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Joseph Moretto Obituary
Joseph was a veteran of the United States Army and the Korean War. He was a Corporal and served as an Artillery Mechanic from 1951 to 1953, when he was honorably discharged.
Joseph was born in Cambridge, Mass., on Sept. 20, 1931. He was the son of John and Mary (Viscione) Moretto. Joseph graduated from Watertown, Mass. High School in 1949. After the military, he worked as a baker and would make that his life-long passion, winning several awards for his baking. He also became well known for his cheesecake and pastries.
Joseph had just celebrated his 65th wedding anniversary with his loving wife, Elaine, on April 20th, 2016.
A compassionate father and man, everyone that met him loved him. Joseph loved to bake and cook with his wife, Elaine. He was an avid fan of the Boston Red Sox. When he passed, he was wrapped in a Red Sox blanket while watching the Red Sox's game on TV.
Joseph was predeceased by his wife, Elaine, who passed away on May 1, 2016. His loving son, Jody Moretto who passed away on May 4, 1966. Joseph is survived by his son, Robert Moretto and wife, Cynthia, of Canterbury; son, John Moretto and wife, Maryellen of Henniker; and son, Christopher Moretto of Dixfield, Maine; as well as nine grandchildren, Miranda McCabe and husband, Matt, Tony, Dan, Kayleigh, Lauren, Natalie, Cassandra Cary and husband, Brandon, Kody and Eryka Jean; as well as five great-grandchildren, Kiara, Mackenzie, Jacob, Nikole, and Alex.
In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to the Epsom Healthcare Center, 901 Suncook Valley Highway, Epsom NH 03234.
Joseph's burial will take place on Wednesday, Sept. 28, at noon, inside the Chapel of the NH State Veterans Cemetery, 110 Daniel Webster Highway, Boscawen. A celebration of Joseph and Elaine's lives has been planned and details will be announced the burial service.
Phaneuf Funeral Home and Crematorium is assisting the family with arrangements.
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September 25, 2016
Condolences on the loss of your Dad. He was a great guy.....not to mention a great baker. Bob Scarponi
A J
September 24, 2016
My deepest condolences to your family during this most difficult time. There are no words that can ease the pain of losing someone so beloved. May you find comfort and peace in knowing that your loved one is in God's memory because those who pass on are "precious in his eyes." (Psalms 116:15)
Keirsten Taylor
September 23, 2016
Beautifully written words about Uncle Joe. Sorry I won't be able to attend his burial but am looking forward to going to the remembrance for he and Aunt Elaine. Condolences to the whole family. You're all in my thoughts and prayers.
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