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Joseph Agrusa Obituary
Joseph was born March 31, 1982; passed away on December 10, 2006 in San Pedro. Joey is survived by his loving and devoted parents, Rosario Agrusa and Grace Lynn Valgellini; his brothers and best friends, Anthony (Yvette), Dominic; and sister, Maria Agrusa. Also surviving are his grandparents, Maria Agrusa and Rosalie Valgellini; his aunt, Antonia (Pino) Augello of San Pedro,; uncle, Francisco (Concetta) Agrusa of Italy; aunts, Mary Lou Valgellini, Nina (Ernie) Berkley; many cousins and devoted friends. Joey was employed by Union Pacific Railroad as Engineer for the past two years and was a dedicated employee. Joey loved to hunt and take long rides in his truck. Joey was very devoted to his family and enjoyed spending time with his parents, siblings and friends. Joey will be deeply missed by all whose lives he touched. He will be remembered most for his wonderful smile and kindness. Please sign the guest book at www.dailybreeze.com/obits.A Vigil Service will be offered on Friday, December 15, 2006 at 7:00 PM at Holy Trinity Catholic Church in San Pedro. A Funeral Mass will be offered on Saturday at 10:00 AM, also at Holy Trinity Church. Entombment will follow at Green Hills Memorial Park. Visitation will be held on Friday, December 15, 2006 from 3:00 - 5:00 PM at:
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Memories and Condolences
for Joseph Agrusa
Melissa
December 28, 2006
I am so deeply sorry to hear of your lost. I cannot begin to imagine what you are going through, but I pray that God be with you as mentioned at Isaiah 51:12. Your in my thoughts and prayers.
Mark Phillips
December 20, 2006
Grace
I am very sorry for the loss of your son.
My sympathy goes to you and your family.
Alex Mann
December 18, 2006
Dear Agrusa Family,
Although I didn't know Joseph, he was remembered to me by Diane Viducic, I share your loss and offer my sincere condolences. I have experienced the loss of several loved ones, and friends long before their time. So I wish you all that our lord grace you with peace, comfort and strength. Sincerely, Alex L. Mann
Diana Cifuentes
December 18, 2006
To the Agrusa family,
I am deeply sorry for your loss. Joey was a great friend and classmate. My thoughts and prayers are with you and all of your families. God Bless you.
Joel Diaz
December 18, 2006
To: The Agrusa Family
My condolences to all the family members in these tragic moments. I met Joe trhough Jerry at the pizza place. I Know in my heart that I met a great friend and an oustanding man! Rest in peace my friend.
Joyce (Galletti)Onorato
December 17, 2006
Dear Rosario, Grace and family,
Words can not express how deeply sorry I am for your loss. My heart goes out to you.
Mike Schrader
December 17, 2006
Dear Agrusa family, Please accept my deepest sympathies. Joey was a great guy. Very smart and knew very well how to run a locomotive. You will be missed very much Joey! I'm again so sorry! Take care buddy.
Nick Torres
December 17, 2006
thank you! for been a good friend, you will be in my memories and in my heart forever. God bless your soul and we'll meet again.
Loredana Di Girolamo
December 17, 2006
I am deeply sorry for your loss. You are all in my prayers.
Leslie Schwabe
December 17, 2006
My heart breaks for your family in this time of great sorrow. The loss of a child is by far the greatest loss I could ever imagine. Keep your family & friends close to help you through your hardest days. I did not know Joey, but my daughter has known him for years. I see the pain she has for his loss, so I can't even imagine how deep yours is, But I see all notes to you that show how much he was Loved by all.
Erika Scotti
December 16, 2006
our prayers are with you( family and friends) during this hard time. no words can show or convey the sadness that resounds, but know that there is a joy in joey's memory that will last forever.
