Joseph W. Quarantello Sr.

Joseph William Quarantello Sr. passed away peacefully at home on Thursday, Sept. 14 at age 82 surrounded by his loving family. Joe was born Sept. 10, 1935 in Revere, the son of William and Mary (Beatrice) Quarantello, and lived his entire life there. He was a graduate of Revere High School, Class of 1954. Joe's whole career was spent in insurance sales, not fully retiring until his health declined recently. For 28 years, he had a very successful career at John Hancock Mutual Life lnsurance Company as an agent, assistant manager and manager of offices in Somerville, Lynn, Gloucester and Chelsea. While at John Hancock, he attained Honor Club and President's Club status on many occasions for his outstanding sales of life insurance policies. Joe also held the position of Regional Casualty Supervisor at their property and casualty subsidiary, Hanseco lnsurance Company. Upon retiring from John Hancock, he became the owner of Quarantello lnsurance Agency in Revere where he had the great pleasure of working side by side with his daughter, Lisa Quarantello Steele. For 10 years, Joe was a member of the National Guard. In addition, he was formerly on the Board of Directors for the Revere Housing Authority and was a member of the Kiwanis and Soccorso Clubs of Revere. He was a past president of the Revere Parents' Club for the track team. Anyone who knew Joe will remember his zest for life and vibrant personality. He loved people but none more than his own family, for they were his shining glory and always came first in his life. He leaves behind his beloved wife, Lois Quarantello, with whom he shared 60 years of marriage, traveled extensively and enjoyed precious time with friends. In addition to his wife, he was the adored father of Joseph Quarantello Jr. (Andrea) of Revere, Lisa Quarantello Steele (Jeff) of Danvers, and Karen Quarantello of Danvers. He also leaves behind four grandchildren, Nicholas Steele of Norfolk, Va., Diana Cafarella (Thomas) of Melrose, Jay Quarantello of Dorchester, and Justine Quarantello (Rhys Payton) of Revere, along with three great-grandchildren, Kate, Brett and Dane Cafarella. His children, grandchildren and great-grandchildren were the joy of his life. He was blessed to have the opportunity to share in all of their accomplishments and sporting events. Joe was the brother of Domenic and William Quarantello (both deceased). Beyond his immediate family, he also leaves behind a large extended family of relatives, namely, the Beatrice, Quarantello, Savignano, and Mugfords, whom he cherished one and all. Joe also enjoyed his morning coffee with his buddies at McDonald's to discuss politics, life events, share laughs and solve world problems. Service information: Relatives and friends are respectfully invited to gather on Tuesday, Sept. 19 at 10 a.m. at PAUL BUONFIGLIO & SONS-BRUNO Funeral Home, 128 Revere St., Revere, prior to an 11 a.m. funeral Mass at St. John's Episcopal Church, 222 Bowdoin St., Winthrop. Burial will be in Woodlawn Cemetery, Everett. Visiting hours are from 4-8 p.m. on Monday, Sept. 18 at the funeral home. Donations can be made to Dana Farber Cancer lnstitute, P.O. Box 849168, Boston, MA 02284 or Care Dimensions, 75 Sylvan St., Suite B-102, Danvers, MA 01923. For guest book please visit www.Buonfiglio.com.