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Joseph Colletti Obituary
Joseph Anthony Colletti
Resident of Campbell
Joseph Colletti, age 49, passed away peacefully in his sleep on December 4, 2010.
He is survived by his parents, Albert and Frances Colletti, his sisters, Debra Colletti and Cara Colletti, his niece Rachel Mullin, her husband Jeff, their daughter Claire and his beloved cat Lia Lia.
Joe, a graduate of San Jose State, earned a Masters degree in accounting. He worked as an accountant for Applied Materials. Joe then went on to become a Revenue Agent for the Internal Revenue Service.
Joe was passionate about playing guitar and motor cross racing, hanging out with his friend and traveling the world.
He was dearly loved by family and friends and will be greatly missed. Please join us in celebrating Joe's life. Vigil Service 5:30 PM with Visitation until 9:00 PM Wednesday December 8 at ALAMEDA FAMILY FUNERAL HOME 12341 Saratoga-Sunnyvale Rd, Saratoga. Funeral Mass 10:30 AM at Church of the Ascension 12033 Miller Ave. Saratoga. Interment to follow at Gate of Heaven Cemetery.
In lieu of flowers his family requests that a donation be made to the ASPCA in his name.
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Memories and Condolences
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May 9, 2016
Dear Little Brother. I so missed calling to wish you a Happy Birthday yesterday. Just when I think I'm learning to cope the heart cracks open and the tears flow. I love you Joe.
May 8, 2016
Happy Birthday Joe!! Miss you!!! Susan
Came across this photo today. You are always in my heart and often on my mind. I cherish my memories with you.
Kelly Penning
March 9, 2016
Cara Colletti
December 3, 2015
Lighting a holiday candle for you little brother. It never get easier.
December 3, 2015
Dear Joe, I miss you with all my heart. I was just talking to someone last night about one of the times you came over and we had a huge crab feast. We sat at the table for hours eating fresh crab out of the pot talking about life. I miss you so much Joe. My heart will never fully heal. Cara
May 8, 2015
Happy Birthday Joe! I miss you.....
Susan
January 12, 2015
Joe, Twin Peaks is coming back! I will so miss getting to discuss the show like we did back in the day. Miss you! Miss you!
May 12, 2014
Wow, were has the time gone! I can't believe it's been three years. I miss seeing you every morning with a smile and and a good word. Talking about riding and the bikes. Always the good neighbor.
Miss you,
Raymond
Cara
May 9, 2014
Happy Birthday little brother. I miss you.
Bruno Sanchez
February 16, 2014
Cara please contact Bruno at 415-374-5896
December 6, 2013
Joe Colletti-san,so intelligent w/ most diverse interests between work and personal; 3 yrs "gone" (but you're not) is indeed hard to believe, even tho we didn't always keep in touch. You will always be in my heart,in some ways soulmate to me (artistically) and definitely a soulmate to others while maintaining your "free spirit". Dang, would be nice to "reach out" to you now to hear that "hey you!". Somehow, I know you are still with the ones who appreciated and loved you most. I feel you still are there. Great memories of a most treasured friend who touched many live, family and beyond. With love and utmost respect, Mary Nicholson
Cara Colletti
December 6, 2013
Can't believe you're gone 3 years. I will still see something or read something and start to reach for the phone to share it with you like we use to always do. My sweet little brother words can't express how much you're missed.
Kelly Penning
December 5, 2013
I can not believe it has been three years since you left us. Manda and I were just talking about you the other day...bittersweet memories, my friend.
Brent Wahl
November 27, 2013
I remember joe as a young man when I was a student at LHS. He was a bright fun loving guy. The world is a smaller place without him.
Gregory Nethercutt
March 12, 2013
Message from Gregory Nethercutt ,
Greetings Cara,
You most likely do not recall me. I used to work with Joe at the Grog & Sirloin restaurant in Los Gatos
in the late 70's early 80s. Despite our age difference, Joe and I became quite good friends.
I find myself reflecting back and am amazed as to how much we shared. Some common areas of interest
Joe introduced me to:
Fiat X1/9
Husqvarna 250Cr
Jeff Beck(Guitar master!)
Joe was truly a quality human being. When my brother died in 1983, Joe came by to see how I was doing. He stayed for several hours despite the dark and sadness in my immediate life. I'm sure it was uncomfortable for him at the time but he stayed nonetheless.
I am deeply saddened by
Joe's passing. I was unaware
of this until recently. I was hoping to reconnect with him and do some motorcycling/4wheeling in Holister when I found out.
I wish you and the rest of the Colletti family all the best and happier days ahead. Take comfort and pride that Joe was obviously truly loved by many.
Sincerely,
Greg
Mike Norton
January 14, 2012
Godspeed Joe, Taking the old bike out this weekend for a run down the coast, You'll be there..
