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William and Anique
November 26, 2023
Dear Lauren and Justin,
We're so sorry to hear of Joe's passing. I am Ed's nephew. Although I only met Joe a few times when I was young and haven't seen him in many years, I recognized his face instantly and remembered his warm, positive energy and smile. His presence has left a strong impression even after many years.
Our deepest condolences to your family. We are keeping you in our prayers.
Joe Taranto
November 19, 2023
So sorry for your loss. I worked different sports with Joe, was just a great guy. Will be truly missed by everyone that knew Joe!!
Tom McKone
November 16, 2023
Fellow Holy Cross Crusader will be missed by all our classmates
Tom Boyle
November 14, 2023
I was a friend of Joe from our freshman year at The Cross. We enjoyed many bridge games with Jack Facey, Tom Gifford, Joe O´Brien and many others.
Joe will be missed by us all.
Jack McElligott
November 14, 2023
Dear Lauren and Justin,
I am a classmate of Joe's from HolyCross. I was privileged to get to know Joe beginning freshman year on Carlin 2 and that friendship continued until his passing last week. I loved the long distance catching up we did when we were able to connect. Also thankful I got to visit in person last year.
I am so sorry to hear about his passing. My thoughts and prayers also go out to both of you at this time.
Peace,
Jack McElligott '72
Ron Rashford
November 14, 2023
Joe and I reconnected at our recent Holy Cross reunions. He was a free spirit, fellow sports official and golfing partner. Joe just being Joe helps me to remember the good times we spent together. RIP
Kevin ODonnell
November 14, 2023
Joe was a great umpire who truly loved the game and his son. He always had time for you and loved talking baseball. He will be missed
Don OLeary
November 13, 2023
I knew Joe through EMASS senior softball, loved talking baseball and as a player you knew you were playing in front of one of the best umpires. Joe will be missed, but not forgotten
Tricia Dagostino
November 13, 2023
I met Joe through softball and baseball.He was one umpire I could always count on. I always enjoyed our conversations and he always talked about his son and his baseball. I will miss you calling the game Joe! Thank you for always willing to support Waltham Girls Softball and show up when we needed you.
Adam Skwersky
November 13, 2023
I had just met Joe this year while playing in my first year of EMASS softball. He was a great umpire and presence on the field. He will be greatly missed.
lawrence mc neill
November 13, 2023
Played golf with Joe often. His drives went a long way. Grate umpire for EMASS. Rest in peace.
Larry Mc Neill
Joe O´Brien
November 11, 2023
Joe was a great guy. I knew him well at Holy Cross. We were bridge partners and even got a few tenths of a master point. I always looked forward to seeing him at our reunions. He will be missed by all.
Paul & Deborah Cassidy
November 11, 2023
The holidays won´t be the same without you. You always greeted us with a smile and some funny quip. I´ll miss terribly our chats and your holiday spirit.
Jack Facey
November 11, 2023
I knew Joe since freshman year at Holy Cross, and we stayed friends ever since. While our connections got more distant in later years, I looked forward to seeing him every five years at the reunions. Played a lot of bridge with Joe at holy Cross, he´s probably organizing a duplicate tournament right now!
Tom Greehan
November 11, 2023
What a shock! Condolences to the family. I will always remember Joe for the smile on his face when I would see him at Xavier reunions, HC reunions or bridge tournaments.
Eddie Merullo
November 11, 2023
Shocking news. Lots of family memories with cousin "Joey". Always smiling. A great guy. Rest In Peace and hugs to all the folks.
James Hayes SJ
November 11, 2023
I grieve the sudden passing of my HC classmate, Joe Silvestro. May he rest in peace. I will offer mass for him. May God console his loved ones. Jim Hayes SJ
Joseph Cappannelli
November 11, 2023
Very sad to hear about Joe's passing. He was a good friend and fellow bridge player that we will all miss.
Maureen Bitler
November 11, 2023
I´m very sad to learn of Joe´s passing. He was a very good bridge player and not a boring partner, for sure. However, I think he liked my chocolate chip cookies better than my bridge game.
Chris Nolan
November 11, 2023
Shocked news to hear that this wonderful friend has passed. My heartfelt condoleance and sympathy to his family.
M. Muse
November 11, 2023
RIP. Made Waltham Babe Ruth baseball fun. We all loved him. He made games more fun. Prayers
Barbara blauer
November 11, 2023
Joe was a fabulous bridge player and I am so happy to have met him while playing bridge in Woburn mass at the bridge club
Smart... funny ... we will miss him!
Rick DeAngelis
November 10, 2023
A good and caring man who loved his Son and baseball
Joe, you will be missed
Rick DeAngelis
Gene Nowell
November 10, 2023
Met Joe as youngsters at Holy Cross....reconnected on baseball fields as adults....a good soul..a happy soul....valued family the most....one of the good ones..will miss you,pal....
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