Joseph John Nazzaro

I miss my Sunday golf with Joe He was always giving me advise

Joe will surly be missed. I took skating lessons from Joe at the Redwood Roller Rink along with Betty Jennings. Joe really knew the technical aspects of artistic dance. Joe was really the MAN of roller skating. I will miss him as will many of his other skating students of the late 50's and early 60's my prayers to his family. Joe, you were the GREATEST..

I never skated for Joe but my husband Les and I had the pleasure of working for Joe and Bettie (his right hand lady) for 12 years preparing the Gold Skate program and got to see the business man side and the man who loved his golf and we had many laughs on the course. What an honor to have been his friend and when I was discouraged in my skating ability, a pep-talk from Joe was what I needed and got!! Goodbye until we meet once again.

An industry titan has been laid to rest. His influence and stature were unequaled. From my father's tales of his Southgate Seattle adventures to his occasional paternalistic advice on my own business decades later, Joe will always command a corner of my heart for the respected. Oftentimes I am astounded for Joe's groundwork others following have capitalized and built upon. Truly an inspiration and role model for us all.

Joe Nazzaro is without question one of the true giants in the sport and business of American roller skating. His guidance and contributions were an example to us all as to what it means to give back support and service to a beloved sport and life's work.
George Pickard

You were a great friend of my Uncle Danny McNeice.. He had many stories of both of you. I use. to see your Gold Skate. and you made me feel like family. Sure you and Danny will have a lot to talk about..my. EST to your family

I am so lucky to have known this man. He will never be forgotten!