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Joe D'Angelo Obituary
Remember Me With Smiles Not Tears, For All the Joy Through All the Years. I Am At Peace...TRY TO BELIEVE. It was My Time...I Had To Leave.
Sadly Our Family announces Joe D'Angelo departed this world on August, 1, 2023, At the youthful age of 86. He peacefully passed away at his Home in Rotonda West, Fl.
Joe was born in Passaic New Jersey to Elsie and Tony D'Angelo, a proud Italian family.
After Belleville High School he joined the U.S. Navy. He served aboard the Destroyer USS Zellars (DD-777) and traveled to many parts of the world.
In 1961, After his tour of duty, He moved to Tampa Florida to start a business with his father as Commercial Refrigeration Distributers. They established themselves as forerunners and rum-runners in business for the Greater Tampa Bay Area. Joe became sole-proprietor of Kwik Refrigeration in 1990.
He was also an avid golfer and bowler. Achieving the ultimate goal of 300 in a bowling tournament in Franklin North Carolina; where he built a home and lived for 15 years. In 2014 Joe returned to his most loved SunShine State of Florida to a small community of Rotonda West, where he continued to work as a Jack of All Trades till the age of 85.
Joe loved life, people and was a loyal friend to so many. Always ready with a smile or a kind word or, of course a joke.
Joe leaves behind his wife Lorraine of 58 years. He was a loving and proud father to 3 girls:
Conni (Steve) Alfonso; Tina (Tom) Purdy; Denise (Rick) D'Angelo. Also an adoring Grandfather to 4 Grandchildren: Stephanie and Eric (Beth) Alfonso and Tonya and Travis Purdy. As well as 3 Great Grandchildren Elissa, Ethan and Seth Alfonso. A wonderful sister Marie Matarazzo and her son Anthony Rizzolo of New Jersey. A sister n law Sue Canncey and her son Joe of Hudson Fl.
Another sister-n-law Elva (Bob) Learn. And an Amazing nephew Jimmy Banta of Franklin, N.C.
Joe also leaves behind his beloved Golden Retriever Ellie and Cat Winston who miss him.
As an animal advocate for ethical treatment of Animals we request in lieu of flowers to send donations to either Mercyfullprojects.org of Tampa. OR to the Tampa General Kidney Foundation website tgh.org/foundationgiving
Joe will be sorrowfully missed by ALL who had the pleasure to know him.
Rest in Peace, Dear Joe.
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Elva Learn
July 31, 2024
He always could make you laugh if you were down. He was a very lovable
guy.
Jessica
August 14, 2023
Unfortunately I didn't have the pleasure of meeting him. but I know Denisse, her daughter, and I can say that he was a wonderful man because he reflected in her. My prayers to him and his family
Joey Lynn
August 11, 2023
I am so sorry to hear the news of his passing. He was a great man, like his father!!! They were so kind to my family throughout the 40plus years we have know each other.....May his memory be a blessing forever....Yessir
Cindy Vannoy
August 10, 2023
Uncle Joe always welcomed me with open arms & a fabulous smile! He & Aunt Lorraine have made me a part of the family for many years now! I will miss his jokes, great attitude,& hugs! I love y'all & you're in my thoughts and prayers! Cindy Vannoy
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Bruno & Pat Rizzato
August 9, 2023
Joe was our neighbor for over 20 years and a friend for over 48 years. He was always happy, friendly, generous, and kind. When we bowled together, Joe always provided encouragement and laughs for the team. Joe was also a proud Veteran and loved his country. He exemplifies the persona of someone who will truly be missed. We love you, Joe. Loraine, Denise, Connie, and Tina, our deepest condolences and heartfelt sympathies. Rest in peace dear friend.
Kristina Bitetto
August 9, 2023
Mr D was our neighbor when I was a kid. I remember Mr D and my dad would try to out due each other with Christmas lights. It was funny. Mr D was like my 2nd dad. I will never forget my nickname Tina Bellina and Lil Tina. RIP Mr D. You will be greatly missed. To my 2nd family. You are in my thoughts and prayers. Love to you all
Tina Bitetto
August 9, 2023
Mr.Dangelo was out neighbor for years. Mr.D was like my 2nd dad. I remember my dad and Mr. D would try to out do reach other every Christmas with lights. It was great. My thought's and prayers are with all my Dangelo family. I love you all.
RIP Mr. D
Elva Learn
August 7, 2023
I loved you very much and will always remember how you always made me laugh.We traveled to some fun places and had some great times together.looking forward to seeing you again.
Lisa Wright Talarico
August 7, 2023
I love you and miss you Papa D. You are and will always be my second daddy. I love you all. Momma D. Denice, Tina and Conni. I´m sending food your way instead of flowers because Mr D lived to feed people. It was his Italian way. So get ready to eat. I love you all and am always here for all of you.
Jimmy Banta
August 6, 2023
I have great memories of this man. My favorite is of riding on the back of his Harley Davidson with him. He was so much fun to be around. I loved his cooking and joking banter. He was my uncle Joe and I love him and miss him. What a blessing it was to have had him in my life. I will miss him so much. I love you uncle Joe.
Butch Ferrizzi
August 6, 2023
The mark of a truly great man is when people make the same statements about you after your death that they made about you while you were still alive. This was truly MR. D I met Joe in 1984 and during these 39 years a Super Bond was formed that goes beyond friendship. I will love and miss you immensely my Super Friend and Brother.
Ann Glass
August 6, 2023
So blessed to have met you Joe! Heaven has truly gained a wonderful angle.
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