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Joseph Tonelis Obituary

Jim Thorpe, PA - Mr. Joseph Tonelis was born December 8, 1935 in Freeland, PA and passed away Monday, September 19, 2016 in Columbia, SC. He enjoyed most of his life with his family in Jim Thorpe, PA. Joe was predeceased by his wife, Roseanne and daughter, Deborah. Joe is survived by his three sons, Joseph, Jim and Jeffrey. He was the son of the late Peter Tonelis and Catherine Corra Tonelis. He served our country in the US Army. He worked as a Health and Safety Director for Mack Trucks for many years. He was an avid outdoorsman and loved spending time with his family. He will be greatly missed. Services: Services will be held at St. Nicholas Catholic Church, 1152 Oak Rd., Walnutport, PA, Saturday, October 15, 2016 at 10 a.m. followed by a celebration of life in the church social hall.

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Published by Morning Call from Oct. 12 to Oct. 13, 2016.

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October 18, 2016

I thought of Joe last week. I was reminiscing about working at Plant 5C. RIP Joe.

October 12, 2016

Dear Jimmy, Joe, and Jeffrey:
We were sorry to get the news that our friend Joe had passed away!!! As we said on the phone Jimmy he needed to be with my long and very close friend Rosie!!!! Unfortunately, Rod and I will not be able to attend the service Saturday but we will be there in spirit!! We are so blessed (especially) me to have so many wonderful memories of Rosie & Joe!!! Love & sympathy to all 3 of you and your families!!! DD & Rod LaBarre

October 10, 2016

Joe, Jim and Jeff, So sorry to hear about the loss of your dad. I pray that you and your families are well. May you feel the Presence of the Lord as you celebrate Dad's life this Saturday. Love Sharon Backenstoes Shipwash

Carol Dawn Young

September 27, 2016

Tony I am so sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.

Ruby

September 27, 2016

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

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St. Nicholas Catholic Church

1152 Oak Rd, Nicholas Catholic Church, 1152 Oak Rd., Walnutport, PA

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