Joseph Faranda

Joseph Faranda obituary

Joseph Faranda

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Joseph Faranda Obituary

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It is with deep sadness, we announce the passing of Joseph Anthony Faranda, age 71 of Stamford, Connecticut on October 1, 2025. Known affectionately by his family as Reeb, Joseph was born on November 30, 1953, to Angela and Carmelo Faranda in Queens, NY. After receiving his PhD from the University of Delaware, he went on to have a successful career as a Marketing and Business Executive. More recently, he left the corporate world to fulfill a lifelong dream by becoming a teacher at Archbishop Stepinac High School, where he was beloved by students and faculty. His memory will be cherished by his family, friends, and all who knew him. He will be remembered for his wit, his cheerful nature, his generosity, and his kindness to all. He could light up the room. He was curious about the world, adventurous, and loved sports. He was a devoted Yankees and Giants fan and an avid golfer. He will be sorely missed by all who knew and loved him. Joseph is survived by his daughter, Aja, his brother Thomas, his sister Angela, his partner, Diane Feuer and stepdaughters Sydnee and Jacie, and his dearest friends Vincent and Lynn DelMastro. He was beloved by his nephew Adam and his niece Elizabeth and their children. The family will receive friends from 1:00 PM to 5:00 PM on Saturday, October 18, 2025, at Michael Hegarty & John Vincent Scalia Home For Funerals and Cremation Service, 3377 US Highway 9, Old Bridge, New Jersey. In lieu of flowers the family requests that you make a donation to your favorite charity. Thank you Online condolences may be made to the family at www.HegartyScaliaFuneralHome.com

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I am deeply saddened to learn of Joe´s passing. I had the privilege of knowing Joe since his first year of graduate school, and his influence on my life has been profound. In addition to supporting me through the completion of my degree, Joe opened doors to professional opportunities that truly changed the course of my career and the trajectory of my family´s life.
What stood out most about Joe was his quiet confidence in others, his steadfast values, and his genuine kindness. Joe had a remarkable ability to see potential in others and to encourage it with quiet confidence. He was steadfast in his values, generous with his time, and genuine in every sense. I will always be grateful for the opportunities Joe afforded me.
Please accept my heartfelt sympathy. I hope it brings comfort to know how deeply Joe was respected and the profound an influence he had on others´ lives.

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Upcoming Events

Oct

18

Visitation

1:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.

Michael Hegarty & John Vincent Scalia Home For Funerals and Cremation Service

3377 US Highway 9, Old Bridge, NJ 08857

Send Flowers

Oct

18

Service

4:00 p.m.

Michael Hegarty & John Vincent Scalia Home for Funerals and Cremation Service

3377 US Highway 9, Old Bridge, NJ 08857

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