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Joseph Gargani Obituary

JOSEPH GARGANI MELBOURNE Joseph Gargani, 93, died Tues day, December 27, 2005 at Wil liam Childs Hospice House in Palm Bay. Mr. Gargani worked for the U.S. Government for 33 years as a military supply ordi nance personnel. He was born in Philadelphia, PA. He was a World War II U.S. Army Veteran, serving in the African and European The aters and a life member of the V.F.W. He was a member of First Christian Church (Disciples of Christ). A Buckeye fan, and a tap dancer, he danced in production of Frankie and Ginas Italian Wedding. He also enjoyed billi ards, golf and had several songs he composed on the pi ano recorded and copyrighted. He leaves behind his wife, Alice Gargani; sons, Steven (Wendy) Gargani and Joseph Bryan (Peggy) Gargani; daugh ter, Christine (Andrew) Grabania; stepdaughters, Rebecca Beals and Christy Young; nine grandchildren and once great grandchild. A memorial service will be held Saturday, January 21, 2006 at 1 p.m. at First Christian Church, 2010 S. Babcock St., Melbourne. Donations may be made to William Childs Hospice House, 381 Medplex Pkwy., Palm Bay, FL 32907 or Brevard Alzheim ers Foundation, 4676 N. Wick- ham Rd., Melbourne, FL 32935. Arrangements entrusted to South Brevard Funeral Home, Melbourne. 724-2222

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Published by FloridaToday on Jan. 15, 2006.

Memories and Condolences
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15 Entries

Suzie (Moore) Turner

January 25, 2006

Dear Steve,

I am so sorry to hear about your Dad's passing. It has been just one year ago January 21, 2005 that my Dad, Sam Moore, died. We all still missing him so much. Please accept my most heartfelt sympathy for you and your whole family. I will be praying that God will bring you peace and comfort during this sad time.

Love, Suzie (Moore) Turner

Darrin Lovett

January 21, 2006

Joe would always come to the lanes and cheer our team to victory. His support for Steve and our team will not be forgotten. No matter how bad you were bowling, Joe could always bring a smile to your face with a song and dance. Steve we love you. Go Buckeyes!!!!

Joseph Gargani

January 19, 2006

My life has been rich and full thanks to you Dad. You taught me so much and I will always strive to be like you- my hero! I miss you and I will love you and Mom forever.good-bye for now - your son Joe

James Minus

January 19, 2006

Wishing the family God's eternal blessings during these times.

Dan and Sandy Moore

January 17, 2006

You're all in our thoughts and prayers. Please keep in touch.

Patricia Stephens

January 17, 2006

Even though I never had the chance to meet you, I feel as if I did know you. Steve talked about you all the time, and I know he and Wendy will truly miss you. May God Bless and keep you safe and secure in his warm embrace.

Evelyn Frauenhofer

January 16, 2006

Steve will surely miss you. My prayers are with the family.

Sandy McDonald

January 16, 2006

I will miss having lunch with Joe when Steve would bring him. Joe would love to show us how he could dance and sing. We will miss you. God Bless and Love, Sandy

Dad, on 09/05/2005, with one of his four cats that he loved, Charlie.

January 16, 2006

Dad, at 92, tap dancing in a talent show at the Sherwood Elementary shelter during Hurricane Frances in 2004.

January 15, 2006

Wendy Gargani

January 15, 2006

I am very honored to have had Joe for my Father-in-law. He will always hold a special place in my heart.

I love you Dad!

Dad at Harbour Lanes dancing in 2001.

January 15, 2006

Dad outside of the Golden Cue, his home away from home, in 2001.

January 15, 2006

Dad at the Palm Bay Senior Center enjoying pool with his friends in 2001.

January 15, 2006

Steve Gargani

January 15, 2006

Dad, I really miss you. I am sad, but at the same time I am happy because you are healthy now, and you are with your family. I look forward to the day that I will see you and Mom again.

I LOVE YOU DAD!

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