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Joseph Cornecelli Obituary

Joseph Cornecelli III (Giuseppe, aka Peppe), a resident of Troy, Mich. for 28 years, passed away January 15, 2013 after a 2-1/2 year battle with cancer. He was born August 30, 1951 to the late Joseph (Jr.) and Sue (nee Ida Ann Tiraterra) Cornecelli. Joe graduated from St. Vincent High School in 1969, attended The University of Akron, received a Bachelors Degree in Communications from Oakland University in Rochester, Mich. and a Masters of Telecommunications & Systems Management from Michigan State University.

Joe spent his entire working career in the telecommunications and technology industries, retiring from SBC-Ameritech Bell Companies after 32 years of service. He went on to work at competitive telecommunications companies before becoming a Certified Project Management Professional, working for Logicalis, an international IT firm, at the time of his death.

Joe was an Adjunct Professor at Lawrence Technological University, Southfield, Mich., where he taught technology and Project Management courses. Joe was a volunteer at the SHARP Program of Troy, Mich. and previously with Ameritech's Pioneer program and the Summit County Ohio Dive Team.

He is survived by his wife, Vicki Anne (nee Hirschberg); son, Christopher and daughter-in-law Stephanie of Brooklyn, N.Y.; sister and brother-in-law, Susan and James Smith of Knoxville, Tenn., sister, Carla Cornecelli of Akron; and numerous cousins and friends.

The family will receive friends January 18, 2013 at 5 p.m. at the Sawyer Fuller Funeral Home, 2125 12 Mile Rd., Berkley, Mich. The funeral service will be held at 7 p.m.

Joe requested NO FLOWERS but suggested donations be made to the National Bladder Cancer Advocacy Network, 4915 St. Elmo Ave., # 202, Bethesda, MD 20814 or to the Capuchin Soup Kitchen (1820 Mt. Elliott, Detroit, MI 48207).

Share your memories and condolences at www.sawyerfuller.com.

Published by Akron Beacon Journal from Jan. 17 to Jan. 18, 2013.
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Michael G Trecaso

Michael G Trecaso

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January 11, 2023

Miss YOU!

Michael Trecaso

Friend

January 13, 2022

Friends since we met in grade school! A great person! A great friend! MISS YOU FRIEND!❤

Michael G Trecaso

Friend

January 15, 2021

Always a smile on his face!
God did good!!
Miss YOU!❤

Michael G Trecaso

Friend

January 11, 2020

Pepe, You are not forgotten and will especially be remembered as our remaining classmates come together for a 50th reunion this summer. You and all the others celebrating the reunion together in heaven will be remembered with great affection.

Akron St. Vincent Class of 1969

January 23, 2019

Pepe isthe best friend you would ever want!! Miss You!

Michael Trecaso

August 3, 2013

Sue & Family:
Sorry about the loss of Peppe. I remember him from St. V as a young guy with a great smile and great spirit. May he rest in paradise with our Risen Savior. God bless you and your family and all those you meet now and always.

Stephen Halaiko

January 21, 2013

I am so sorry for your loss, my thoughts and prayers are with you...

Pat Downing

January 20, 2013

He was my classmate from first grade on and I remember him as a sweet, cute, sensitive guy. In high school, he had such a love for the school and showed that spirit in so many ways. I am not surprised that he went on to be such an accomplished individual. My prayers are with his family as you deal with his death. It is truly bittersweet as he is no longer hurting, but you are left with the pain of his loss. He was a truly gentle person, even as a little boy, and I am glad he was a part of my youth.

Dot Wilson Rapp

January 18, 2013

"Life long or short, is a journey towards Paradise; There is our father land, there is our real home. Jesus is waiting for us in Paradise..." Pope John Paul II. Carla and family, thinking of you and keeping you in my prayers.

Lucretia

January 17, 2013

I am so sorry to hear about Pepe. I remember how much fun we had together as kids at all the family picnics. He was a very special person and I know he will be greatly missed by all. My love and prayers to you all.

Kathy Knapp-McGaughran

January 17, 2013

Peppe was a friend of mine from our school days. I will always remember the good times. So sorry for your loss, Carla.

January 17, 2013

Cornecelli family,

I am so sorry to hear about Peppe. I have many good memories of Peppe during our four years at St. V. My thoughts and prayers are with your family during this most difficult time.

Terry (Roten) Fail

January 17, 2013

Carla, I went to high school with Joe. He was one super guy. He will be deeply missed. My thoughts & prayers, are with you & your entire family.

John Salsky

January 17, 2013

Carla,
Know that you and all the family are in our thoughts and prayers. We all know that he and your parents are having a joyous reunion, "As the Saints Go Marching In."

Karen Becker, St. Vincent 1969

January 17, 2013

Joe Peppe Cornecelli is fondly remembered by his Akron St. Vincent Class of 1969 classmates. Our prayers were with you through your health challenges and we know that you are now looking over us. We remember, we celebrate, we believe.

Akron St. Vincent Class of 1969

January 17, 2013

I also was a member of St.V. class of l969 and wish to extend my deepest sympathies to Joe's family and friends. May God comfort you during this time of sorrow.

Kathy (Strecker) Hemperly

January 17, 2013

Sue and family I am so sorry for your loss . May he rest in peace.

Margie Bauman Gulmi

January 17, 2013

Cornecelli family,
As a fellow graduate of the 1969 class of St. V, I am sorry to hear of your loss. My prayers and thoughts are with you.
Peace,
Joan Carano Feaster

Joan Feaster

January 17, 2013

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