Joseph and Thomas Occhiogrosso

My condolences to the family and loved ones of TJ and Joey.

Joey was the best. We got into so much trouble together in Middle School and spent many hours in mega detention in Ms. Diton office for it. Last time I seen Joey was 6yrs ago in the middle of the night dropping off a video at blockbuster. He saw me across the parking lot and walked over to say hi. That was the kind of guy he was. I'll miss you Joey.

I worked with TJ while stationed at NAVBASE San Diego. He was a Top Notch Patrolman and took his job very seriously. I spent many nights riding with TJ on patrol and he was serious when he needed to be and a funny guy when driving around. He really loved playing softball and we had great times then too. Erin I am So Sorry for you and that Beautiful little girl. TJ loved the 2 of you more than you could EVER imagine. God be with you both and all our prayers are with you and the entire family....

IN LIFE YOU NEVER GET A SECOND CHANCE TO MAKE A FIRST IMPRESSION.JOE&T.J. WERE LIKED BY EVERYONE.JOE WAS MY SON,S BEST FRIEND FOR THE LAST TEN YEARS AND T.J WAS A VERY CLOSE SECOND.JOE WAS LIKE A SECOND SON TO ME.I THANK GOD THAT I TOLD HIM THAT WHILE HE WAS STILL WITH US.JOE WAS MY GOLFING PARTNER WHEN HE WORKED IN PIZZA KING AND WAS OFF ON MONDAYS. I WILL NEVER FORGET THE LAUGHS WE HAD.TWO YEARS AGO HE JOINED MY SON AT CONNELLY AND SONS PLUMBING.THEY GOT TO KNOW JOE AND LIKED HIM AS MUCH AS...

Joey & TJ "my loves, my brothers" our lives will never be the same without you. Everyday you will be missed and cherished in our hearts. We are all so lucky to have had you in our lives and I will make sure Isabella and Madeleine will always know how much they are loved by there Uncles!!! XOXO, Christine

There was never a time I shared together with Joe O. that did not include a genuine smile and a warm hearted conversation. One of the nicest guys I have ever called a friend. Islanders hockey was mostly our topics but friendship was one of a kind. TJ truly became a family man and gentle soul with a loving family of his own. They were taken from us but their friendship will always be remembered with those genuine smiles.

TJ AND I GOT TO KNOW EACH OTHER QUITE
WELL, WHEN MY DAUGHTER ERIN WAS VISITING N.Y. TJ WAS STATIONED IN SAN DIEGO, I DROVE UP TO VISIT HIM AFTER HIS FATHER PASSED AWAY, WE BAR B QUED
TALKED AND SPENT TWO WONDERFUL DAYS TOGETHER HE WAS A WONDERFUL MAN, I WILL MISS HIM PS HE LOVED TO PLAY FAMILY FEUD AND HE WAS GREAT AT IT.

Thomas was my son in law and when I met him I was so relieved that Erin found someone like him. He was so family oriented and very respectful to everyone around him. He taught my children about respect, Especially my sons Eddie and johnny and was always there for Christina as well. He was so great to my family. Each time we were together Thomas was kind and caring he treated us like we were his family welcoming all. A special remembrance was when my daughter gave Birth to his daughter...

I was stationed w/ MA3 Occhiogrosso (T.J.) in San Diego, Ca. from 2006-2007. Many of nights we stood in the cold, on watch and shared life stories, experiences, and laughter.

He was an awesome sailor and a wonderful friend. I will always remember his laugh, his parliaments and his love for his daughter.

My condolences to all of his family and loved ones. May God keep you all strong in faith and trust that T.J. is in a better place...In the name of Jesus