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Joseph DiMaria Obituary

Joseph M. DiMaria It is with deep sorrow that we announce the passing of Joe DiMaria on March 24, 2011 in Tucson, AZ. He was born August 21, 1923 in Melrose Park, Illinois, son of Charles and Bennadetta (Riggi). Joe moved to Tucson in 1959. He was known in the community for owning numerous service stations. Joe will always be known for his sense of humor and storytelling. He enjoyed being around his family and friends and traveling in his RV. Joe was preceded in death by his parents, four sisters and three brothers. He is survived by his wife of 62 years, Barbara DiMaria (Jenkins); four children, Michael DiMaria (Charlotte), Nancy DiMaria, Charles DiMaria (Ruth) and Mark DiMaria (Tina); grandchildren, Brandon DiMaria (Jean), Kimberly Labriola (Nick), Jennifer Young (Jeff), Ashley Smith (Matt) and Jeramie; great- grandchildren, Carson, Taylor, Connor and Josh; his sister, Elisa Pones and many nieces and nephews. Joe will be deeply missed. Arrangements by DESERT ROSE CREMATION AND BURIAL.

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Published by Arizona Daily Star on Mar. 27, 2011.

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April 13, 2011

Mike

Just saw the notice online, when I heard about your Dad passing.
Our condolences. He was a good man...and always will be.

Ken & Sylvia Intrieri

Susan Halverson

March 31, 2011

Dear DiMaria Family,

I hope in this time of sadness your happy memories will carry you through. I remember Joe from I guess his very 1st station at 22nd & Wilmot. My mom used to talk about him all the time as being such a sweet & generous man, I was just a toddler at the time but he has always stood out in my memory.
Susan Halverson (Dolphin)

March 29, 2011

Dear Mike & Family, So sorry to read of of the loss of your Dad. May he rest in peace. Our condolences,
~Linda Myers @ COT IT Dept

March 29, 2011

I am deeply saddened by the loss of my Uncle Joe. He was always kind and laughed a lot. He wll be missed. Even though the miles separate us he and Aunt Barbara are always in my heart. My love and prayers go out to you. Suzie Brzezowski

David Jenkins

March 28, 2011

Aunt Barbara and family, My thoughts and prayers go out to you. I love Uncle Joe and will hold his memory near my heart. Love you all, David

Good times!

Scott & Patty Linaker

March 28, 2011

Aunt Barb, Mike, Nancy, Chuck, & Mark,
Words alone cannot express how much Uncle Joe meant to our family. We have many great memories of him as kids growing up & all the times we spent together at Grandma & Grandpa's house. No one could tell a funny story like he could! We're sad that he's left us, but happy that he was a part of our lives.
God bless you--with love from Scott & Patty

Thank you for your service

Patty Linaker

March 28, 2011

Fun with brothers-in-law

Patty Linaker

March 28, 2011

Graduation day with Ma

Patty Linaker

March 28, 2011

rosemary hudson

March 28, 2011

Dear Barbara and Family, I am so sorry for your loss and Joe will be very missed! Rosemary Hudson

Bobby Boido

March 28, 2011

Mike, I am so sorry for the loss of your father. Enjoy the good memories you have of your dad, this will help with the pain of losing a loved one. With deepest sympathy, Bobby Boido

March 28, 2011

Nancy, sorry to hear of your Dads passing. God Bless you and your family.

Your friend Bob Suba

Addie Holland-Viles

March 27, 2011

Dear Barbara and family: Nancy and I used to be neighbors when I lived on Pace East. My condolences on the loss of your loved one. With deepest sympathy, Addie Holland-Viles.

Cy & Sheila Lehrer

March 27, 2011

Dear Mike, Charlotte, Brandon, Jean,
Condolences on the loss of your beloved Joe. We still enjoy the memory of meeting him many years ago. Take good care of yourselves.
With deepest sympathy,
Cy and Sheila Lehrer

March 27, 2011

Mike, Sorry to hear about the loss of your father. He was a good man and fun to be around. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. Eric and Char Castillo

March 27, 2011

Dear Barbara and Family:: I remember Joe as a very nice man. Take care-I wish you enough. Win Wittmere

Steve & Julie Balogh

March 27, 2011

Dear Mike:

Our sincere condolences on the loss of your father. May you and your family find the strenght in your time of sorrow.

With our deepest sympathy,

Steve and Julie Balogh

Brandon Di Maria

March 27, 2011

Papa we will miss you. Brandon

Patrick & Amber Sumpter

March 27, 2011

Joe was a great man and a great friend. He kept you laughing and I just loved his stories. He was one of a kind and Amber and I and all who had the good fortune of knowing him will be blessed forever in our hearts.

Diane Edwards

March 27, 2011

Jean and Brandon, I am so sorry for your loss. Your father must have been a wonderful man, judging by you and your family. My prayers are with you. Diane Edwards

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