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Joseph Pescatore Obituary
He was born in Providence a son of the late Vincenzo and Maria (Riccardi) Pescatore.
Joseph was employed in the Public Works Department for the City of Providence retiring in 1984. He was also a musician, and will always be remembered as One of the 2 Joes. He was a vocalist and guitar player, performing at weddings, showers and special occasions. He specialized in Italian songs.
Joseph was an Army veteran and a member of the Sons of Italy Lodge #1966. He also enjoyed walking, reading, politics and talk radio. His first passion was his family and second passion was his music. Joseph will truly be missed by all who knew him.
He is survived by his loving children, Mary Hanley of Cranston, Donna DeSimone of PA, and Joseph Pescatore, Jr. of Johnston. He was the cherished grandfather of 8 and great-grandfather of 1. He was the brother of the late Jimmy, Franky, Charlie Pescatore, Theresa Badessa and Mary DiBattista.
His funeral will be held on Friday at 8 a.m. from the NARDOLILLO FUNERAL HOME, 1278 Park Ave., Cranston followed by a Mass of Christian Burial at 9 a.m. in St. Bartholomew's Church, Laurel Hill Ave., Providence. Burial with Military Honors will be in St. Ann's Cemetery Cranston. VISITING HOURS: Thursday 4-8 p.m. Kindly omit flowers. Please visit www.nardolillo.com for more information and online condolences.
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John Paliotta
September 1, 2008
My deepest condolences to the Pescatore family.I first met Mr.Pescatore aprox.32 to 33 years ago.I was a 19 year old drummer who was lucky enough to have had the pleasure of meeting and performing with him and the person I suspect is the other Joe referred to in the obituary....(Joe C.)I have not seem him in 32 to 33 years,but I will never forget what a truely gifted musician and a genuinely nice man he was.He took the time....to be nice.My prayers go out to the family.I will not forget him.
Lydia Trechter
August 30, 2008
My mother had a dream the night Uncle Joe passed away. They were at a big gathering with family and friends. Uncle Joe was playing in the band on stage. She told me she was trying to make her way up to the stage but it was very crowded. As she was cleaning off the tables, she looked up and Joe was standing in front of her. He gave her a big hug and kiss and then she woke up.
I guess this was his way of saying good-bye. I'm sorry we didn't get the chance to see him recently. We truly enjoyed his visits to California. He will be missed by us all.
With love, Lydia, Bill, and Pauline
Michael & Eileen Di Santo
August 27, 2008
We met Joe many years ago at Square Dancing and continued our friendship with him until we moved to Florida. He was such a talented and gifted man ! Joe was such a gentle and very witty person. We are very saddened to hear of his passing. He must be entertaining the angels in heaven now with his beautiful music !
julio gionti
August 27, 2008
joe will always be remembed by me as a fine gentleman and a good friend, he had a great musical talent and it was my pleasure to have known him........sing one for me joe.............julio gionti
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