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Joseph Maio Obituary
Joseph D. Maio had a bit of a competitive streak. His wife, Sharri, remembers playing Monopoly with him one Christmas: he was hoarding real estate, so she cashed in and quit in disgust. When she sat near him at the blackjack table in Las Vegas, covering her eyes, he suggested she move away rather than bring him bad luck.
Mr. Maio was tall, hazel-eyed and a meticulous dresser. In his mid-20's, he headed a desk for Cantor Fitzgerald in Tokyo; by his early 30's, he had started a lucrative new desk for Cantor in New York. He was fair- minded, Mrs. Maio said. Friends sought his advice. And he never complained about anything ‹ except his dry cleaning.
But there was another side to Mr. Maio, who was 32. When the Maios' not-yet-house- trained puppy came down with a cold, Mr. Maio slept on the kitchen floor in his pajamas rather than let the dog sleep alone. When his son, Devon, was born 16 months ago, Mr. Maio wept with joy. He would take baths with Devon until his hands were wrinkly. "He was just a beautiful man, inside and out," Mrs. Maio said.
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Mike Maio
January 14, 2021
Never knew him but we are still family rest in peace
Jeff Heitzner
September 11, 2020
Joey, I miss you so much. Writing here helps me stay connected in an odd way. I have convinced myself you're out there, hanging in the ether. I know someday we will reconnect. May God bless you and your beautiful family always, Till we meet again.
July 28, 2018
George and Paula, I tried to contact you many times.
My condolences. My father is in Merrick. L.I.
Love,
Mara Schechter
Stacey Gentry
September 12, 2016
After turning on tv (which was a sports channel my husband had on, I don't watch sports). I saw your story. It really touched my heart. I want to say God Bless You but I truly believe you have been blessed amidst your loss.
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S J. Friscia III
July 11, 2014
In Memory
With Honor & Respect
September 12, 2013
We are thinking of you today as we do every day...Miss you BIL
September 11, 2013
As always, thinking of you today. Always sending strength and prayers to all who love you. Rest easy my friend. xo
Francesca-maria Maio
September 12, 2012
I am proud to know a survivor of 9/11 and last year i found a site where you could search for names of the fallen. My surname is not common and i found myself typing it in. M A I O, to my suprise Georges name appeared. My nonnos brother emingraged and came through Ellis island and i dont know if there is a thread of shared desendants at all. i lost my mum four years ago this month and so know what holes grief can leave the remaining pieces of your heart in. My sympathies to your family. The people who are no longer phyically here remain in our hearts and walk neside us, as much as we mourn their loss i believe they also mourn us because they too were ripped away from us. i came to ground zero in 2004 and i remember how earily quiet it was.
clark gridley
September 12, 2012
Never4get
September 11, 2012
Thinking of you my friend <3
Emilio Maio
March 30, 2012
Something wonderful happened at the 10 year anniversary of 9 11. I bought a flag with all the names ,and took it back home to Toronto Canada. When I opened and whent true the names my heart ached as I saw your name . My children to came to know you in a very special way even if we never met. This year i took my 3 kids to New york for march break and we went to the memorial fountain. As we passed one and walked over to the other fountain I was thinking where Joseph s name might be , and in that same moment my kid's in unison exclaimed :DADDY come and see....there was your name.It was as God just pointet it out to us.It was a special moment in our lives that I and my children will cherish for ever . In love yours truly Emilio,Clarissa,Joshua and Nicholas Maio.
October 13, 2011
October 13 2011
I read what Newsday published about Joe today. I've never forgotten him. I caddied for Joe at Tam O Shanter in the Spring and Summer of 2001. He caused some interest among the caddies when he joined because of his good play and personality. I've been one of the senior caddies there for a long time so I was curious about his game. I was older than Joe. I started working at Tam in 1965 at age 12. I remember telling him after working with him that summer that he would be our club champ in 2002. You can't help but get to know a person when you spend four hours on the golf course together each weekend for months. Joe was a first class guy in every way. - John Schultz
Soreida Vicario
September 12, 2011
Always thinking of you and remembering childhood days, when you treated me like everyone else in the neighborhood despite the difference in race. You taught me to play street hockey and how to flip baseball cards. A small part of my childhood I will always cherish. Thank you. Prayers go out to you and your family.
