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1941
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2021
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Joseph Martelli Obituary
Born on December 12, 1941 in Braddock, PA, he was the son of the late Vincent and Mamie (Judice) Martelli.
On May 15, 1965 he married his wife of 56 years, Lorraine (Pallo) Martelli. She survives.
He was a veteran of the United States Army. After his service in the Army, he enlisted in the United States Navy during the Vietnam War and served with the Navy Seabees.
Joe retired as a heavy equipment operator after many years of service. Previous to that, he was a foreman at Edgar Thompson Works, U.S. Steel for 22 years.
He was a member of St. Catherine of Siena Roman Catholic Church in DuBois, PA and Good Shepherd Roman Catholic Church in Braddock, PA.
Joe is survived by two sisters (Flora Dihtzeruk and Lousie Gambino) and one brother (Vincent Martelli). He is also survived by his wonderful nieces and nephews.
He was preceded in death by three sisters (Anna Marie Potocnik, Stella Martelli and Delores Hornyak) and one brother (Dominic Martelli).
There will be no public visitation.
A private family service will be held from the Monongahela Cemetery in North Braddock, PA.
Arrangements are under the direction of the Baronick Funeral Home & Crematorium, Inc.
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Jim Swankler. 15104
July 6, 2021
My Father and I Work at ET Works in Braddock with Joe my Family sends our Deepest sympathy
Denise Germanoski Greca
July 4, 2021
Lorraine and Martelli Family, you all have my sincere sympathies in your loss. May the Good Lord comfort you at this very hard time.
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