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for Joseph DiGiorgio
Roshell Schenck
June 4, 2006
Mr.DiGiorgio always brought a smile to my face when he would walk into our pharmacy! Never upset, always a smile on his face. He was a great person and a pleasure to know.
MOUSIE & CHRIS DAURORA
May 17, 2006
Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
Joanne Chiota-Howey
May 17, 2006
Thanks for your hard work with St. Paul's Free Clinic and for the many enjoyable Sunday evenings of jazz. You will be missed. Our sympathy to the family for your loss. Joe was a wonderful man.
R. Michael Howey and
Jan Jablonski Larson
May 16, 2006
Dear family of Joe:
I extend my deepest sympathies to all in the loss of your beloved Joe. I had "Mr. DiGiorgio" as my 3rd grade teacher at Jones School many many years ago and have never forgotten him. He made you want to learn and made it fun. He also never let us misbehave in class. We loved him. I remember listening to his wonderful voice on the radio for years. He made a difference in so many lives. I am sure that the good Lord opened his arms when he took him home and said "Well done my faithful son."
We will miss his goodness here in this life. I too mourn the loss of my beloved father just 5 months ago.
God Bless You and Keep you in his Care.
Sincerely
Jan Jablonski Larson
Deborah Knight
May 16, 2006
Denise and Family,
You and your family are in our thoughts and prayers in the loss of your loved one. May the memories of your love and time spent together help ease the pain.
He made an impact on the whole community and will be missed dearly. God Bless you all.
Deborah Knight and Jill Taccone
Jeanine Tome
May 15, 2006
To Mrs. DiGiorgio & family -
We have been parishoners of OLP for the last 8 years, and have treasured hearing Joe speak as a lector. My children always listened well when he spoke, and we were saddened to learn of his passing. As a couple, you were a wonderful example of all that love and marriage can become over the years. Our sympathy to you and know that you are all in our prayers.
Jeanine & Rick Tome and family
Phil Papotnik
May 15, 2006
We got to know Joe thru Jazz Erie & Jazz Events. You could not think of jazz in Erie without thinking of Joe. One of the classiest and kindest men we ever knew. Deepest symphathies to all members of Joe's family.
Phil Papotnik & Sandy Berarducci
cheryl shepard
May 15, 2006
sorry to hear of your loss. my husband is friends with joe's cousin betty.
Jim Light
May 15, 2006
I wish to send my condolences to the family of Joe DiGiorgio. I first met Joe over 25 years ago when he owned Human Resource Services. Joe was full of life and ambitions. I had the pleasure to work with Joe recently over the past several years while he was working with Career Concepts. Even after all of these years, Joe held that power to make you feel good about yourself after talking with him. Joe was well respected and well liked in both his personal and professional life. I will remember Joe with fond memories.
Jerry Chiccarino
May 15, 2006
Dr. Anthony DiGiorgio (Tony)
I always listened to your brother, Joe, on Sunday evenings when I lived in Erie, and lately when in Erie visiting my daughter. I always had Joe's radio show on while traveling down I-79 back to Sharon/Hermitage, until the signal ran out. I will miss that familiar voice. You all have my deepest sympathies.
Jerry Chiccarino
Doug White
May 15, 2006
To all of Joe's family;
I had the great privelege of working with Joe and getting to know this remarkable person.I always appreciated his wisdom, kind words and advice.
You always knew that he would say the right thing to get you focused, I will always remember that great attitude that he had each and every day.
You are a true gentleman and friend.
Kelly, Olivia and I will keep you and your wonderful family in our prayers.
Take care, my friend,
Doug White
Gina Scheppner
May 15, 2006
Mary D:
I am so sorry to hear about your loss. I found out through my "new" boss who was a former neighbor of yours. I found out after the fact or I would have come to the funeral home.
Albert DiLuzio
May 15, 2006
I only met Joe once but he impacted my life greatly. He introduced me to Jazz 46 years ago when I was only 13 years old. I followed Joe as closely as I could wherever we lived. When living in Wisconsin my brother would tape his programs each Sunday night and mail them to me. With the advent to the internet and streaming audio I listened to his program almost every Sunday. I feel as if I have lost a close friend, one who introduced me to a life long love of American music. I will miss his voice and will morn his loss deeply.
