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BORN
1937
DIED
2024
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Joseph Addabbo Obituary
Joseph R. Addabbo, 86, of Bethlehem, died Thursday March 28, 2024 at Moravian Village, Bethlehem, surrounded by his family. He is the husband of Miriam "Mitzi" (Kurtz) Addabbo. Joseph was born in Allentown on 9/18/1937 to the late Joseph and Mary (Saks) Addabbo. He served our country faithfully in the US Navy during peacetime. Joseph was certified as a Professional Electrical Engineer at AT&T, the former Western Electric and Lucent for 26 years until retirement. He is a 1956 graduate of Allentown High School, graduate of Thaddeus Stevens College of Technology in Lancaster and Lafayette College in 1976. Joseph was an accomplished athlete in his early years, especially in wrestling and football.
In addition to loving wife of 56 years, Joseph is survived by his children, daughter: Diane L. Addabbo (Vitus Weber) of Fairport, NY; son: Michael J. Addabbo (Monica G. Asnani, MD) and grandson: Oliver D. of North Hollywood, CA; sister: Anna M. Ruth of Georgetown, TX; niece: Dana M. Cooper, and grandniece: Madden Cooper of Richmond, TX; nephew: Stephen (Ruth Love) Ruth of Houston, TX; and beloved dog: Roseanne Roseannadanna- affectionately called “Rosie.”
Joseph had requested his services be held privately. To share an expression of sympathy with this family, please visit www.heintzelmancares.com. Arrangements are by the Heintzelman Funeral Home, Inc. – Hellertown.
In lieu of flowers, contributions in Joseph’s name to Thaddeus Stevens College of Technology, 750 E King St. Lancaster, PA 17602.
Memories and Condolences
for Joseph Addabbo
10 Entries
Jacqui Wagner
April 3, 2024
Mitzi, my friend. Im so very sorry for your loss and also I am holding you in my thoughts as you move forward from the sadness. Hope to see you soon!
Karie Livingston
April 2, 2024
My deepest sympathy for the Addabbo family.
Sending love and healing light
Esther Flower
March 31, 2024
Dear Mitzi and family. You have all been in my thoughts. May this help to comfort you at this time. Love Esther Goyne Flower
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Lorraine
March 31, 2024
My deepest condolences to Mitzi, Diane, and the rest of the family on the loss of your beloved husband and father, Joe. And hugs to Rosie, who I know will be working hard to comfort everyone in their grief. I have been keeping you in my thoughts, and will continue to do so.
Jeff Kadas
March 31, 2024
I worked with Joe at Western Electric. What a great guy, always very willing to share his knowledge. My condolences to the family.
Leighanne
March 31, 2024
I am so sorry for your loss, Joe was a great guy, I loved taking care of him during his stay at MVB. I will keep the family and of course rosie in my thoughts and prayers. May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Grateful
March 30, 2024
Sir,
Thank You for Your service to our country.
God Bless You!
God be with your family!
Sincerely,
A Grateful American
Michael Ling
March 30, 2024
Sorry for your lose. Joe and I worked at AT&T and Lucent together until he retired. He was a great engineer and I learned a few things from yc
him Rest in peace, Joe!!
Regards,
Michael Ling
Bethlehem
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