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Dr. Joseph A. Gargano
1956 - 2023
Dr. Joseph A. Gargano
1956 - 2023
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Dr. Gargano is survived by his loving wife Gabrielle (nee-Martorana), son Matthew and daughter Alessandra. He is also survived by his sister Maria Ricardone (Stephen) and brother Anthony M. Gargano. In addition, he is survived by his in-laws Ben and Caroline Martorana and sisters- in-law Rebecca (Tim) Ford and Daria Fitzgerald. He will be missed by his many nieces and nephews, Stephen (Christine), Matthew (Amanda), Danielle, Noah, Clarissa, Margot and great-niece Juliette and great-nephew Tony. Lastly, those who will especially miss laying with him and keeping him warm are his Mini Goldendoodles Maggie and Mia and "Grandpa's boy" Leo. We know he will be greeted by our perfect girl Molly, our favorite Wheaten Terrier. His visitation will be on Tuesday February 14th from 4pm-8pm at the Par-Troy Funeral Home 95 Parsippany Road, Parsippany (973) 887-3235. With the Liturgy of Christian Burial to be offered on Wednesday February 15th at 10am at St. Catherine of Siena R.C, Church, 10 North Pocono Road Mountain Lakes. In lieu of flowers, donations in his memory can be made to St. Jude Children's Research Hospital.
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George B Koodray
May 10, 2023
I was one of Dr. Gargano's patients (and would like to think somewhat friendly). I moved out of New Jersey and to South Carolina two years ago, but actually wanted to continue to schedule my visits to see him upon my returns. I liked him that much.
He was a great doctor, very informed and informative. Having a son-in-law who is a physician, I was especially sensitive not to sit there and go on and on when I'd see him, but, he'd pull up a stool and talk to me with great interest and never rushed me. Dr. Gargano was what we all hope doctors can be like.
It's mid-May and I only just heard today of his passing and was utterly shocked and saddened. His passing is yet another reminder of us all of the phrase 'tomorrow is promised to no one.'
My deepest condolences to his family and I hope they will know what a great impact he made to all of those around him. He will be sorely missed and was a great tribute to his profession.
George Koodray
Murrells Inlet, South Carolina
Anita
May 1, 2023
We are incredibly sorry to learn of Joseph´s passing. Sending love and prayers to his family.
Much Love,
Anita Franke Casino (cousin)
Chris Piccirillo
May 1, 2023
I cannot believe Dr. Gargano has passed. This is an incredible shock. My whole family used him for decades and loved him immensely. He will be sorely missed and condolences to his family.
Annie frey
March 30, 2023
Thought and prayers to the whole family.
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Debra Foody
March 27, 2023
To say I will miss him as my Doctor doesn´t even express it. He was my doctor for about 28 years and the most caring and compassionate doctor I have ever met. I know I will never find this quality again! He took the time to know you and would always have a moment to chat with you about family or whatever was on his mind. My prayers for his family. He will always be a part of my memories.
Debra F
Carol Doremus
March 15, 2023
I just heard of Dr Gargano passing tonight. My deepest sympathy to all his family. My husband Joe Doremus was a patient for a long time & was very fond of him . I am writing this , because Joe would be so very upset with the Dr. passing . May memories bring you all peace .
John Bartolotta
March 14, 2023
Please accept my condolences to the Gargano family on the passing of Dr. Gargano. He was my physician for many years. Such a caring, friendly doctor and a good friend to me. I will miss him. May he RIP now and my prayers are with you all!
Maureen
March 11, 2023
My sincere condolences to Dr. Gargano´s family. I was a long time patient of Dr. Gargano. He was an excellent family physician, always listened to my health issues, was calm, and gave me the best advice and encouragement when I had a dreaded diagnosis a few years ago. I will never forget his professional medical care given to my family and myself- forever grateful that you were there for our medical needs. Rest in Peace Dr. Gargano.
Tom Duffy
March 8, 2023
Dr.Gargano was my doctor for over 20yrs.He was a great doctor in every way.I never felt like he was in a hurry when I had appt.He always took his time explaining things and you knew he cared.My condolences to all his loved ones.
Marie Squeo
March 4, 2023
Dr Gargano has been my doctor for over thirty years.He was Dr. Gaargano gargano has been my doctor for about 30 years,He was not only a wonderful doctor but a great and caring person.I am sorry I had no way of knowing of his passing till it was to late.
Diane Grohn
February 20, 2023
So shocked to read that Dr. Gargano passed so young! Last time I saw him was in a grocery store w his daughter. We had a nice conversation, a few years back. I always enjoyed calling on him when I was a Merck Rep. He will be greatly missed. Condolences to his loving and huge Italian family! Diane Grohn
Linda Tissot
February 15, 2023
My family was in the care of Dr.Gargano for many years.
He always greeted us with a smile and casual conversation as he performed his examinations.
He was a people person as well as an excellent doctor.
I was very sad to hear of his passing......RIP
The Tissot Family
Gerard Perillo
February 15, 2023
Dr. G, will be missed by so many. As a patient going back to his small office in Lake Hiawatha and later Montville primary care.
I was devastated when I heard of his passing. My sincerest condolences to his family and his entire office staff. Rest in peace my friend!!!
Gerard Perillo
Lucille Dotterweich
February 15, 2023
I was so sorry to hear of Dr. Gargano´s passing. He was our family doctor for years, starting in Lake Hiawatha. We thought the world of him because he was a real listener. He never rushed you. He took care of my three kids as they were growing and came to the funeral home when my son passed away from cancer. He was very emotional having known him growing up and through his marriage and growing up. He really was a friend as well as a doctor. When my husband passed, he even called to say how sorry he was and what a great person my husband was. No doctors do that. I´m so sorry for his family. It´s not easy.
Lucille Dotterweich
Michael Tetto
February 13, 2023
Dr.Joe was not just my doctor , he was also my friend. My doctor visits always ended up discussing our families. I will miss him dearly. My heart goes out to his family
johanna de marco
February 13, 2023
Dr Gargano has taken care of me and my family since he practiced in Lake Hiawatha office. He was a great doctor and we considered him a good friend. He will be missed.
Truly,
The De Marco family.
The Gardner Family
February 13, 2023
Dr Gargano was a rare breed, he truly cared about his patients and it showed in everything he did. My father loved and trusted him for everything.... My deepest condolences to his family and friends.
Alan and Liza Rappaport
February 12, 2023
We started our practices in Parsippany around the same time and shared a long term friendship with Joe. We send our condolences to his family and share in their sorrow . He was truly a wonderful and caring human being.
Stacy Palmer & Curtis Condon
February 12, 2023
My husband and I moved to NJ fresh out of college by ourselves from upstate NY in 1999 and had to find our primary doctor. We picked Dr. Gargano since he was near our apartment and under our insurance. It was the best choice we could have made as he was one of the best doctors we have had over the past 20 years. We moved with him when he went to Montville Primary (easy choice) and always raved to our friends about how great he was if they were looking for a new doctor. He was always respectful of being on time, which many times is hard to come by with doctors, and took the time to ask how you were doing and talk with you. Even though we probably only saw him less than 1 hour a year he still touched our life. When I had my last appointment with him in February 2020 I was telling my husband that you know he may end up retiring soon and we will need to get a new doctor which would really stink. Never did I think this would happen. I was just at Montville Primary this Friday for my annual and found out the horrible news. It is very sad that we will never get a chance to say one last goodbye and tell him how much he meant to us over the past years as our doctor. Our hearts and prayers go to his family. He will be missed.
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