Your friend,
Mike
Cara Colletti
December 8, 2011
December 4th was one year since we lost you. It was a very hard weekend for all of us. The shock has worn off. We all love and miss you. We think about you everyday. You will always be in our hearts and I know you are always with us. I love you little brother.
Cara
May 17, 2011
I love you Joe. My birthday wasn't the same without my little brother.
Kelly Penning
May 15, 2011
Thought of you on your birthday, and wished I could call you. I still keep text messages from you in my cell phone. Silly, I know. But, it makes me feel you're not so far away. Still wish I could eat sushi with you, take a ride on the back of your bike, and argue politics with you. Amanda still loves the Agedashi Tofu you introduced to her. In fact, she introduced her boyfriend to it the last time we went for sushi. You continue to touch our lives, Joe. I know in mind that you are gone, but my heart is not ready to say good. We will see each other again, I know. Joe, I'll see you later.
Cara Colletti
February 4, 2011
My dear little brother. Today marks 2 months since our lives changed forever. I miss your smile and our talks about the world. I love you Joe.
Christine Begin Nickell
February 1, 2011
Joe, my dear boyfriend from 4th & 5th grade. While that was a life time ago, you have left a sweet spot in my heart forever. My condolences to all of your loved ones. R.I.P.
December 25, 2010
From Kenny "Bruno" Sanchez
Joe, I will always remember the music you and I recorded in the studio you built out of the garage in your home. You were always expiermenting with new equipment and had quite a collection of exotic guitars, keyboards, bass, drums etc..
You were in an envious situation with more toys than anyone I knew.
You were a wizard with an ear for recording live music. The quality of your work impressed many professionals when I play it for them. You made it look easy and always left the tape rolling.
I sometimes swear because you left us at such a young age. But I am fortunate and must think on the positive that I had a good friend that shared the same interests, Music, Cars, Motorcycles, Bicycling etc..
When I moved to San Fancisco from Los Gatos in 2003 I wasnt able to visit and I would play the music we recorded together and after a few years I would stop by to visit and your hospitality was as good as ever.
Ariving I would hear the music playing from outside and a cold beer was waiting inside. Your house was like a museum with a vintage 71' Honda Elsinore (mint condition) in the front room. Vintage Les Paul, Jackson, Charvelle guitars mouted on the wall waiting to be played.
The backyard a big drive in garage with Sporty RX7 Mazdas, Big trucks, vintage motorcycles udergoing restoration,high end racing bicycles on and off road type.
If I had a beer to many you always offerd your couch for the night and in the morning always had hot coffe and managed to whip up something for breakfast.
I never could have put the music I had in me together without your professional help.
I have and always will bragged about my friend Joe Colletti in Campbell. I even had a good friend with the IRS..
I remember dining out any restraunt you always knew the owners and waitress/waiters by thier first name and they you. A red carpet was rolled out. When the check came I would have to argue to let me cover it or half.
We always had a big group of friends in Los Gatos on thursday night. We could convince people that we were the owners of the restraunt.
When I bought my condominum in Los Gatos you were at my door with tools in hand and helped me with drywall painting and final decor.
Your friends were number one and treated like family. I have and always will consider you a brother.
When they say "He who dies with the most toys wins.." You take the Cake!!
I will always consider myself very fortunate to have a friend named Joe Colletti and it helps me deal with your departure. But you are still alive everytime I play our music.
Your girlfriend "Yukari" loves you dearly and the loss of her best friend will be very difficult. But I think the best way to deal with this is to reflect on all the good times and thank God for friends like you.
When they say only the good die young I raise a toast to you Joe.
Check You Tube in a couple months and you will hear Jammin Joe Colletti on guitar living forever on the net. Ive always said if you want to live forever,create art. When you depart we still have your art. I cant play our music without breaking down and crying but I cry with a smile as the music plays..
Thanks Joe..You Rock!!
Your friend Bruno...
Joe at work
December 19, 2010
Nancy Iwasaka
December 19, 2010
To Joe’s family: I’m so sorry for your loss.
I worked with Joe at Applied Materials. He was always one of my favorite people at Applied. He made me laugh every single time I talked to him – which is saying a lot when you consider that what we worked on together was budget analysis for the R&D tax credit – not usually the most fun and entertaining stuff. But Joe could make just about anything funny, even on the most stressful days. He was always positive and upbeat, and so generous about sharing his expertise. He was always there to support me, no matter how busy he was with his own work. I looked forward to our talks about his travels and adventures. Joe was one of those people who had the ability to seem like an old friend from the first time you meet him. I can’t say enough good things about him: hysterically funny, genuinely caring and nice, interesting and unique friend who always made me smile.
JC, I will miss you!
Mary Nicholson
December 18, 2010
Joe, that is a good picture of you - it is exactly how I remember you. So handsome and sweet.
