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Joseph Toscano Obituary
Joseph P. Toscano, age 87, of Erie, passed away on Sunday, December 15, 2013 at the Erie VA Medical Center. Joseph was born in Franklin, PA on March 17, 1926, son of the late Joseph D. and Josephine (Orlando) Toscano.
Joseph was a news photographer for WICU television station for over 41 years, retiring in 1991. He was a veteran of the U.S. Army, serving during WWII. He was a member of St. George Catholic Church, the Disabled American Veterans, and the Sons of Italy.
He was preceded in death by his wife, Carmella A. (Cassano) Toscano, two brothers; Carmen and Nazarene Toscano, and a sister, Mary Cassano.
Joseph is survived by his five sons, Joseph Toscano, of Erie, Vincent Toscano, of Washington State, Carmen Toscano, fiancé, Colleen Irish, of Erie, Anthony Toscano, wife Cindie, of Erie, and Perry Toscano, of Erie; and a daughter, Caroline Toscano, of Erie. He is further survived by 15 grandchildren, 10 great-grandchildren, and many nieces and nephews.
Friends may call at Brugger Funeral Homes & Crematory, 1595 West 38th Street at Greengarden Boulevard, on Thursday from 2-5 p.m. and 7 until the time of service at 8:30 p.m., with the Rev. Michael Kesicki officiating. Burial will be private.
Memorials may be made to the family in c/o the Funeral Home.
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Memories and Condolences
for Joseph Toscano
Bob Eyres
December 23, 2013
I am sorry to hear of Joe's passing. I was a fellow cameraman during the "good old days" of television news. WICU 1972-75.
May he rest in peace.
Ed & Barb Marchlewska
December 20, 2013
Vince, Carmen, Anthony, Joe, Perry & Caroline:
Sorry to hear about the loss of your father. Our deepest sympathy to you and your family.
Joe Modzelewski
December 19, 2013
My prayers and thoughts go out to the Toscano family,uncle Joe was a really great guy!!
Tom LUPO
December 19, 2013
My sincere condolences to the Toscano Family, Joe will always be in my thoughts and prayers. My sympathy to all his children.
December 19, 2013
Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you. Joseph was a great guy and so fun. He will be in your hearts forever. Gary, Debbie, Kari Carideo Mizikowski.
December 19, 2013
Carmen,
I'm so sorry to hear about your father's passing. Please know that I will remember him, you and your family in my prayers. My sympathy, Kathleen Gausman
KAREN KOVACIC
December 18, 2013
SO SORRY TO HEAR YOUR LOST OF YOUR FATHER
PHYLLIS KOVACIC
Kim Merritt
December 18, 2013
So sad to hear of Uncle Joe's passing. He was always entertaining. I will always have great memories of him.Celebrating a life well lived. We will cherish the memories forever. My sympathies go out especially for his children, Vincent, Carmen, Joey, Anthony, Perry, and Caroline.
December 18, 2013
sorry for your loss our prayers are with you and your family
Carl Neff Post No.571 American Legion
December 18, 2013
The Officers and Members of the American Legion Post No. 571 join in extending Heartfelt Sympathy to you and your family at this Time of Sorrow.
Patrick Przepierski
December 18, 2013
sorry to here about you loss it is hard to lose a loved one and i will try to get in touch next time i am in town.
Scott & Roseann Russo
December 18, 2013
Carmen and Family,
We are very sorry for your loss! May you find comfort in all the great memories you have.
Bill Smith
December 18, 2013
Carmen & Family-- My Condolences to You and Your Family during your time of grief. I will keep you in my thoughts this Season.
Bill Smith, McCreary Roofing
December 18, 2013
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