Joey Bommarito
December 16, 2006
Dear Agrusa and Valgellini family,
My Dear family. I love you all so very much, words cannot express. Gracelyn (mom), Maria, Anthony and Dominic...you have all become a very special part of me that only god knows. I am so sorry of your loss. You have all been so strong through out all of this and I am so proud of you all. Joey would have been very happy to know the true strength behind each one of you. I wish I had known him as well as I feel I know each of you. I am sure he was just as precious as you all. May time heal your sadness and may god bring you joy. I love you all. I'm here for you all and that you know. See you guys soon!!! Love you
Sonia Russo
December 16, 2006
Joey,
you will be deeply missed...I love you Gracelyn, Maria, Dominic, Anthony, Yvette, Rosario and the rest of the family...I am always here for you all.
I love you
Gino Rodeghier
December 16, 2006
Grace,
I never got the chance to meet Joey, but knowing you, I know he was and still is a wonderful person.
Love never ends. Love never fails.
Art Lim
December 16, 2006
Grace & Family,
You have our deepest sympathy and prayers during your time of grief. If there is anything we can do, please let us know.
Monica Russo
December 16, 2006
Oh joey! I still remember being in the fourth grade and seeing you for the first time with your sis, and my best friend, maria. your georgeous face was breathless, and led me to do the stupid things i did unintentionally everytime i saw you! (you know, marie!) i just can't think of going to rosario's house only to not find you there. Never having to come home with maria right at the cerfew you set. lol. that showed how much of a caring brother you are and within the years ive known you, growing up with maria in our teen years, i saw you as my big brother as well. well im gonna cut this short, but all i have to say is you were more than an "acquaintance" (lol, maria!) you were a big brother.
I love you joe!
p.s...The eyebrows are coming back!
Marina
December 16, 2006
I am so sorry for your loss . you guys are all in my prayers.
Rikki Gormley
December 16, 2006
Words could never explain how sad and sorry I am for your loss. You and your family have my deepest sympathy.
Therese Morris
December 15, 2006
At this time there comes thanks for having known him, having loved him, and one day you will smile with warm thoughts and when you do he is smiling down on you too.
You are all in my thoughts and prayers.
Barbara Joniak
December 15, 2006
Dear Grace,
I am so sorry for your loss. My prayers and thoughts are with you and your family.
Jametta Barry
December 15, 2006
Dear Grace and Family,
Words could never explain how sorry I am for your loss. Please know that you are covered in love and lifted up in prayer constantly.
Jennifer Naters
December 15, 2006
I had the pleasure of growing up with Joey. I have known him since elementary school. He was always such a sweet, caring person and will never be forgotten. The family is in my thoughts and prayers.
Marty Jaentsch
December 15, 2006
Dear Agrusa Family
I have had the pleasure of knowing Joey since I met Anthony in high school. He was a great guy to be around and could brighten up anyone who was having a bad day. Few people have that quality and he was one of them. My thoughts and prayers are with your family during this tragic loss. God Bless you all!!!
Frank,Rose,and Michael DiMeglio
December 15, 2006
Grace and Family,
Our thoughts and prayers are with you all.
Ernie DeJacomo
December 15, 2006
Grace and Family - My deepest sympathy and condolences for your loss of Joey. May the Lord's spirit strengthen you in these trying moments. My prayers and thoughts are with your entire family.
December 15, 2006
Dear Grace and family I'm very sorry for Joey , my prayers are with you .
Lucy Harutunian
Norma Grumbles
December 15, 2006
Dear Mary,
My Deepest Sympathy to you & your Family.
May the Peace that Surpasses all understanding guard your Hearts & Minds.
Kelly Grgas-Main
December 15, 2006
Dear Agrusa Family and Friends, I am so deeply saddened for your family and your loss, May GOD help you through what must be a horribly difficult time, I did not know your son however, I have two brothers myself and I can't imagine losing either of them .Stay strong and keep your faith strong and I know that God will help you through this call on him and he will answer. I pray for you all . God Bless You in this difficult time.
Toni Searles
December 15, 2006
To the Agrusa & Valgillini .. Please accept my sympthaies to you and your family for the lost of Joseph. Strong families will bond with this lost and remember forever their love of him. He is at peace with the Our Lord. Peace be with you.
