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Joseph Phillip Todaro Jr.

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TODARO - Joseph Phillip Jr. Passed away peacefully at 74 years old on October 2, 2008 at his home in Ormond Beach, FL with his family by his side. Born in Buffalo, NY on July 13, 1934, son of the late Joseph Phillip and Clara Ann (nee Skieresz) Todaro. Joseph raised his family there, worked for 30 years at Chevrolet Tonawanda Plant, and was a member of Local 774. Always wanting to retire to Florida, Joseph lived in Ormond Beach with his beloved wife Patricia of 49 years. Josephs life centered around his wife and children. Josephs favorite pastimes were gardening, fishing, hunting, barbecuing, coin and stamp collecting. He especially loved to hunt and fish with his son Joey as well as with his other children, and numerous nieces and nephews. Joseph is survived by wife Patricia (nee Backus); sons Joseph of Buffalo, NY and John of Ormond Beach, FL, daughter Alicia and son-in-law Joseph Monroe of Lake Mary, FL; grandchildren Joseph and Danielle; great-grandchildren Nickolas, Desiree-Renee and Madison; godson Daniel Romanelli; brother George (Sally); aunts Margaret Weinberger, Josephine Walker, Mary Alice Todaro (Marsha); uncles Phil Todaro Jr. and Richard Todaro; nine nieces, 13 nephews, five brothers-in-law and seven sisters-in-law. Joseph was preceded in death by his beloved daughter Renee. Joseph leaves behind many old friends in Buffalo and many friends in Florida. A private memorial will be held in Ormond Beach, FL. Dad we love you. You were a wonderful husband, father and a true friend to many. You were devoted to your family and you always put us first. You are deeply missed and will be forever in our hearts.

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Published by Buffalo News on Oct. 12, 2008.

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Matthew Petraetis

October 13, 2008

Dear Mrs. Todaro and Family,

I just want to give my deepest sympathies to you and your family at this sad time. John has always been a very special friend to me and I know how much he loved his father. I hope that at this time you are able to fall back and remember all the beautiful memories and times spent together.

Gina Tomaselli-Hernandez

October 13, 2008

Dear Pat, Jon Jon, Joey, Alicia and Family,
We are so very sorry for the loss of Joe. He will always be remembered by us. His garden was always enjoyable. Whenever we drive by the house on Ashland Avenue, we have fond memories of all of you. Our thoughts and prayers are with you. May God bless you.

Michele Evans

October 12, 2008

To Mrs. Todaro and family,

I'm very sorry to hear of your loss, please accept my condolences. I will always remember how Mr. Todaro tried to teach me how "fish" when I went down to Florida with Renee and your family.

Dennis Occhino

October 12, 2008

To Patty and family, I was very sorry to hear about the passing of my cousin Joe. I remember many good times in past years that we shared as cousins. I used to see him almost daily at work. Joe will be in my prayers.

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