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He was a member of Immaculate Heart of Mary Catholic Church since 1957. He graduated from North High School, class of 1939 and the University of Akron in 1947 with a degree in mechanical engineering. Joseph served his country in World War II with the 7th troop Carrier Squadron in Italy. After returning from the Service he was employed by the B.F. Goodrich Company in their engineering department. He later joined the family business, Romito Brothers Electrical Construction Company until his retirement in 1987.
Joseph loved to draw up plans and build. He did this with his own home in the fifties. Later he added an addition for his growing family. After retirement he went on a building spree, adding a garage to his single garage home, drawing up plans for additions to the homes of two local daughters and went to Minnesota to help a daughter with home renovations.
Joseph was a family and God-loving man. He loved his wife, Mary (Romito) and eight children dearly. He often told Mary, ``My cup runneth over.' He adored his grandchildren and taught them that they were special and irreplaceable.
Preceded in death by his parents, Salvatore and Carmela Bellassai; his sister and brother-in-law, Anne and Joseph Lupo; his father and mother-in-law, Frank and Tommasina Romito; and his son-in-law. Dr. Raymond E. Sanders; he is survived by his loving wife of 62 years, Mary; and eight children, George Bellassai (Barbara) of Canton, Martha Feldmeier (Bob) of Pittsburgh, Anne Newman (Kevin) of Edina, Minn., Joseph S. Bellassai (Sharon) of Mentor, Mary Sanders of Akron, Christine Bye (Randal), Frances Evans (Todd) and John Bellassai of Cuyahoga Falls. Also surviving him are 13 grandchildren, Dana Feldmeier of Florida, Craig Feldmeier of New York, Megan, Lauren and David Newman of Minnesota, Justin and Jenna Bellassai of Mentor, Brett and Courtney Sanders of Akron, Randal and Kristen Bye, Gabrielle Karam and Braden Evans of Cuyahoga Falls. Additionally surviving him are brothers-in-law Edmund D . Romito (Marianne) and Arthur T. Romito, one niece and seven nephews.
Calling hours Wednesday, 4 to 8 p.m. at the Ciriello and Carr Funeral Home, 810 Portage Trail, Cuyahoga Falls. Mass of Christian Burial Thursday at 10 a.m. at Immaculate Heart of Mary Catholic Church, 1905 Portage Trail, Cuyahoga Falls, Ohio 44223. Entombment at Northlawn Mausoleum. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Hospice of Summa, 444 N. Main St., P.O. Box 2090, Akron, Ohio 44398 or to the Fr. McIntyre School Fund, 1905 Portage Trail, Cuyahoga Falls, Ohio, 44223.
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for Joseph Bellassai
wayne hall
November 10, 2010
May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief.
Margaret Evert
November 10, 2010
Dear Annie & Kevin, Megan, Lauren & David & family members, You have all been & will continue to be in my thoughts & prayers. Love & Peace, Margaret
November 10, 2010
Dear Mrs.Bellassai and family,
We are so sorry to hear of the loss of Mr. Bellassai, He was a very sweet man. Every time I saw him he always greeted me with the biggest bear hug. He will be greatly missed.
Sincerely,
Barbara,Mark and Aidan Mlachak
November 9, 2010
Martha and Sisters,
Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult time. We were so very sad to hear of your Father's passing.
You were so nice to my Dad and all of us at Traditions every time we saw you. We will never forget that. God Bless.
Joyce Mitchell and Family.
Cynthia & Michael Gissin
November 9, 2010
Dear Martha and Bellassai,
Our deepest sympathy to all of you on this great loss. I know the many hours you all spent by his side, and he was so blessed to have all of you.
God bless and comfort all of you,
Love, Cynthia and Michael Gissin
November 9, 2010
Dear Mary,
We are so sorry to hear of Joe's passing.
He was a kind and gentle man and will be missed by all. We didn't see him much, but when we did, it was a nice meeting!
We always ran into him at Lowe's. He was always buying items to fix something for somebody! You have our deepest sympathy. May his soul rest in peace.
Eli & Gloria Karam
Suzanne Innes
November 9, 2010
Those who have Served the Nation and the Cause of Justice will never be forgotten. Your Husband, Father and Grandfather, who served valiantly in World War II, will live Forever in the Hearts of those who Cherish Freedom.
With Gratitude and Deepest Sympathy,
November 9, 2010
Aunt Mary and all of your family,
Our sympathy goes out to each and everyone of you. Uncle Joe is with God and surrounded by his angels. He will be missed by every life he touched.
Love to all, Dale, Darlene Romito and Family
Northlawn Memorial Gardens
November 9, 2010
With deepest sympathy from our staff
GOD Bless you and your family
November 9, 2010
We praise God for the life and service of our veteran. May he rest in peace in the arms of our Lord as a grateful nation mourns.
Michele N. Sandridge, Chaplain
American Legion Auxiliary
Department of Ohio
Perry Gattuso
November 9, 2010
So many of my childhood memories revolved around your loving family and all the time spent playing in your yard. My thoughts are with all of you at this sad time.
November 9, 2010
Dear Bellassai Family,
We are so sorry to hear about the loss of Uncle Joe. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all.
Love, David and Anna Romito
November 9, 2010
Mary Sanders & Family,
I was very sorry to hear about your father. It sounds like he was an amazing man. My deepest sympathy goes out to you and your entire family. Love! Nancy Prysiazny
Brian, Denise, Emmalee and Madeline Keller
November 9, 2010
JB and Bellassai family,
Our sincere condolences at the loss of your husband,father and grandfather. While I did not have the pleasure of meeting Joe he sounded like a wonderful man. I am sure if he is anything like JB he was a special person. Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult time. May the support of family and friends provide comfort to you in the days ahead.
Fondly
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