Gerrie Fleurimond
September 11, 2011
Joey, Warm thoughts of you today like always. You were always the brains and entertainment at Spring Valley HS. Thinking of you today and always. The world lost a great man on that day.
Christopher Tuzzo
September 11, 2011
As a fraternity brother and friend of Sharri and your sister in law, Robin...may God always look after you and your family, particularly you son.
Nicole Glazer
May 5, 2011
Joey - When I look at the pictures of you and think that your life ended so early, it breaks my heart. I have so many fond memories of you from Eldorado, SV Jr High and HS. Skiing on Friday nights in the winter and hanging by the pool in the summer.... There was always something special about you that set you apart from the crowd. I always knew that you would be successful in life and business. You are sorely missed and fondly remembered by so many. You will always live on in the memories of those that crossed your path somewhere along the way. I am lucky to have known you and I pray for your family and those that loved you.
Sharon Abraham
May 2, 2011
My heartfelt continued prayers for Joey and his family. I still picture my grade school classmate with all of his charisma and strength.....such a strong spirit. Reading about his life as an adult, I can see he grew bigger and even brighter than he was back in school.
I'm certain his legacy lives on in those who love him and I pray for Joey and his family.
Pam Crawford
September 11, 2010
On this anniversary of 9-11, I send my heartfelt condelences to Joe and his family. Joe and I were high school classmates. Although I didn't know him well, he was always pleasant, popular and funny. He had a good spirit and touched me as a positive person.
I'm sending warm thoughts to his friends and family.
Soreida Vicario
August 18, 2010
In loving memory...Soreida (Michel) Vicario and Jim Ashcroft
Jonathan Kaufman
October 27, 2008
I went to both Jr. High and Sr. High with Joe Maio. When I think back to the class of 1987 or my classmates, Joseph comes to mind with fondness. I remember Joseph being very happy go lucky and liked by all. He was usually at the center of attention clowning around in class, or excelling as an athlete, or a student. If we ever spoke to each other, he was always relaxed, kind and never had an attitude or made me feel small as a person. The girls all loved Joe, as did all of his friends. I definately looked up to him and thought he was going to be successful in life, and he was.
After graduation from High School, I heard that he was doing something great and making the good $. Later I heard that he had gotten married and had a child on the way. While on a short return to NY and Rockland, I witnessed the acts of terrorism of 911. It wasn't till later that I heard that Joseph had been in the towers.
I think of Joe Maio all of the time, as I think of others of the Class of '87 who have also passed. I do this often, especially as I get older.
The world has dimmed with the loss of Joseph and my heart and thoughts go out to his wife and child, his parents, his brother, and all of the others who's lives he touched and influenced. G-d bless him and keep him in peace.
P Tabbernor
December 18, 2006
In memory....
Kristine
November 14, 2006
As I cross-stitched your name on the memorial that I am doing for all of the victims, I prayed for you and your family. Please know that your death was not in vain. We will always remember. God Bless.
Sherry Linker (formerly Steinfeld)
May 19, 2004
To the Maio Family,
My Brothers and I grew up down the street from the Anthony and Joey (on Laurel Lane). Even though I knew Anthony better, because we were closer in age, my brother Donny knew Joey pretty well. We had a great time growing up, and I can't remember all the pool parties the Maio' had. I remember Joey was always a great guy, and when my Brother told me he was lost on 9/11 my heart went out to the entire family. His legacy through Devon and memories will never be forgotten. May God Bless You All...And May Joey Rest In Peace.
