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JOSEPH GIANTELLI Obituary

GIANTELLI Joseph M. Giantelli (Age 52) On Sunday, October 15, 2017 Joseph Giantelli of Rockville, MD passed peacefully. Joseph was born on July 20, 1965 in Mount Vernon, New York. As a young man, he participated in Boy Scouts and achieved Eagle Scout in 1983. He attended Mount Vernon High School continued his education at Westchester Community College graduating with an associates degree in electronic technologies. In 1989, he met the love of his life, Adelaide Giantelli (nee Mella) and they were happily married for nearly 25 years. Being a lifelong learner, Joseph continued his education at Manhattan College, graduating with a bachelor's degree in electrical engineering in 1998. In 1999, Joseph and his wife moved to Maryland. For the past 10 years, he was a reactor systems engineer at the Nuclear Regulatory Commission. Joseph is survived by his beloved wife, Adelaide, and his children whom he adored, Andrew, Matthew and Alexa. He was a hands-on dad and kid at heart. He was an active member of Boy Scouts, avid fisherman, and enjoyed to putter with 3-d printing. Joseph was cherished son of Raymond and Joan Giantelli; loving brother of Raymond Giantelli, Mary Ostrander, Antonetta James, and Patricia Righetti. Joseph is also survived by his in-laws Raffaele and Marcella Mella and many loving nieces and nephews, as well as many family and friends. The family will receive friends at PUMPHREY'S COLONIAL FUNERAL HOME, 300 W. Montgomery Ave., Rockville, MD on Sunday, October 22 from 3 to 5 and 7 to 9 p.m. Mass of Christian Burial will be offered at St. Mary's Catholic Church, 520 Veirs Mill Rd., Rockville, MD on Monday, October 23, 2017 at 10:30 a.m. Interment private. In lieu of flowers, donations in memory of Joseph Giantelli may be made to the National Capital Area Council of the Boy Scouts of America go to https://www.ncacbsa.org/support-scouting/. Please view and sign online family guestbook at www.pumphreyfuneralhome.comwww.pumphreyfuneralhome.com

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Published by The Washington Post from Oct. 18 to Oct. 20, 2017.

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Bobbi Rossi

October 13, 2020

Dear Adelaide and Family,

Just this morning, I heard a news story about the Boy Scouts. I was instantly taken to story from Joe's service about how he could do anything. Of course he could be up on the roof, after all, he was an Eagle Scout! My two children went through the NRC Daycare Center when Andrew and Matthew were there. Adelaide and Joe were such a fantastic match. I have many fond memories of being at your home for Halloween parties. Whenever I see your mom at NRC, I marvel at the courage, strength, and resiliency she has shown. You all continue to remain in my thoughts and prayers.

Tony Tedesco

November 6, 2017

I'm very sorry for your loss. Joe was such a nice and kind man. He truly was a joy to be around; he always made me feel welcome. My sympathies, -Tony Tedesco (Pittsburgh PA)

Peter Snyder

October 28, 2017

Dear Adelaide and family,
My sincerest condolences for your loss. May God bless your and your family. I trusted Joe's opinion on electrical things and sat near him at work. Wow. I am sorry. My thoughts and prayers are with you.

Rosetta Virgilio

October 26, 2017

Dear Adelaide & Family -

Marty & I were saddened to hear of Joseph's passing & send you our deepest sympathy & condolences. May you draw strength from the Lord Our God & find courage & peace in the days ahead with the support of your family & friends who love you all dearly.

Nancy Giordano Metcalf

October 25, 2017

My deepest condolences. I went to elementary school with Joe. Prayers and light to your family in this time of sadness.

Greg Barbara

October 25, 2017

I knew Joe from Mount Vernon, OLV and many years with Boy Scouts. Joe was a natural leader and we spent great times back then, camping, hiking and fishing in our years with Boy Scouts together.

We had a great group in old Troop 11 and developed many friendships and memories from those days. May Joe Rest In Peace and prayers for his family.

Richard Ramsauer

October 24, 2017

My condolences to the family. Joe was a very good friend during my grammar school, high school and college years. I am very sad to hear this news.

