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1939
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2020
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Joseph Petrillose Obituary
Joseph Anthony Petrillose, 81, passed away on January 16, 2020. Joe was born January, 8, 1939, the son of the late Anthony and Antoinette (DeAngelis) Petrillose. He was predeceased by his wife, Peggy C. Petrillose who died April 21, 2019. Joe is lovingly survived by his daughter Dana Williams of Ithaca, NY; daughter Jolie Massicci of Ithaca, NY (Michael); son A.J. Petrillose of Bedford, NY (Kristen); sister Donna Petrillose of Baldwinsville, NY; sister-in-law Cookie Terboss of Philadelphia, PA; brother-in-law Jim Chester of Fort Myers, FL (Cathie); grandchildren Cole, Nick, Ryan, Alexa, Elsa, Joseph; great grandchildren Mason and Gabrielle; and many nieces, nephews and cousins.
Graduating from Ithaca High School in 1957, Joe excelled at basketball and was a gifted left-handed baseball pitcher, throwing four no-hitters and several 1-hitters. Drafted by the Pittsburgh Pirates, he instead attended Notre Dame University. Returning to Ithaca after his freshman year, he enrolled at Ithaca College and would later join his father’s (Tony) barbershop on College Avenue in 1960. Joe was drafted and honorably discharged from the United States Army, spending two years in Stuttgart, Germany. By 1970, Joe and his father moved the barbershop to Linden Avenue in Collegetown, as a two-chair father-son operation, working together side-by-side for 50 years until 2010 when Tony passed away. Joe then moved to his daughter’s salon on N. Cayuga Street before retiring in 2014. Joe moved to McGraw House in downtown Ithaca in early 2019, which brought him a tremendous amount of joy, reuniting with old friends and making new ones.
His love of sports sustained him throughout his life, including skiing, boating, and watching his favorite team, the Yankees. Joe followed the local sports teams, with many of the players and coaches being customers. Joe ultimate love was his family and marrying his high school sweetheart. Peggy and Joe were married for 58 years. Joe was forever patient and rarely resisted Peggy’s enthusiasm and impulsive decision-making. They had an unconditional love and were each other’s best friend. Their love for each other extended throughout four generations of the close-knit Petrillose-Chester family, including cousins, extended family and close friends.
A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated by Fr. Augustine Chumo on Saturday, February 8, 2020 at 10:00 am at the Immaculate Conception Church. Joe’s family will greet friends immediately following the Mass at The Elk’s Club, 124 Coddington Road in Ithaca. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the Cancer Resource Center of the Finger Lakes, http://www.crcfl.net/
Memories and Condolences
for Joseph Petrillose
E.S.
March 20, 2021
May God comfort and console you during this especially sad time. He was a kind and considerate person who was also a hard worker. I'll always remember his down-to-earth and humble nature. I send my sincere condolences to his family. He will be greatly missed.
Eric Smith
July 9, 2020
May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief.
Joanne Murphy
February 10, 2020
So very sorry we could not make the funeral. Driving was terrible here. Just wanted to let you all know how sorry we are. Youre dad & mom were very special, we loved them & were very fortunate to have had many wonderful times with them. Very hard to lose our parents but they are forever in our hearts & memories.
Thinking of you, Joanne & Neil Murphy
February 6, 2020
As a customer starting as a little boy, I will always remember Joe and his father as such wonderful, kind men who truly cared about their craft. Very sad to learn of his passing. God bless him and his family.
- John Buhrman
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Evan & Iris Lambrou
February 1, 2020
Just a nice nice man with a really nice family. Joe will always be remembered for his even-tempered goodness. Our hearts go out to his family and friends. God rest his soul and give you peace.
Jim Atsedes
January 31, 2020
Joe was DEFINITELY one of the genuine good guys from our class of 1957. He was a great athlete who NEVER boasted of his achievements, which were many . My condolences go out to Joe's family & close friends. jim atsedes
Cynthia Rubens
January 29, 2020
Grief can be so hard, but our special memories help us cope. Remembering you and your loved one today and always.
January 28, 2020
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Edward Amici
January 26, 2020
Our deepest condolences to Joe's family. Joe was my barber for many years. Great guy. Will be missed by many. RIP Joe
Ed & Connie Amici
January 18, 2020
Joe was a 1957 classmate of mine, played baseball against Joe back in the 50's. Joe was one of the nicest guys I had the pleasure of knowing, and his wife Peggy (RIP) was a perfect match. Ithaca has lost two of the best, sorry for the family as I know this couple will be missed by all.
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