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Giuseppe GRECO Obituary
Giuseppe Costanzo (Joe)
(The Master Butcher):
On 27 December 2021, suddenly at home, aged 70 years. Dearly loved son of the late Cos and Tina Greco. Loving brother and brother-in-law of Mariano, Rosanna and Paul Cathro. Loved uncle of Anthony and Libby Cathro. Loved by his aunts, uncles and cousins. Special friend of Kim and Paul Thompson and family.
May he Rest in Peace.
In lieu of flowers, donations to the Sisters of Compassion Soup Kitchen would be appreciated and can be made online at www.soupkitchen.org.nz/donate. A private family service will be held. Joe's family wish to invite family and friends to join them at The Pines, 50 The Esplanade, Houghton Bay, on Friday 31 December at 3.00pm to celebrate his life. A "My Vaccine Pass" will be required to be shown at the venue. Messages may be sent to "The family of Joe Greco" c/- PO Box 50-347, Porirua 5240.
Funeral arrangements have been made by Larry Greco.
Memories and Condolences
for Giuseppe GRECO
9 Entries
Jill and Carl Snell and family
January 7, 2022
Joe, you were one of the sweetest souls a person could know - with a heart of pure gold. We are so sad to learn of your passing. You always went above and beyond to ensure your customers had the very best service and left the shop with smiles on their faces. Our deepest condolences to your family. You will live on fondly in our memories. Rest well dear Joe.
Terry McKee
December 31, 2021
Joe, met you a long time ago at Harmoney meats and then working together at Island Bay Butchery for 10 years. You were a great person to work with and always willing to go the extra mile for your customers. Your volunteer work with the Soup Kitchen was very inspiring. Will miss meeting up with you at your garage for a quiet beer. A true friend who will be sadly missed. May God welcome you with open arms to your new home. Love Terry McKee
Janine Harding
December 31, 2021
Remembering you Joe with fond memories of all the lovely time we had together. First meeting you in our early twenties when my Dad encouraged you and Doug to join the United Ancient Order of Druids.
Our friendship was very special and you became like one of our family, attending many parties, bbqs and even being the MC at Rachel and Michael's wedding, coming to Brisbane when Linda got married, and all our special birthdays. I will miss your stories, you will forever be in my thoughts.
RIP Dear Friend. Janine
Geraldine Anderson
December 30, 2021
My love and thoughts go to the family and friends of Joe and I wish you all strength. Joe will be sadly missed but lovingly remembered.
From Geraldine. (Sherry Schrader)
Marion Gunn
December 29, 2021
Joe, we met you in 1974 when you worked in Munns General Store in Constable Street Newton and we lived in Hiropi Street just opposite.
We were flatting, waiting for our house to be built in Southgate Island Bay.
You told me about the United Ancient Order of Druids and all the good deeds they do so I became a Lodge Member of Oroua no 5 (and I still am) and worked at Grand Lodge in Woodward Street. I moved on to the Wellington City Mission and you were always trying to get me to play Lawn Bowls in Island Bay but I was an avid Tenpin Bowler so it wasn't until I retired from that & work that we spoke about the Lawn Bowls & you told me how to join and as they say, the rest is History.
I will miss your friendship & laughter Joe
Marion xx
Maria Di Leva
December 29, 2021
Joe - dearly loved nephew of the late Luigi and Tina Dellabarca and loved cousin of Maria and Joe, Sandra and the late Brendan Meo, Tony and Adriana and Andrew and their families. Rest in Peace . We will never forget you.
Janine Russell (Greco)
December 29, 2021
Joe was a dearly loved nephew of the late Fat and Vel Greco.
Cousin of Janine@Don and Family Taupo.,and the late cookie (john)...Old long time neighbour of the Taylor Family. Our memories of you are precious .Little Joe you could tell the biggest stories with the biggest smile..Enjoyed catching up recently..Our love and thoughts are with Mariano,Rosanna@Paul and all your family..Love Janine Russell(Greco)
Raj and Kate
December 29, 2021
Our condolences to the Greco Familys on this sudden passing of special friend. May the memories of his smile and laughter get you threw these sad times.
Dave Greco
December 29, 2021
We are so very sad to hear of Cousin Joe's passing. We will always remember his smiling face. RIP Joe.
With love from Dave, Janet and Hannah (Palmerston North).
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