Shelley Ebersole
December 15, 2006
My deepest sympathies to your family. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
Tiffany Huffman
December 15, 2006
My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during your time of loss. God Bless
JoAnn Maheu
December 15, 2006
Dear Grace and family,
Please accept my deepest sympathies at this difficult time. My heart goes out to you now and in the days ahead. You are in my thoughts and prayers.
Beth Penalosa
December 15, 2006
My deepest sympathy to Agrusa and Valgellini family.
With Prayers,
Toni Thebodeau (Benussi)
December 15, 2006
My thoughts and prayers go out to the Agrusa and Valgellini families at this difficult time. May god bless all of you.
Kathryn Ingham
December 15, 2006
Dear Agrusa and Valgelli Family...Please accept my deepest condolences on the passing of your son. Words cannot express the sorrow. I want you to know that my thoughts and prayers are with you all.
Jacob & Leslie Prieto
December 15, 2006
Agrusa Family,
Our prayers are with you at this difficult time. We are so sorry for your loss.
CARLOS PEREZ
December 15, 2006
GOD BLESS ALL WHO HAVE KNOWN YOU AND MAY HE BLESS YOUR FAMILY I HAVE KNOWN YOU FOREVER AND I WILL NEVER FORGET YOU MY FRIEND.EVERYBODY WHO HAS KNOWN YOU WILL GREATLY MISS YOU
Lore Barhanovic (Viducic)
December 15, 2006
Dear Grace,
I couldn't possibly find the words to express my sadness for you in the loss of your son. Although our paths have seldomly crossed since high school, I still have fond memories of the sweet girl that I remember you being so long ago, and I am so deeply saddened by the pain you must be in now.
God Bless you and God Bless your Joey.
My deepest sympathies to the Valgellini, Agrusa and Augello Families.
Summer Manqueros
December 15, 2006
My heart goes out to the Agrusa family.I am deeply sadden to hear of your loss.Joey will always be remembered.
Remy Caseres
December 15, 2006
Joey, like many in San Pedro, I got to enjoy the pleasure of growing up with you from elementary through high school. You were always so sweet and you will be missed very much. My thoughts and prayers are with your family.
Sammy RailRoad Davis
December 15, 2006
Please accept my deepest sympathies.
Rhonda Hawkins
December 15, 2006
To Grace and family, I give you my deepest sympathy. I'm very sorry about your loss my prayers are with you now and always! God Bless.
J Harris
December 15, 2006
Grace and Family,
My thoughts are with you and your family. May God Bless you all.
Alfonso Franklin
December 15, 2006
Grace,
My deepest prayers and sympathy go out to you and your family in this time of need. May Joseph be blessed God.
My deepest condolences,
Alfonso P. Franklin
Jon Dang
December 15, 2006
To a wonderful mother Grace, and a loving Family,
I give you my deepest sympathy and my sincere condolences. I wish there were words to ease your pain, but I know there will never be enough. I hope that the love that your family has will keep each other strong so that each one shall remember what a wonderful son, brother, grandson, nephew, and friend that Joey was, and still remain in each of our hearts. May God help you through these trouble times, and may your family never lose that love that you have for one another. My prayers are with you guys, as well as my thoughts.
Skip
December 14, 2006
Grace, Dominic, Maria, Anthony and Yvette..
If for even a moment, I would take away all of your pain. Words simply cannot describe what all of you are feeling. Please accept my sincere condolences. You will remain in my thoughts and prayers. Joey, rest in peace and make certain to take care of your Mom, Dominic, Maria, Anthony, Yvette and all the others who love you so much.
Kevin Kasten
December 14, 2006
Grace, at a time like this we are at a loss for words to express our condolence. I just want you to know that I love you and your kids very much. May you find some comfort in knowing that Joey touched the lives of so many and gave them the gift of many happy memories. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
John Stagnaro
December 14, 2006
Joey was a very special person, and I am honored to have been his friend and will keep the wonderful memories of him with me always. God bless you and be with you Joey and your family. I will miss you.
Heather White
December 14, 2006
Dominic and Family,
I'm so sorry about your loss. Joey's kindness and generosity will be missed. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
Kristina Bacelic
December 14, 2006
brother joe i will miss you so much...i love you
Joe & Esther Di Leva
December 14, 2006
Grace & Family
May God help you and your family deal with the loss of Joey he was a wonderful young man. We will keep all of you in our prayers. God Bless.