Madeline and John Mair

October 24, 2017

Dear Adelaide and family,
We are so saddened to hear about Joe. Sending our sincere condolences and deepest sympathy. With love to all in this time of loss. You are in our thoughts and prayers. Madeline and John Mair

Joanne Chirico

October 23, 2017

Sincere sympathies to the family. I knew his sister Mary growing up in Mt Vernon and my sister Gerri knew Joe. May he Rest In Peace.
Joanne Fico Chirico

Gerri Fico-Kelly

October 23, 2017

I am so sorry to hear this. I went to school with Joe back in Mt. Vernon. RIP.

October 23, 2017

As big-hearted and fun a person as we've ever known. Tom always thinks of Joe when the latest marvel of 3D printing is in the news. We are blessed to have known him, and are grateful of the example of he provided our boys on how to be a man.

Tom & Noelle Fonseca, Rockville, MD

October 23, 2017

God bless Joe and his family.

Tamera Williams, NRC

Marie DeMatte

October 23, 2017

So very sorry to learn of Joe's passing- may he rest in peace in the arms of The LORD

Shirley Xu

October 23, 2017

Adelaide,
Please accept my deepest sympathies to you and your family.

Robert Lane

October 23, 2017

I never knew joe but I am sorry for your loss. Please pass my condolences to his parents my name is Bob lane and I spent many happy times with Ray and Joan. Have not heard from them in a long time

Dan Gresh

October 21, 2017

To the Giantelli family, I wish to express my deepest condolences on the passing of Joe. From across the street on Blossom Dr., it was always fun to watch Joe put on his overalls and accomplish whatever project he put his mind to, from pulling out bushes with his Jeep, working on his cars, and up to creating his own scaffolding and rebuilding the top of his chimney on his own. He put me and the rest of his neighbors to shame with his talents and no wonder, he was an Eagle Scout I now realize. May the memories of his example provide his children guidance and comfort to you all forever, Dan Gresh

Michael Khadabux

October 21, 2017

I am so sorry for your loss. I worked with Joe years ago.

Vince and Pearl Tedesco

October 21, 2017

Dear Adelaide and Family,

We were so sad to hear of the loss of your beloved husband, Joe. Pearl and I want you to know our thoughts are with you. I know you will find much strength with your family surrounding you and the many memories of love you have with Joe.

Our deepest sympathy and love,

Vince and Pearl Tedesco

Jenny Weil

October 20, 2017

Adelaide, I never worked with Joe but know that he is remembered so fondly here at NRC. He left behind a wonderful legacy with Andrew, Matthew and Alexa. I'm keeping you all in my thoughts.

October 20, 2017

Our sincere and deepest condolences to the Giantelli family on the loss of your loved one. May the God of comfort strengthen you and bless you with peace during your grieving process. (Psalm 29:11)

Luis Vaccarello

October 20, 2017

Dear Adelaide and Family,
Renee and I are deeply saddened by your loss. We hope that the memories of Joe and the love and support of your family and friends will ease the road ahead. You are all in our prayers.
Love, Luis and Renee

Vivian Campbell

October 20, 2017

Dear Adelaide,
My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family in this time of great sorrow. May God bless you with wonderful memories.

October 20, 2017

I'm sorry for your loss. May the peace of God be with your family during this difficult time. May our loving creator sustain your family during your time of need.

BM

Bobbi Rossi and family

October 19, 2017

Dear Adelaide, Andrew, Matthew, and Alexa, We are deeply saddened by the loss of Joe. He was a great person and a terrific parent. We have fond memories of your Halloween parties when the children were young. We are here for you.

Rob Murray

October 19, 2017

I am terribly saddened by the news of Joe's death. He was a work acquaintance and I went out with him after work on a few occasions. Always happy and easy to talk to, Joe was great company to have around. I am so sorry for your loss. RIP

fjohn reinke (mc1968)

October 19, 2017

The Manhattan College alumni community shares the grief, and is now praying for our fellow alumni and the family at this time. The Alumni Office has been informed. As well as the Jasper Jottings community that I personally can reach. We are all a little poorer now. "No man is an island, entire of itself ... any mans death diminishes me". We are sorry for your loss.

Antonios Zoulis

October 19, 2017

My deepest condolences on your loss. May his memory be eternal.