Gail King
May 15, 2006
Dear Mary, Doreen and Denise;
I was saddened to hear of Joe's passing. What a man he was !!!
I worked with Joe at Career Concepts. He always had a smile and an understanding word for me when the days got tough. He loved his wife and family. Had a kind word for everyone he met.
Not only will he be remembered....he will be missed.
My thoughts are with you all.
Steve Eidell
May 15, 2006
I had the great pleasure to know Joe through Jazz Erie. He and I served on the Board together and I will miss his voice on "Jazz with Joe". My prayers go out to Mary and the rest of his family. He always wore an angel on his sholder and he's with them all now. I will never forget Joe D and Erie will not be the same without him. God bless you Joe.
David Zaffino
May 15, 2006
To the DiGiorgio Family,
Joe was a great counselor in his years at Career Concepts. He helped me a great deal in deciding what to do with my future, and with what company. He was very compassionate when things were difficult for me, professionally. I am very glad that I had the honor of knowing Joe. He will be missed, but he is in good hands now. My thoughts and prayers go out to the family.
Emma McCloskey
May 15, 2006
Dear Mary and Family,
Years ago Joe helped Stairways with an "Evening of Jazz" in support of our Center for Arts and Culture. He was a gem to work with. Two years ago I was a guest fundraiser on WQLN with him and I thoroughly enjoyed myself. We have appreciated his support of our work here at Stairways and will miss our community treasure, Joe.
With Sympathy,
Emma Lee McCloskey
Director of Development
Stairways Behavioral Health
Mary Wells
May 14, 2006
Dear Doreen and Family,
We were so sorry to hear about your Dad. We're sorry we can't be there with you but send our love and condolances to all of you. You will all be in our prayers.
Love and prayers from,
Ken, Mary, Adam and Alisha Wells
John Harkins
May 14, 2006
Joe was unselfish,caring,and pleasant.In the classroom and on the radio,he significantly influenced and enriched the life of our community.He gave his(many) talents, and shared interests(also many) with the Erie community for decades. I've recently been hearing his name mentioned on WQLN,and thought how re-assuring it was to still have guys like him around.I thought about contacting him but thought there would be time for that.Now I can't and I regret it.He was an interesting man,a loyal friend to my father,and me.
May 14, 2006
To the Family of Joseph DiGiorgio: The way I knew Joe was listening to him on WQLN. His love of jazz helped me fall in love with jazz...because of the way he would talk about the musicians as if they were his personal friends...and he made me feel as is they were my personal friends...what a gift he was to me and so many others! It is with great sadness that he is no longer with you and all of us...May all the jazz players up in heaven welcome him home! A faithful listener...
Theresa Chessario
May 14, 2006
Mary
Joe and I were saddened to hear of Joe's death. Our deepest sympathy to you and the girls.
Patrick Savelli
May 14, 2006
Joe was a great guy. I knew him through Career Concepts when I moved to Erie. I enjoyed our meetings together in PROBUS and will miss him. I extend my deepest sympathies to his family . I was proud to call him a friend.
Steve & Cindy Burnett
May 14, 2006
Mary,
WE are sorry to learn of Joe's passing. We have fond memories of the many times we shared together. You were a true example of the sacrament of marriage. He will be forever missed.
Martin Jaskiewicz
May 14, 2006
I never met Joe, but every sunday at 7 I turned on a friend. I listened to Him for many years. I thank the family for sharing him with us.Hewillbe missed.
Kathy Brown-Weisman
May 14, 2006
I had you was a Math Teacher back
as a 10th Grader at Strong Vincent
High School.
I enjoyed your methods of teaching
and followed your career after you
stopped teaching.
I know that your family will miss
you greatly. And my thoughts and
prayers are with them.