Janise Wallwork
December 14, 2006
Grace and Family,
My thoughts and prayers are with you all. I am truly sorry for your loss. May the Lord comfort you and give you strength and courage to get through this very difficult time.
With deepest sympathy.
Luigi De Lucia
December 14, 2006
Grace,
My heart and prayers are with you and your family during this dificult time. I never met Joseph, but if he was anything like his mom, then he was a great person.
Lee & Mirta Katnich
December 14, 2006
Rosario, My family and I wish to offer our heart-felt condolences to you and your family. Please know that your Angel is with The Lord.
Josephine & Victor Lo Grande, Prieto
December 14, 2006
Grace & Dominic & Family,
I'm so very sorry for your lost. All of you are in our prayers.
Junaye Ashford
December 14, 2006
Mary my prayers and thoughts are with you and your family.
MARIA GAMBINO-GUDINO
December 14, 2006
My deepest sympathy goes out to the family. All my thoughts and prayers are with you. God Bless you all.
Erik Christensen
December 14, 2006
Joey was a great young man. He always had nothing but wonderful things to say when I talked to him. My heart goes out to the family.
Wayne Crowder
December 14, 2006
Please accept my sincere condolences on your loss. You are all in my prayers.
Tom & Patty Meyers
December 14, 2006
Grace, We are so very sorry to hear about the loss of your son. You and your family will be in our hearts and our prayers.
Cosimo Briguglio
December 14, 2006
Joey gave you the shirt off his back. He was awesome, kind, sweet, funny, intelligent, a great outdoorsman, a fishing extraordinaire, and the best friend you could ever have. My heart will be eternally cracked for I will never be able to have that most beautiful person in my life again. The desert trips will never be the same, but I promise, Joey, that we'll go to "Hole In The Wall" for you. I will miss you for the rest of my life. Have peace, my friend. God bless you and all the family.
Love, your cousin and friend,
Linda Spanjol
December 14, 2006
Grace,Anthony, Domenic and Maria
Our deepest sympathy to you in this hard time. I will always remember and cherish Joey's friendship with my boys. He is now with Grandpa and his uncle.
Michael Radovcic
December 14, 2006
Joey,
You were always a great man and always kind to me. Caring, compassionate, and humorous are just a few words that come to mind when I think of you. The joy you brought to your friends and family, especially Mimmo and Cosimo, who I know will always love and miss you so much, will never be forgot...For now rest, but be assured we will never grow restless of the memories you brought us. Always, your "damn smart buddy," Mikey.
Jim Hickerson
December 14, 2006
Grace I am so sorry to hear about your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family daily. God bless and be with you.
Jelena Maslovaric
December 14, 2006
Joey, you were an amazing individual, so sweet and always so courteous to others. Everyone will miss you tremendously. My thoughts and prayers are with all of you.
My deepest sympathy,
Michelle Soto
December 14, 2006
Grace and Family,
Please accept my deepest sympathies. Know that you are in my thoughts and prayers during this sorrowful time.
Jackie Sunara
December 14, 2006
Grace Lynn, Dominic and Maria,
I'm so sorry to hear of your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you now and always,
Jackie Sunara
Kristina Pounds
December 14, 2006
Only the best of memories with Joey... I'll remember his kind smile and how he brought smiles to so many around him. My heart and tears goes out to his family and those closest to him.
My deepest sympathies,
Kristina Pounds
Corie Pugliese
December 14, 2006
Dominic, Maria and family-
You are all in my thoughts and prayers. I am so sorry for your loss. He will be missed.
Mick McCowen
December 14, 2006
Grace - I am so sorry to hear of this dreadful loss for you and your family. I can't begin to imagine how you must all feel. My thoughts are with you.
Bill Sisco
December 14, 2006
Grace,Your son is now and has always been a child of the Father who loves you both. He has welcomed Joey into enternal life where he awaits you and the joy of reunion.During this difficult time you are in my constant prayers. My deepest sympathies are extended to you and your family.