October 19, 2017

Dear Adelaide, Andrew, Matthew & Alexa

We are extremely sadden to hear of Joe's passing. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and the entire family during this difficult time. We will always remember Joe with his brilliant smile and great sense of humour. May God bless you all with peace and comfort.
Love from your Canadian cousins,
Salvatore, Gina, Julia & Michael Mella XO

Jeff Circle

October 19, 2017

My sympathy to the Giantelli family on Joe's passing. I knew him for several years here and back in N.Y. He was always a pleasant gentleman with interests in every area and had many friends at the NRC. He will be truly missed.

Jason Lising

October 19, 2017

Deepest condolences. I was fortunate to have known Joe at work. His kindness, humor, and easy-going way will always be remembered. My thoughts and prayers for the Giantelli family.

Chuck Norton

October 19, 2017

Joe was friendly, always helpful. I miss him.

Ruth Cooke

October 19, 2017

Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this time of sorrow.
The Cooke Family

Michelle Beardsley

October 19, 2017

Adelaide, my deepest sympathies to you and your family.

Kristy Bucholtz

October 19, 2017

Dearest Giantelli Family, my deepest condolences to your family. May God comfort you in your time of sorrow. Your family and Joe will be in my thoughts and prayers.

Geoff Miller

October 19, 2017

Joe always had a smile on his face whenever we saw him in Region IV. He was fun to be around, and he will be greatly missed. Sincere condolences to the Giantelli family.

John Thorp

John Thorp

October 19, 2017

I was honored to have known and worked with Joe for many years in the Operating Experience Branch. Joe helped make our work enjoyable and he was our "go to" guy for all things electrical and instrumentation. I miss his kindness and sense of humor. He deeply loved his family and cared about his 'work family' too. Adelaide, Andrew, Matthew, and Alexa and all the Giantelli family are in my thoughts and prayers. We thank God for Joseph Giantelli.

Brett Rini

October 19, 2017

Giantelli family, my sincere condolences on Joe's passing. I had the pleasure of working with him in OpE for several years. He was always so friendly, helpful, and humble, and he had a great sense of humor. He will be missed.

Andrea Kock

October 18, 2017

Adelaide my thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. Although I didn't know Joe, I do know that he was the husband someone who is extremely dedicated and gracious and that he was part of our NRC family. I am praying that you find strength, comfort and peace. Your NRC family is here.

Omid Tabatabai

October 18, 2017

My thoughts and prayers are with the Giantelli family. Joe was a dear colleague and a friend. My deepest condolences.

October 18, 2017

I am so sorry for your lost. May you find comfort in the God of all comfort because he cares for you. 1Peter 5:6-7

Gregory Werner

October 18, 2017

I worked out of Region IV in Arlington, TX and Joe was one of the guys I could call or email in HQs and he was always very helpful and very pleasant!! He will be missed. Praying for the family!!!

October 18, 2017

Dearest Adelaide, Andrew, Matthew and Alexa,
There are no words to express the depth of our sadness at Joe's passing. He was such a lovely man and we cherish the memory of his wonderful smile and easy humour. He will be greatly missed. Our most heartfelt sympathies to all of you. With love,
Joe and Beau, Carling, Briar, Benjamin and Noah Tedesco (Oakville, Ontario)

Maria DeRenzo

October 18, 2017

Dear Adelaide and Family,
We are very saddened to hear about the passing of your beloved husband. May God, the memories of Joe and the love of family around you give you strength during this difficult time and in the days ahead. You are all in our thoughts and prayers. We send our deepest condolences to you, your family and your Mom & Dad. Our sincere sympathy from your friends in Pittsburgh.
Maria, Frank & Gina DeRenzo and Adolfo & Rosa Vaccarello.

October 18, 2017

May the God of all comfort strengthen the family during this time of deep sorrow. Those who pass on, God keeps in his memory because they are precious in his eyes. My sincerest condolences. (Psalms 116:15)

Liza Cunningham

October 18, 2017

May God comfort you and your family in this time of sorrow.

October 18, 2017

Sorry to hear of your loss. Joe was a great person and coworker. We worked together for a couple of months when I was rotation to his group. He was always willing to help and very patient. You are in my thoughts and prayers.

Marshall Kohen

October 18, 2017

Adelaide, I'm so terribly sorry for your loss. May your wonderful memories ease your sorrow over time.

October 18, 2017

I am sorry for the loss of your loved one. May the peace of God and the fond memories you cherish comfort and sustain you in your time of need.
-RM

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