Francine Gay
December 17, 2010
To my wonderful cousin Joseph,
We all send our deepest condolences to your family over your passing; you were much too young. Over thirty years ago my mother, father,myself and my husband took a trip to California to visit your mom, dad and the family. We had a wonderful time. It was so nice to see all of you again. It had been many years that we did not see you or your mom and sisters. We had seen your father from time to time when he came in for a visit.It was wonderful that we all got to see you after so many years when you came to Isa and Phil's 50th wedding anniversary party with your girlfriend and your dad. We were all so happy that you made the trip so we could all get to see you again. I remember your first words to me "Oh my god my dad said you sound and look just like your mother". I joked with you at the time and said I don't know if that is a compliment or not..ha ha. We had a good laugh over that. I am glad that my husband and children got a chance to meet you. All they kept saying all night was Joseph looks just like Uncle Albert.When we said good-by that night we both said hope to see you again sometime.I guess it will just not be in this lifetime. May you rest in peace and give my love to all my family in heaven.Tell them I look forward to the day when I can see them again. Tell them to have patience waiting for me to join them because lord knows I am not ready yet! You will be surely missed.
Kelly Penning
December 17, 2010
I am so sad. I met Joe twenty years ago when we both worked at High Vacuum Apparatus in Hayward. We had such a good time and shared so many laughs. We were in and out of touch over the years. In more recent years he came and visited us. He joined us for my daughter's Survivor Island Party. He was a good sport and helped me with the activities. We bbq'd Kasper's hot dogs and he got to float around in the pool. He joined my family on a trip to Santa Cruz. He really liked the Mystery Spot! On another visit he took me for a great motorcycle ride to Murphy's. I laughed so hard on that trip that I cried. I am crying today, but not for the same reason. Joe, the world isn't going to be the same without you in it. I miss you.
Joe and Amanda in the pool.
Kelly Penning
December 17, 2010
Joe looked past the fact that I have to look up things like how to boil eggs! He always made delicious food!
Kelly Penning
December 17, 2010
Joe at the Mystery Spot. He was really the tallest!
Kelly Penning
December 17, 2010
Joe being my desk so I could find the Mystery Spot.
Kelly Penning
December 17, 2010
Joe helping me cook on a trip to Santa Cruz.
Kelly Penning
December 17, 2010
Joe helping with the "Price is Right" game.
Kelly Penning
December 17, 2010
Teresa
December 13, 2010
May God bless your family in this time of sorrow.
Miss you Joe!
Cara Colletti
December 13, 2010
To my beloved brother. Words can not begin to express how I will grief for you for the rest of my life. You were, are and will always be, my little brother. Thank you for the signs you have sent to prove you are alright in Gods arms. Save me a good spot next to you. XOXOXO
December 13, 2010
My beloved brother. Words can not begin to express how I will grief for you for the rest of my life. You were, are and will always be, my little brother. I love you. Your big sister, Cara
Raymond Gibson
December 9, 2010
My neighbor, always a kind word and a smile.You will be missed. Condolences to your entire family. If you need anything,stop by.#195L
Raymond Gibson
Michael Norton
December 9, 2010
To the Colletti family, We are deeply saddend to hear of Joe's passing, please know that you are in our prayers during this difficult time.
In the early 80's Joe and I met through mutual friends and co-workers,we shared a passion for motorcycles and cars and were roomates for a time while he restored his Camaro in my garage.
We have a great picture of a very young Joe and I hanging in my shop, we're leaning against our bikes somewhere down the coast highway beyond Carmel, Joe in his red white and blue riding leathers topped off with "motocross boots" and his classic "Husqvarna" hat.
Still have the old Kawasaki I rode that day, might just dust it off and go for a ride this weekend.
Godspeed Joe.
Tom Adler
December 8, 2010
You will be missed by many Joe. A great, dear friend to me. My condolences to the Colletti family. Godspeed #143L
Phyllis Taurosa
December 8, 2010
To Fran and Al,
I am so sorry for your loss. Sorry I cannot be there in person for the services. Know you are in our thoughts and prayers during this difficult time. God's peace...... cousin, Phyllis
Samantha (Sam) DeYoung-Mlinarich
December 8, 2010
My condolences to the Colletti family. I worked and goofed around with Joe during our years together at Applied Materials. He was a playful and eclectic soul and had a great sense of humor. His love for animals rivals mine and he will be greatly missed by all that knew him and had the honor to spend time with him.
Newton -|-
December 8, 2010
To the Colletti family, sorry for your loss, may GOD give you his LOVE, PEACE, and STRENGTH in this time of sorrow. May he R.I.P :)
Bob Hazle
December 8, 2010
My best friend in grade school. I'll miss you buddy.
Susan Zertuche
December 8, 2010
To the Colletti family, please accept my deepest sympathies. I worked with Joe during his time in the Tax department at Applied Materials. He was a dear friend of mine and I will miss him greatly.
Mary Nicholson
December 8, 2010
I miss you Joe - you're the best. My deepest condolences to your family.
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