Sincerly,
Sherry Steinfeld and Family
Liz Poole
September 12, 2002
Last night I was given the name of Joseph Maio to read aloud during a Requiem Mass at my church. The church was beyond full and everyone had names to read. It was a privilege to honor the departed this way. Please know we will never forget. From a sorrowful New Yorker,
Adam Gibgot
September 11, 2002
I'm so sorry for your loss. I did not know Joe, but had heard of him from very close mutual friends. May your life be blessed with happiness going forward, and may his soul be granted the peace that he deserves.
Jason & Noelle Kahan
September 11, 2002
My wife and I were sickened when we heard that Joey had been killed at the WTC on 9/11. Though we did not know him that well, we had the pleasure of spending the weakend with him and Sharri in Sarotoga. In that short time it was clear what an upstanding, good human being Joey was. It seems sureal that someone with such Physical prowess, and joy of life as Joey had could ever be harmed by anything.
JESSICA SMITH
September 9, 2002
I MET JOEY IN COLLEGE. HE WAS A GOOD FRIEND OF SOMEONE I WAS CLOSE WITH AT THE TIME. IT WAS BECAUSE OF THIS, THAT I WAS ABLE TO MEET THE YOUNG MAN WHO WOULD WARM SO MANY LIVES.
I REMEMBER JOEY...THE FIRST TIME I SAW HIM. HE WAS VISITING THE AMERICAN UNIVERSITY CAMPUS IN WASHINGTON D.C.
HE WAS A BEAUTIFUL MAN AND HE HAD A PRESENCE THAT YOU COULDN'T MISS. HE WAS WARM AND FRIENDLY AND HAD A MAGNETIC SMILE.HE WAS A GOOD SOUL AND IT WAS APPARENT.
ALTHOUGH IT HAS BEEN YEARS SINCE I LAST SAW JOEY, I WAS DEVASTATED TO READ THAT HE HAD BEEN A VICTIM OF THE TERRORIST ATTACKS ON THE WORLD TRADE CENTER.
WHAT A LIFE TO LOSE! WHAT A LIGHT HE HAD BEEN DURING HIS SHORT TIME ON THIS EARTH.
TO HIS PARENTS, HIS WIFE AND SON AND HIS SIBLINGS AND FRIENDS.......JOEY IS ALWAYS IN MY THOUGHTS AND PRAYERS AND I WILL NEVER FORGET HIS SMILE THAT DAY IN WASHINGTON.
I HAVE ALWAYS WANTED TO EXPRESS MY CONDOLENCES TO YOU AND ALL THOSE WHO KNEW HIM.
ON THIS ...THE ANNIVERSARY OF HIS
DEATH, I WILL THINK OF HIM AND HIS FAMILY AND PRAY THAT GOD HOLDS JOEY IN HIS HANDS FOREVER.
ALWAYS REMEMBERING,
JESSICA
Carolyn Wagner (formerly Gatto)
August 21, 2002
To the family of Joey Maio, his wife Shari and their son Devon,
My husband Eric and I knew Joey from Jr. High and Sr. High in Spring Valley. He was a great person, and not a day goes by that we don't think about you and your family. The night I heard he was among the missing I had a dream about him. In it he was young again, as I remember him, like 18 years old, and he was hanging out with his buddies from Eastbourne. In the dream, I asked him what happened, that I heard he was lost in the tower, but he told me he was okay. I believe that he is, now forever watching over his family, most especially his son.
I hope that you are able to find comfort in his memories, and the memories of others. He touched so many people's lives, and he will always be remembered.
Our most heartfelt sympathy, and all of god's blessings for peace and love to your family.
Celeste Tenore (D'Antonio)
June 25, 2002
I never met Joey, but as a child I used to go to I believe was his grandfather's house. I called him uncle Angelo. My mom told me that Joey was his grandson (I believe) and I just felt bad. He seemed like such a nice person and very handsome. I am sorry for your loss. Your family is in our prays.
God Bless You!
