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Joseph Giuffria Obituary
December 9, 1923-October 11, 2012
Long Beach
Joseph Salvador Giuffria, 88, of Long Beach passed away peacefully Thursday, October 11, 2012 in Ocean Springs.
Mr. Giuffria was born in New Orleans and was a lifelong resident of Long Beach. He was a member of St. Thomas Catholic Church, Knights of Columbus, and Holy Name Society. He served in the United States Marines during World War II engaging in combat at Guadalcanal. Mr. Giuffria was a member of Veterans of Foreign Wars. He was retired from Civil Service at the Navy Base in the Public Works Department and was also maintenance engineer at the Holiday Inns in Gulfport.
He was preceded in death by his parents, Joseph L. Giufrria and Mary Stupack Giuffria; wife, Catherine Lapuma Giuffria; four brothers, Pos Giuffria, Louis Giuffria, Eugene Giuffria, Guy Giuffria; a sister, Felicia "Toots" Verdigets; daughter, Linda Jo Lindsey; and grandson, Thomas Carr.
Survivors include two daughters, Cathy (Rich) Ayala of Lapeer Michigan, Jo Ann (Wally) Lott of McHenry, one son, Joey (Lynda) Giuffria of Long Beach; two brothers, Salvador Giuffria of Gulfport, and Peter Giuffria of Birmingham, AL; eleven grandchildren; ten great-grandchildren; and many special friends and family.
Mass of Christian Burial will be on Monday, October, 15, 2012 at 11:00 A.M. at St. Thomas Catholic Church, Long Beach, where friends may visit one hour before the Mass. Interment will be in Long Beach Cemetery.
Bradford-O'Keefe, 15th Street, Gulfport is in charge of arrangements. View and sign register book at www.bradfordokeefe.com
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Memories and Condolences
for Joseph Giuffria
October 18, 2012
Such a good man and friend gets my thoughts and prayers. Rest in Peace with our Lord.
Ralph Trisotto
October 17, 2012
What a great man, my thaughts go back to our trip out west and the times we had. I am sorry for the lost of your dad
Sherry Bechard Boydstun
October 17, 2012
Uncle Joe was very special to me. I have many fond memories of him & Aunt Katie. They have a special place in my heart. I'm sorry to hear of his passing. I know he, Katie, Mom & Dad are having a happy reunion in heaven.
Anthony Jr and Alyson Lapuma
October 15, 2012
So sorry for your loss. Was glad to be able to visit with Joey and Cathy this past weekend. What a great picture of Uncle Joe! He will live in Anthony's memories forever!
Laura and Jewell Belew
October 14, 2012
We are so sad to hear of Joe's passing. He was such a wonderful and sweet, sweet man. Cathy I know how you will miss your dad, and our hearts go out to you and the rest of your family. I will always remember you by the Story of the "Fleur de Lis" that you gave me when Joe was in the hospital in New Orleans. We pray God's blessings on all of you at this time!
Sincerely,
Laura and Jewell Belew
Rebecca Giuffria
October 14, 2012
My Dear sweet Godfather how I will miss you! I am so blessed and thankful too we had our wonderful visit in July.
Love you always,
Becky
Katrina G
October 14, 2012
He will missed dearly. Such a sweet, sweet man.
Cynthia Hebert
October 14, 2012
Joey and Guiffria Family, please accept my heartfelt condolences for the loss of Joe. I loved Uncle Gene and, through him, feel a part of the entire Guiffria family. I pray you will be given the strength to endure your loss and be comforted by the many beautiful memories you carry in your hearts.
Howard Conley
October 14, 2012
My condolences to the family from a past nieghbor and friend.
Gwen and Ronnie Laubmeier
October 14, 2012
Cathy, JoAnn and Joey, we are so sorry to hear about your Dad. We will fondly remember him and your mom forever! Gwen and Ronnie
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