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Joseph Paluzzi Obituary

Joseph Paluzzi, 89, of Fort Myers, FL, passed away on April 5, 2023 of complications with Parkinson's disease.

Joe was born on December 25, 1933 in Canajoharie, NY. It's where he met his wife of 56 years, MaryAnn Paluzzi, and where they raised their family.

Joe was a skilled craftsman who worked in the family business, J.Paluzzi and Son Plumbing and Heating, in his brother's business Kitchen Studio, and at True Value in Johnstown. He also helped many friends and neighbors over the years.

Joe is survived by his wife MaryAnn, his son John Paluzzi, daughter-in-law Lois Paluzzi, his two grandchildren Nicholas and Isabella and his sister Eileen Show. He was preceded in death by his children Maria and Angela, his parents Joseph and Florence Paluzzi, and his siblings Elsie, John, Rose, Victor, Eleanor and Helen.

A Memorial Mass will be held at 11:00 a.m. on April 22, 2023, at Church of the Resurrection of our Lord in Fort Myers, FL.

A burial service will be held at a later date in Canajoharie, NY. In lieu of flowers, contributions can be made to The Michael J. Fox Foundation.

To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.

Published by The Daily Gazette Co. on Apr. 12, 2023.

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Roger Grimshaw

July 8, 2023

Joe and I were classmates in Canajoharie, NY graduating in 1953. My parents, Myron & Jane Grimshaw, always called Joey when they had any pumbing problems. Lost touch with Joe while serving in the USAF for 22 years. Did visit him in Fort Myers a number of years ago. My condolences to the family.

Debbie Terranova

June 16, 2023

MaryAnn and John,
We have many dear memories of Joe. He was such a kind man and always helpful to everyone. Joe is in our prayers and resting in peace with the Lord and his family he loved so dearly. As the days and weeks pass, and as you return to life's routine, may you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of family and friends.
Our deepest condolences,
Debbie and Joel Terranova

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Betty and Chris Sanders

April 13, 2023

Condolences to Maryann and the family

Susan Paluzzi

April 12, 2023

My heart goes out to the entire famIly.
Susan Paluzzi (Peter´s former wife)

Andrea Bouck

April 12, 2023

My deepest sympathy to MaryAnn and family

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