Laura Gioello
June 3, 2002
The Maio Family:
I was close with both Joey and Anthony back in Jr. High School and High School. And although I did not stay in touch with either one of them long after graduation, there wasn't a day that went by that I did not think about each of them. They both were a VERY big part of my childhood and I will never forget Joey. My heart goes out to your entire family and all those that were fortunate enough to have known Joey. I remember running into him in Manhattan right before he was leaving for Tokyo - and although it had been years since we had seen eachother, it was like I had seen him yesterday. Joey was an incredible young man and I was blessed to have known him during my teenage years. I wear his name on my mercy band and continue to pray for him and your entire family. May peace be with all of you always and may God bless you.
Antoinette De Bellis
March 28, 2002
To the Entire Maio family,
We look back at all the wonderful memories we shared with your family. This horrible, senseless loss that you have suffered is still inconceivable. We have pictures and video tapes of some of your family functions and my sons were in awe with Joey. He was an inspiration especially to my older son Joey who is in college in Massachesetts and wants to be a stock trader. You are in our hearts and prayers everyday. God bless the Maio's.
Love, Antoinette, Frank, Joey & Frankie De Bellis
Patricia Maio Mullin
March 3, 2002
I recently visited NYC with my husband, and we went pay our respects at Ground Zero. Upon leaving the viewing platform, we saw the name of Joseph Maio. I couldn't believe my family name was there (though no relation). When we returned home, I visited this website to learn more about Joseph Maio. Please know that we are praying for his soul and family. God bless you all during this difficult time.
February 27, 2002
DEAR GOD SHINE YOUR LIGHT ON THIS BEAUTIFUL MAN..JOSEPH D.MAIO AND MAY HIS SOUL REST IN PEACE WITH GOD AND HIS ANGELS..GOD BLESS HIS WIFE AND BABY..FAMILY AND FRIENDS..GOD BLESS AMERICA AND NEW YORK AND MAY WE NEVER FORGET 9/11/01..MAY JESUS AND ST.JOSEPH GREET YOU AT THE GATES OF HEAVEN...AMEN
barbara and mike selig
February 2, 2002
Dear Paula and George,
when mike and i read that joey was working in the wtc and we saw his name on the missing list, our hearts broke for you and your families. even though you and I, Paula, played tennis together, I really did not know the boys that well but just being neighbors we express our deepest sympathy for your loss of your son. as you know, paula, i know what it is like to lose a child and nothing in the world can compare to it. you are in our thoughts and prayers.
love
barbara and mike selig
jackie stone
January 18, 2002
My thoughts are with you...
Lara Geller
January 16, 2002
To the family of Joey Maio:
I grew up on Eastbourne Drive right around the corner from Joey and the Maio family, and while I was never very close friends with them, when I saw his name on a list of those who were in the WTC I got this huge pit in my stomach.
I remember Joey and think about your loss often, always with tears. I remember the jokes he would get for driving a Jaguar High School :-)
May you be blessed to know that he is in heaven doing good and watching over you!
Kindest Regards
Lara Geller, formerly of Chestnut Ridge/South Spring Valley
Jane Gasser
January 16, 2002
To the Family of Joesph Maio, As I read through the tributes to Joseph,I came to understand what a great person he is. From my own experiences, I know that he is watching over his loved ones. 9-11 as touched all the hearts of Americans and I will keep you,and your families in my prays as I wear my braclet for Joseph. God Bless you. Jane Gasser
Pam Brock
January 8, 2002
Joey and I grew up in the same neighborhood in Spring Valley. Joey, Cenna and I played together a lot as kids. Some of my fondest childhood memories include swimming with them in the pools at both of their houses. When we were in college I ran into Joey near B.U., all grown up but still the same great person. It is nice to know that Joey became a successful businessman, husband and father, and was able to touch so many. My thoughs, hopes and prayers are with you.
JoAnn Havard
January 8, 2002
To Joseph's Family/Friends,
After carefully reading through hundreds of "Remembering the Victims" profiles, I have decided I would be proud to wear Joseph's Mercy Band. From what I read, I get the feeling that Joseph was a man with a Fun Sense of Humor, a Srong Loyalty to his Family and Friends, a Large Love of Life, and a Great BIG Gold Heart. I wish I could have met him.
