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Joseph Aiello Jr.

1961 - 2017

BORN

1961

DIED

2017

FUNERAL HOME

Mission Mortuary - Monterey

450 Camino El Estero

Monterey, California

Joseph Aiello Obituary

Name: Viewing for Joseph Aiello Jr.
Start: 2017-10-19T21:30:00.000Z
Location: Mission Mortuary - Monterey

Joseph Aiello Jr.
March 17, 1961 - October 6, 2017
Monterey
Joseph Aiello Jr. passed away after a long and courageous battle with cancer. A native of Monterey he graduated from Monterey High School in 1979. While at Monterey Peninsula College he was elected as student body president. He was a graduate of San Jose State University with a degree in Political Science. He took his turn running the family business. Former president of the Old Monterey Business Association where he helped bring about the weekly farmers market on Alvarado Street. Because of his love for Monterey he wrote several letters to the editor on a variety of subjects concerning the downtown area. He loved playing his trumpet and as a result he donated his musical skills to San Carlos Cathedral as well as the Monterey Community Band, playing at many masses and concerts. He enjoyed traveling to Italy and exploring his family roots. He loved his garden with all of it's beautiful flowers, especially the roses. He was a sports enthusiast especially for the San Francisco Giants. He was preceded in death by his father, Joseph Aiello Sr. He is survived by his mother Anna, brothers Jack (Angela) and Matthew (Polly), sisters Concetta and Geri, nieces Janey and Anna. Godmother Sina Caronia, as well as numerous cousins. The family would like to thank the many doctors and nurses who assisted in Joseph's care. He was a very loyal and devoted son and brother who will be deeply missed. Donations may be made in his name to the San Carlos Cathedral. Viewing will be held at Mission Mortuary, on Thursday, October 19th at 2:30 pm. Rosary will be at 3pm. Funeral mass will be held on Friday, Oct 20th at San Carlos Cathedral at 10am. Please visit www.MissionMortuary .com for on-line condolences.

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Published by Monterey Herald Obits from Oct. 17 to Oct. 19, 2017.

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20 Entries

Kim Kezeli

October 6, 2019

Time goes by to fast. My heart aches for The Aiello family with such great losses to a family that is so kind and giving, loving and caring. It doesn't seem fair but only the good Lord knows the big plan and will comfort us as we try to comfort each other. May Christ continue to be by your side and comfort you in times of trouble, just never give up. Tell happy stories of the ones we lost and keep their memories happy and alive. I love you all so deeply.

Sincerely,
Kim Kezeli

Geri Aiello

December 3, 2018

I miss you terribly. The whole family misses you terribly. Loving you always, your sister, geri.

Pam (Compton) Hunt

November 26, 2017

Just learning of Joes passing today. He was a kind , gentle man that I had the pleasure of attending school with and considered my friend. My heart is breaking for all of his family. Sending prayers and condolences out to all of his family & friends during this difficult time, and know Alvarado St AND Monterey is missing a big part of its story now. :'(

November 6, 2017

To Joe's mother Anna, sisters Concetta and Geri and brothers Jack and Matthew, I was so very sorry to learn of Joe's passing last week. I know he loved his family, his music and the SF Giants. My husband Franz and I enjoyed working with Joe as goldsmiths and will truly miss him. Our sincerest condolences to you all.
Franz and Leslie Broz

October 29, 2017

We are so sorry Joe. You will be missed. Our condolences to your family.

Giovanni and Cathy Montante

Gail McIntyre

October 28, 2017

Alvarado Street will never be the same. I walked by the jewelry store many times over the past few years and often had a wave, smile and sometimes a chat with Joe - such an interesting guy and so engaged in promoting the welfare of his beloved city. My condolences to his family.

October 26, 2017

I met Joseph a few months ago and introduced myself to him, that I used to work with his mother Anna at PacBell. We talked for a few minutes and I got the impression he was a very nice man. It is shocking to hear that he passed away.. I only heard the news from a friend who checks the obituary at the Herald on line.

I would like to extend my condolences, sympathy and prayers to Anna and to the whole family.

May Joseph Rest In Peace. God bless him

Rosario Mandolado

Doug Evans

October 23, 2017

As a grade school and high school friend it is hard to hear the news of his passing. God bless him and his family.

October 21, 2017

So sorry for your loss. Jesus wept after the death of his friend Lazarus. John 11:35 We weep along with you. His example was written in the Bible to give us hope. Rom. 15:4

Guy Hawkes

October 21, 2017

Rest In Peace Joe

Kathy Feher

October 18, 2017

Joe was passionate about quite a few things but the top four in any order were: the Old Monterey Business Association, the San Carlos Cathedral, playing the trumpet and talking politics whether it was on the local, regional or national level. We had an easy friendship, we usually greeted each other with a hug as I am apt to do and I am thankful for that. Joe was a kind, caring man and he will be missed by many, many people. I am but one of those many.
I am deeply sorry for your loss. His memory will live on in all of us.

Kim Kezeli

October 17, 2017

To the Aiello family, my deepest heartfelt condolences go out to all of you. You are part of my family and always been so kind to me. I pray you find some comfort in knowing Joe is being reunited with his father and being with the lord. Joe was a very stand up citizen of Monterey and a great son and brother. May he rest in peace eternally from now on, no more pain. I am and always be here for you if any of you need anything.

Cathy Roscelli/Pryor

October 17, 2017

I am so sorry for your loss, keeping you all in my thoughts and prayers

John Aiello

October 17, 2017

When I moved to Monterey I stopped into his shop on alverado st because we shared a last name. He was very welcoming and was very happy to tell me about the community and his politics. I chatted with him on Facebook and said he wanted to get back to the shop because it's been his priority since 1987 with ending the conversation "be proud that your an Aiello". He will be missed.

Gaspar Catanzaro

October 17, 2017

Rest in Peace.

October 17, 2017

I'm sorry for your loss. May God's Word and loyal love comfort you at this time. ~Psalms 136:23

Mark Arellano

October 17, 2017

I recently visited with Joe at Carmel Hills Care center. He was in great spirits and seemed to be getting stronger. So sad to see this in today's paper. May he Rest In Peace.

Mission Mortuary, Inc.

October 17, 2017

Offering our deepest condolences during this difficult time.

Robert Kensler

October 15, 2017

Joe and I had many talks over the last few years! He Loves playing the trumpet! Besides the Jewelry store I believe the trumpet was his life!!
My thoughts and prayers go out to Anna, and Joe's brothers and sisters at this time of loss.
Joe my friend you were one of a kind!! Now you can play the trumpet in the Heavenly band!!

Tony Venza

October 12, 2017

Joe and I had good times together sharing a music stand at the MPC jazz band for years. I will miss him. Thinking about you, Anna, and Joe's brothers and sisters at this time of loss.

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