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Joseph Genovese Obituary
May 12, 1942 - November 3, 2025
Joseph Theodore Genovese of West Haven, passed away peacefully on November 3, 2025 at his home surrounded by his loving family. He was the devoted husband of Mary (Wendt) Genovese. Together they shared sixty years of love. Beloved father of Joseph Genovese (Antoinette), Jody Ortiz (Steven) and Jamie Genovese (Kathleen). He is survived by his six cherished grandchildren Joseph Genovese Jr, Christina Kubasak, Jamie Genovese, Jake Genovese, Esteban Ortiz and JohnCarlos Ortiz. He was preceded in death by his parents Joseph J. Genovese and Rose (Botte) Genovese. Joseph served in the United States Marine Corps and had a long career at Gallo Wine. He was a devoted fan of the New York Yankees and New York Giants. The family extends heartfelt gratitude to Yale Hospital and Veteran's Memorial Hospital.
His funeral procession will leave the PORTO FUNERAL HOME, 830 Jones Hill Rd., West Haven Tuesday morning at 9:30. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated in the St. John the XXIII Parish at St. Louis Church at 10:00. Interment with military honors will follow in St. Lawrence Cemetery, West Haven. Family and friends may call TUESDAY MORNING from 8:00-9:30. Memorial contributions may be made to the St. Jude Children's Research Hospital at www.stjude.org. Sign Joe's guest book online at www.portofuneralhomes.net
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Barbara Rosini
Yesterday
Mary & family, my deepest sympathy in the passing of Joe. May he rest in peace.
Patricia Piccirillo
November 7, 2025
So sorry to hear about the passing of Joe , my deepest condolences to the family,
John Cascio Sr
November 7, 2025
To Jamie and Family,
Deepest condolences on the passing of your Father.
He was a member of Teamster Local 443, where I served as the Recording Secretary for 12 years.
Joe always attended our monthly meetings and was a friend to all.
May your Father rest in peace.
John Savino
November 7, 2025
Dear family I am so sorry to hear of Joe's passing. He was a great guy who will be dearly missed
I worked with Joe at Gallo and at Skippers lounge. Everybody loved him. My condolences to Mary and family. May Jehova God Bless him and remember him at the RESURRECTION I ask this in Jesus's Name Amen.
Salvatore Attianese Jr.
November 6, 2025
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Maria Giordano
November 6, 2025
May your soul rest in peace, my lifelong friend. Glory to those who are born to each entire life!
Vicki Grande
November 5, 2025
Dear Mary and family, Remembering you and Joe and family from Allingtown. Sending our condolences to you on your loss and may you find solace in your many years of fond memories. May he rest in peace and God Bless. Phil & Vicki Paone Grande
Suely M Vieira
November 5, 2025
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Frank Esposito and Family
November 5, 2025
Our condolences to Jamie and the entire Genovese Family. May he rest in eternal peace.
The Esposito Family
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