Lillian Dabney
May 14, 2006
My prayers and condolences go to Joe's family and friends.
renae hicks
May 14, 2006
TO DENISE& FAMILY,
I am truly sorry to hear about the passing of you father. I have been down this road before but as time goes on the pain will ease up. I remember how close you were to you father. He is all you used to talk about when we were younger. Just believe that he is in no more pain, or suffering. He is with God now. Resting in peace and watching over everyone else. So rest assure that you will be reunited with him one day.
May God Bless you and you family at this time of grieving. You will be in my prayers.
Sincerely,
Eileen McQuillan/Lewis
May 13, 2006
dear Denise, I remember your Dad from business when I worked for cable. He was a great guy, whom I'm sure will be missed by all. My deepest sympathy for you & your family
Lisa Winschel
May 13, 2006
I had the pleasure of working with Joe for the past 11 years at Career Concepts. He was a great guy who really cared about family and people. My deepest sympathies to Mary and his daughters whom I also became friends with since knowing Joe. Love, Lisa
Walt Ptaskiewicz
May 13, 2006
Mary, Denise and Doreen,
As you know Joe and I were old friends as well as being Delta Sig Fraternity brothers. I'm sad to say the last time we talked was after my first wife Jean passed away three years ago.
I feel sad about his passing. I know he will be missed very much. I think we all know Joe is in a better place. I will keep him and y'all in my prayers.
Y.I.T.B.O.S. Joe,
Walt
Charles Martini
May 13, 2006
Dear Uncle Joe,
You have been like a Father to me all these years,I know You are still with me in Spirit. As I was with you up until your last breath,
you were still teaching me.You taught me how to die with courage.
I will always miss you. I hope I will see you again some day. I Love You
Charlie Martini
Rob Hoff
May 13, 2006
Joe was THE voice of jazz in Erie and was in a league of his own. One of the classiest and kindest men I ever met. Deepest symphathies to Mary and all members of Joe's family. Now that Joe is in the land of Mingus and Monk, you can bet that heaven has never swung harder.
Andy Martin
May 13, 2006
My sympathy to Joe's family. Decolors Joe.
Joe and Anita Salvia
May 13, 2006
To the family of Joe DeGiorgio
Our thoughts and prayers are with you today, as we learn of Joe's passing. I had the privilege of knowing Joe for many years. He was a visionary, and a true gentleman and friend, and our lives are better indeed, because Joe was in them.
Joe and Anita Salvia
Barbara & Dennis Whiting
May 13, 2006
Mary, Denise, Doreen, John, Paul...
and Family:
Please accept our most sincere sympathy on Joe's passing. We saw his name for many months in the OLP Bulletin, heard that he was very ill through my brother, Joe Daniels, and prayed for him. We are sure he will be very much missed by all of you. May he rest in peace, and may God bless all of you, and bring you His comfort.
Sincerely,
The Whitings
(Boardwalk Pl. neighbors)
Danny Lucas
May 13, 2006
For the family and friends left behind by Joe,
We all know the story of the Good Samaritan, but rarely hear it from the point of view of the man laying on the side of the road. I was that man. Betrayal, job loss, friends who are near when your wallet is filled, but gone as fast as the job, divorce, lawyers to take what is left. These things put you on the side of the road; alone.
Then along came Joe. He lifted me up....not in a cubicle at Career Concepts, but in his personal office with the doors shut saying simply: "Tell me your story, Dan". He listened to it all and on repeated visits, the receptionist would call my name on the phone and Joe would come running from the back head offices to the front lobby, put an arm around my shoulder and escort me back to talk; to learn of progress. While everyone else pretended, Joe was the Good Samaritan who picked me up and went the extra mile.....for no reason except that was the type of person he was. It will be remembered.
Dan and Kathy Dahlkemper
May 13, 2006
Mary, so sorry to hear about Joe. There is a wedding in Richmond that we are attending out of town. We always thought of you guys a a marriage encounter poster couple, so cute together when you would do your presentations. thank you for your example of married love and may God bless you during your time of grieving.
love Dan and Kathy
Neil Euliano
May 13, 2006
Joe was a great guy. I knew him many years ago. I extend my deepest sympathies to his family . I was proud to call him a friend.
Dr Neil Euliano
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