El Paso, Texas
Joseph A. Calamia, age 87, passed away unexpectedly on Friday, February 20, 2009 after an extensive illness. He was born June 5, 1921 to the union of Joseph Calamia Sr. and Laura Miller in El Paso , Texas . He is survived by his devoted wife, Hortenica Calamia, three children; "J.R." Calamia, Dr....
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What a great and good man was Joe. It was a pleasure to have known him and practiced law with him- earnest and honest and true.My prayers are with you all.
Jack Luscombe
February 27, 2009 | Plattsburgh, NY
Joseph A. Calamia, was a gentleman and a scholar, in a class all alone. Joe helped my beloved parents save thier home at a time when someone was trying to take advantage of them. These people had no idea that ordinary people knew the best lawyer in town. Joe loved people the ordinary everyday people.My parents and I loved him and will be gratefull forever. His joy unique personal syle was a reflection of how much he appreciated life.May his spirit be at peace and in the hands of his creator.
February 27, 2009
Our family and community has indeed lost a great legal leader. His zest for life and interesting stories will be missed. Adios Tio
Yolanda Medina-Perez
February 26, 2009 | El Paso, TX
Dearest Mrs.Calamia and famila
WE HOLD YOU CLOSE WITHIN OUR HEARTS,
And there you shall remain
To walk with us through out our lives
Until we meet again
So rest in peace.
Dear loved one
And thanks for all you've done
We pray that
God has given you
The crown you've truly won
"Y tengo esperanza en cuanto a dios,
esperanza que estos mismos tambien abrigan ,de que va a haber resurreccion
asi de...
Esperanza G-Ayub
February 26, 2009 | El Paso, TX
Dearest Mrs. Calamia, Virginia and Calamia Family, My sincerest condolences.
Cindy Aguilar-Davis, Loretto class of 1978
February 26, 2009 | El Paso, TX
Joe should be remembered for his public service. At a time when there was no public defender's office, the District Judges, both state and federal, continually appointed him to represent individuals charged with the most serious crimes (e.g., death penalty, life sentences). They knew that those defendants were getting the best representation. Joe never turned down their requests. I was honored to work with him on several cases, and I know that his work was of the highest caliber. My...
Gus Rallis
February 26, 2009 | Edmond, OK
On behalf of Home Instead Senior Care we would like to extend our deepest condolences to the entire Calamia Family. It breaks our hearts to learn of the passing of our dear friend. He was and always will be an extraordinary man. We hope that you find comfort in your memories and the legacy that he leaves behind. Our thoughts and prayers are with you in this most difficult time.
Respectfully,
Valerie Cardenas- Home Instead Senior Care
February 26, 2009 | El Paso, TX
Mr. Calamia,
Sir, I would just like to say thank you for your service and sacrfice for our Country when you served in the USN during WW II and for being a member of the Greatest Generation. And to your family and loved ones, I wish to extend my deepest sympathy.
Fair Winds And Following Seas
Mike Casey
February 25, 2009 | El Paso, TX
He will be Missed. My heart goes out to you all, he used to say to me as a small kid, All the time
Greeting & Salutation, I will miss him and am so sorry for your loss.
Karen O'Leary
February 25, 2009 | Keller, TX
