief. Will be praying for all of you.

Helen Mullen

May 10, 2014

Dearest Joseph, Judy and Jay,
Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this time as we remember your lovely Dad and Pop, who was always so warm, friendly and fun to be with. Much love, Helen, Rob, Joey and Sophie

Bill Greto, Jr.

May 10, 2014

Judy, Joseph, and family,
So very sorry to hear this. I have been praying hard for him during his illness. My thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time. May you take comfort in knowing that he is resting now in the arms of our Lord. Will keep all of you in prayer.
With deepest sympathy,

May 10, 2014

Godfather, There are four questions of value in life..... What is sacred? Of what is the spirit made? What is worth living for, and what is worth dying for? The answer to each is the same. ONLY LOVE
You will always have a special place in my heart.
Miss you Uncle Joe, Love Toni

David McGinness

May 10, 2014

Will be sadly missed by his dear friends.

Dennis Setting

May 10, 2014

One of those uncles that you couldn't wait to visit when you were a kid. He always took the time to ask me how me and my family were doing. Will miss you uncle Joe

FRANNY GROSSI

May 10, 2014

JOE, IM SO SORRY TO HEAR OF YOUR PASSING MY FRIEND. YOU HAD MANY HAPPY TIMES THAT ALWAYS LIFED ME ,,AND SAD TIMES,WE BOTH SHARED.
MY CONDOLENCES TO YOUR FAMILT, BROTHERS AND SISYERS.
GOD BLESS YOU ,MAY YOU REST IN PIECE.

Wendi Setting

May 10, 2014

UNCLE JOE,
You will be greatly missed. I will always treasure the special talks, moments and laughs we had. I am still trying to figure out who talked more - you or my sister when we were all together. Hugs & kisses! YOUR GOD DAUGHTER - WA

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