Joseph Lizzi Jr.

JOSEPH LIZZI, age 75, of Somerton, passed away peacefully on June 26, 2025. Devoted husband of 49 years to Paula Lizzi (nee DeMarco). Loving father to Joseph Anthony Lizzi. Beloved brother to the late Teresa Scannelli and Norma Lizzi, also survived by his dear nieces Kristen DeMarco, Britney DeMarco, and Dawn Sheldon (nee Rice), and nephews Charles Rice and Michael Rice.
Joe was one of those rare combinations of compassion, intelligence, strength, loyalty, and above all, love for his family and dearest friends which he carried all throughout his life. To him, helping people wasn't a task – it was an honor. Following his upbringing in South Philadelphia, he volunteered to join the U.S. Navy at the height of the Vietnam Era then embarked on a 40+ year career as a building engineer for the School District of Philadelphia. Following retirement and his fondness of the Jersey shore, he began working as an ATV driver helping the disabled and elderly enjoy trips to and from the beach. He loved his transportation gig and worked it up until he was diagnosed with aggressive cancer. He will be remembered by everyone who knew him well as a true man of honor, ability, and integrity with a great sense of humor. He will be dearly missed!
Relatives and friends are invited to his visitation Wednesday, July 2, 2025, from 11:00AM until 1:00PM at Louis A. DiGiacomo Funeral Home, Inc., 1055 Southampton Road, Philadelphia PA 19116, immediately followed by religious services 1:00PM at the funeral home. Interment with US Navy Honors will follow at Washington Crossing National Cemetery, Newtown, PA 18940.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions can be made to Disabled American Veterans at help.dav.org.
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