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Joseph Maniscalco Obituary
Born on Aug. 7, 1927, in Meriden, he was the son of the late Rosario and Filomena Emmanuelle Maniscalco. He proudly served in the U.S. Army during World War II. Joseph was employed by the International Silver Company, was an inspector for Pratt and Whitney Aircraft and also worked at Merl Inc. of Meriden for many years. He was a parishioner of Our Lady of Mt. Carmel Church and a member of the North Italian Club in Meriden. Joseph was an avid golfer, he was well known at Hunter Golf Club as a player and starter and was affectionately known as Papa Joe.
He is survived by his daughter, Mary Jo Merliss and her husband, Rick, of Meriden; two grandchildren, Marisa Jo Merliss and her husband, Michael Minarik, of New York City, N.Y., and Mark J. Merliss and his girlfriend, Kari Zienkowicz, of Meriden; also survived by his brother, Anthony Maniscalco and his wife, Marie, of Bristol; a sister-in-law, Eleanor Maniscalco, of Meriden; a special friend, Donato Lupacchino, of Meriden; and many nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by his brother, Frank; and sister, Antoinette.
A funeral service will be held on Thursday, April 2, at 11 a.m. at the John J. Ferry and Sons Funeral Home, 88 E. Main St., Meriden. Burial will be in Sacred Heart Cemetery. Family and friends may call at the funeral home on Wednesday, (TODAY), from 4 to 8 p.m. For online condolences, please visit www.jferryfh.com.
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Memories and Condolences
for Joseph Maniscalco
Edward Champagne
April 3, 2015
Helo Mary Joe & Rick,I just heardof your Dads Death. I sent him a Christmas Card which I sent him each year & never got one back, I will miss him Dearly Ed.Champagne , My ole Pal & Buddy.......
Margaret Hamilton
April 1, 2015
Mary Jo. I was so sorry to hear of your dad's death. He was a very special person especially to the lady golfers at Hunter Golf Course.
April 1, 2015
Papa Joe -God bless you!! My Condolences to the family..
George Soroka
Glenn Centola
April 1, 2015
Dear MaryJo, Rick, Mark and Marisa, my heartfelt condolences with the passing of your Dad. Papa Joe will always be a cherished memory with all the fun we had at the golf course. God Bless
Sharon Clementel
April 1, 2015
Dear MaryJo, Rick, Mark and Marisa, I am so sorry to hear that Papa Joe went to Heaven!!! He will be missed by all but will always be in our hearts! He was a wonderful person and I am so sorry for your Loss. My deepest sympathy to you all. He is with your mom and they are together again! Sharon
Shirley Papallo
April 1, 2015
To MaryJo, Rick, Marissa, Mark & the Maniscalco family -Our deepest condolences on the loss of Joe. My mom & dad always enjoyed his company.
He always had an engaging conversation, and was fun to be around. May your memories sustain you at this difficult time.
Love, Shirley & Mark
Marion & Dolly
March 31, 2015
Joe was the kindest person I've ever met! My golfing days were always a lot more fun when I drew Joe or Rick on my team.
Lou Rebstock
Ron and Dolores LaRiviere
March 31, 2015
To the family of Joe: Sorry to hear of Joe's passing...he was one of kind and will always be remembered for his fun loving personality....
Donna (the waitress)
March 31, 2015
Please know that Joe and all of you are in my prayers.I know how much he loved each of his beloved family members and how much you all love him in return. May God's grace and faith help you through this time of mourning.
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