LUIS C Lopez
December 14, 2006
Grace my heart goes out to you and your family. You are all in thoughts and prayers. With deepest sympathy.
Sandy Marcelino
December 14, 2006
Grace and family. You are all in my thoughts and prayers.
With deepest sympathy
DONNA PALAZZOLO
December 14, 2006
MY HEART GOES OUT TO YOUR FAMILY AND HIS SIBLINGS, NO PARENT SHOULD EVER EXPERIENCE THE PAIN OF LOSING A CHILD. WITH DEEPEST SYMPATHY.
Josette Ciolino
December 14, 2006
Valgellini and Agrusa families, My deepest sympathy goes to all of you at this time. If there is anything I can do to help, please don't hesitate to call me.
(310)809-3917
Jenny Stramotas
December 14, 2006
Joey, you were my first love. You had the most beautiful smile and kindest heart. The memories are countless and will never be forgotten. I wish I had told you how much you mean to me. May you rest in peace in the lord's hands. I love you Joe.
To the Agrusa, Valgellini and Augello families..My thoughts and prayers are with you all. Words can't express how sorry I am for your loss. God bless you.
Mimmo Augello
December 14, 2006
Dear Joey,
24 years of memories isn't enough- our entire childhood, Italy, "The Garage," sushi outings, and especially our desert/hunting trips. I cherish each and every minute I had with you. You were the most beautiful person with the biggest heart. You were a brother to me. You were everything to me. You were my right arm. I know that your grandpa and uncle are taking good care of you in heaven. But I will miss you more than I can ever explain. I love you so much, my baby brother.
Michele Breland
December 14, 2006
Dear Agrusa and Valgellini Families,
My family's deepest sympathy and deepest prayers are with you at this sorrowful time.
God Bless You.
Desi Ortiz
December 14, 2006
To my beautiful Grace and family,
Our deepest sympathy and condolence. May the Lord's spirit strengthen you in these trying moments. Our prayers are with you.
Love - Desi and Ervin Ortiz
PALAZZOLO FAMILY
December 14, 2006
Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
Teresa Deseo
December 14, 2006
My deepest sympathy and condolence to Grace and the family. May God bless all of you and keep your strength through this ordeal.
RIP Joey, you will always be loved
December 14, 2006
April S. Davis
December 14, 2006
Grace I love you so much and I love your children. I am so very sorry for the lose of " your son Joey" It is something a mother should not have to endure. May God give you peace at this time of sorrow. My prayers are with you and the kids.
Love
April
Tracy Shorter
December 14, 2006
Dear Agrusa and Valgellini Family,
I am so sorry about the death of Joseph. I wish I could find words that would relieve your pain, but I cannot imagine what they are. Losing a loved one is the saddest life experiences possible, and words of true comfort are difficult to find.
Please know that my prayers go out to the family and that you have my sincere condolences.
In sympathy,
Andi Hawley
December 14, 2006
Joey, I will miss you so much. The best memories of my life were spent with you. I know you are at peace now and that makes me happy. I will never forget you and the moments we shared.
My deepest sympathies go out to your family during this time. God Bless them and watch over them always.
James Williams
December 14, 2006
Grace
My prayers go out to you and your family.
Diane Augello
December 14, 2006
Dear Joey,
I never got to thank you for bringing your cousin and me together, and for all the wonderful things you have done for us. I will always be grateful to you. You were the sweetest, most handsome, most caring person. I will miss you tremendously. I will never forget your gorgeous smile, the twinkle in your eyes, and your infectious laugh. As I reflect on all the moments I had with you, I know now you are an angel who will always look over us. I love you, dear cousin. May you be at peace.
Corrina Camou
December 14, 2006
Grace, my heart goes out to you and your children and the rest of the family. Just remember Joey, is now with our Lord his grandpa and Uncle Tony who are probably telling him a thing or two. Just hang in there.
Armen-Marie Swanson
December 14, 2006
Dear Agrusa and Valgelli Family...My deepest condolences goes out to all of you with prayers of comfort as you go through this difficult time.
With deepest sympathy....
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