Please know that my thoughts and prayers will be with you always. I am so saddened by your loss and I grieve with you.
Besides wearing Joseph's bracelet daily, I plan to hang his picture/profile in my office at work as well as in my home. I want to remember 9-11-01 everyday.
Sincerely,
JoAnn Havard
Richard Rubin
January 6, 2002
For those of us who were lucky enough to have been touched by Joey, he will always be with us. I think about Joey often and what a sincere, good guy he was. I last saw him ten months ago for dinner and he described his son and spoke so glowingly of Shari. Prior to that, I ran into him at the Superbowl in Atlanta and needed a place to crash ..sure enough within 15 minutes Joey had a cot added to his room at the Four Seasons to put me up. A devoted family man who lived on top of the world.
Brandi Dahl
December 30, 2001
I'm very sorry for your loss. My mother purchased a bracelet with Mr. Joseph Maio's name inscribed. She asked that I find out any information possible. You and yours are in our thoughts and prayers. We will never forget!
Teresa Jahn
December 23, 2001
We are deeply sorry for your loss of Joseph. Our hearts cry with you.
America Cries
We see your sorrow-
and our hearts cry....
We can not erase your pain
but you do not have to face the anguish alone-for we-
-the American people-
are beside you.
We so desperately want to have the touch that brings you comfort,
the strength that gives you courage,
and the words to lighten your spirits.
And when we are left speechless
may the silence of our nation weave love into your hearts
to ease your sorrow.
May you find healing through our nation's strength as we-
-the American people-
face this difficult time together. Our hearts are with you. Teresa Jahn
Dixon, IL
Jill Goldstein
December 10, 2001
Dear Sharri, Devon and the setty and the Maio family
I think about Joey often and I just want to express my deepest sympanthy for your whole family. Not A DAY GOES BY THAT i think of your terrible loss of such a wonderful person. I hope everyone is doing as well under the circumstances if there anything i can don nothing to small or big think about you every day
love always, JILL
Cynthia Cooley
November 15, 2001
I knew Joey from working with him at a nightclub in Boston, going to school with him at Boston University and working out at the same gym. I remember on the long, cold winter nights that we would all stand out there at the club door, how cheerful he was always was, even on those really windy sub-zero nights. That was the one thing that really struck me when I read the profile, he really never did complain, although he good-naturedly listened to the rest of us whine. We have not been in contact for at least 5 years but he he is well remembered. My sincerest condolences to the Maio family for their tremendous loss.
Jeff DiModica
October 20, 2001
Devon,
I went to Boston University with your Dad. Joey and I were frat brothers and remained close when I lived in NY in the early nineties. Although I have only seen Joey once since you were born, I remember the gleam in his eye as he told me how proud he was to be a father, what a wonderful child you were, and how tremendously his life had turned out.
Your dad was always a leader. Joe had an air of confidence about him that made people want to follow him, listen to him, and be around him. Your dad had a way of making whoever he was talking to feel they were the most important person in the world, he listened well, and truly cared what you had to say. Joe's effervescent enthusiasm was impossible to miss, and rubbed off on those around him. I'm sure that in the brief time you knew him that alot rubbed off on you. Hopefully the best parts stick; his character, dignity, presence, and caring, for you will truly be blessed if they do.
I look forward to meeting you someday and telling you more about what a great, proud Dad you had.
Tim Steenstrup
October 11, 2001
My deepest and heartfelt sympathy on the loss of Joe. he was a friend and colleague of mine during his days in Tokyo. His discipline and composure made many of us proud to be his friend.
Sincerely
Karl and Karen Wirth
October 10, 2001
Our deepest sympathy. You have been in our prayers since we received Joseph's name at Church. May God be with you
Mary Anne
October 8, 2001
You have been in my prayers since I recieved Joseph's name at St. Paul Lutheran Church communion.May you and your family be comforted with God's blessings.
MJ
September 24, 2001
Our thoughts and prayers go out to you and your family, may you rest in peace.
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