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Joseph DiJulio Obituary
Virginia Beach - Joseph "Joe" Anthony DiJulio, Virginia Beach, 56, passed away suddenly of cardiac arrest on Thursday, July 30, 2015. The beloved husband of Elizabeth "Betsy" DiJulio, brother of Tina and Terri Ann DiJulio, and uncle of Gabriella Duncan, Joe was predeceased by his parents Anthony and Theresa DiJulio.
Joe received his Bachelor of Science Degree from Indiana University and his law degree from Vanderbilt University in 1985, where he served as an associate editor of the Journal of Transnational Law. In 1990, he joined the firm of Clark & Stant, which merged with Williams Mullen in 1999. A certified public accountant, Joe's practice concentrated on Estate Planning and Probate Law, private client & fiduciary services, business succession planning, fiduciary litigation, wealth transfer planning, and tax-exempt practice. Known for working closely with his clients to structure their estates, Joe also often wrote about and spoke on current estate planning topics.
A member of the Virginia State Bar, Joe was a fellow in the American College of Trust and Estate Counsel. Listed in "The Best Lawyers in America," he was named "Best Lawyers' 2012 Norfolk Area Litigation-Trusts & Estates Lawyer of the Year." Among Virginia Business Magazine's "Legal Elite," he was also named a "Super Lawyer" for Estate Planning & Probate by Virginia Super Lawyers Magazine. Joe served for three years as new decisions editor for the Journal of Taxation and, in addition, Martindale Hubbell rated Joe an AV attorney, its highest rating available.
Smart, funny, dynamic, generous, loyal, and caring, Joe was loved by all who knew him and will be deeply missed. Join his family for a Celebration of Life on Tuesday, August 4, at 7 p.m. in the Monarch Ballroom of the Westin Virginia Beach at Town Center. Joe had many passions, including fitness-he was co-owner of Hybrid Training Center-and animals. In lieu of flowers, we ask that any donations be made to the VB-SPCA (www.vbspca.com) on whose board he served, including as president. Condolences may be registered online at www.parrfuneralhome.com
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Eva Olson
December 17, 2015
Betsy, So very sad to hear of Joe's passing. Sending strength and hope.
Janiece Jackson
December 1, 2015
I would like to express my deepest sympathy and condolences to Betsy and the DiJulio family. I had the pleasure of working with Joe for a few years while employed at Williams Mullen 2006. He and I worked together very well and I had much respect for him. He was very kind, sweet and understanding. I will always treasure the opportunity to have worked with Joe. I was shocked and very sadden to come by this tragic news. My prayers and condolences go out to you Betsy and Joe's family. God bless you!Janiece Jackson-Holloway.
August 12, 2015
To the Di Julio Family,
Joeseph was my personal attorney for my will and estate. I did not know Joeseph socially, but we discussed personal issues and family when we were together. He was always professional and frank, down to earth and blunt. I will miss him very much. Very sad to hear of this...shocked, actually. I know that Joeseph's drive, energy and commitment to helping others will live on. I hope the good memories you have of Joeseph will sustain you through these difficult times.
Most sincerely,
Jeffrey Hartline
Carolyn Meredith
August 10, 2015
May I express my deepest sympathy and condolences to Betsy and the DiJulio family. I had the pleasure of working with Joe for several years while employed at Williams Mullen. He and I worked together like a well oiled machine, and I had the utmost respect for him. He was a friend as well as my employer and he always had a way of eliminating a stressful situation with an easy solution. I will always treasure the opportunity to have worked with and befriended such a caring, upstanding person. I was so saddened by hearing this tragic news, and words will never express how I feel about this tragic loss. My prayers are with you Betsy and Joe's wonderful family. Carolyn Meredith
Tilly McFadden
August 9, 2015
Dear Betsy, Tina, Terri, & Gabi,
I will always remember Joe's smile and kind manner. I have fond memories of his visits to Tina's house when Gabi/Micaela were little and growing up. He left an impact on everyone who met him.
I will keep all of you in my continued thoughts and prayers.
We love you all & send you our deepest sympathies and much love.
August 9, 2015
Joe - your wife, Betsy, thought the sun rose and shined in your smile; you will be missed by many; peace be with you.
August 7, 2015
Betsy,
I want to take this opportunity to express my sincere sympathy for your loss. Please take comfort in the fact that you must have made your husband proud and loved by your very nature of excellence. Although it seems impossible now, you will be happy again. If I could be of service to you, please let me know. Sue Frost
Aimee Brimmer
August 7, 2015
I'm so sorry for your loss. Sending my love and prayers to the DiJulio family. (((hugs)))
Michelle Tillander
August 5, 2015
Betsy,
I am so sorry to hear about Joe. My thoughts are with you and thinking about you.
Erin Denny
August 5, 2015
I am so sorry for your loss. Sending prayer for the DiJulio family that you are comforted through loving memories of your loved one during this difficult time.
August 4, 2015
Betsy, So very sorry about your loss and the loss to the dog world. May you be able to find some comfort in all of the wonderful memories. Bill Billiar
Cathy Ralston
August 4, 2015
I was deeply saddened and shocked at the news of the passing of Mr. DiJulio. Although I have worked for years with Dick Kelly Real Estate and have spoken to Mr. DiJulio through phone and email, I never had the opportunity to meet him in person. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Heather & Mike Esham
August 4, 2015
Our hearts, thoughts and prayers go out to the DiJulio family we are so sorry for your immense loss.
August 4, 2015
Betsy,Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. Rick & Regina Riddle
August 4, 2015
Betsy, I was saddened to read of the death of your husband. You are in my thoughts and prayers.
Sincerely,
Sallie Bryant
Karen Officer
August 4, 2015
Dear Betsy, I was very sorry to hear about your loss. You and Joe were such good neighbors, good people.... I read what you posted about your anniversary...you should go to Italy...I think Joe would want you to. If you do, I am sure he'll be there with you. My heart goes out to you...you and Joe's family are in my prayers xox Karen Officer
August 3, 2015
Betsy
I was shocked and saddened to hear of the loss of your husband, Joe. Please know that my thoughts are with you- Sincerely, Jane Snell
August 3, 2015
Dear Betsy, I wish you well and good memories to sustain you.
Thinking of you,Dottie Labahn
Basnight
August 3, 2015
Our condolences go out to the DiJulio family. Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time.
The J.B. Basnight family
Sherry Richardson
August 3, 2015
My deepest condolences to the DiJulio family for your loss. As a former legal assistant of Willians Mullen, I had the pleasure getting to know him as a person and colleague. Over the years in the Virginia Beach office, I had the opportunity to work on several projects that involved Joe as a key team member throughout the process of various transactions. I have always viewed him as an extremely intelligent and competent attorney with high work ethics. He was very caring and compassionate about the good of his clients; and greatly admired and well-respected by his colleagues. He had a great personality and was easy to work with. He always had a smile.
August 3, 2015
Dear Betsy and Family-
Although I did not know Joe personally, my sister Jackie Rager worked for him and was a close friend, I work for Jackie and she spoke very highly of Joe as a friend and mentor and a always trusted his judgement in business and family matters, which I also trusted because I trust her. He called the office often and his voice just that voice "Jackie In" I will never forget. I am truly sorry for your loss. My heart hurts for you all. Melissa Voigt Bizub
August 3, 2015
Betsy,
My condolences to you and yours on the loss of your beloved Joe. My thoughts, prayers and love are with you at this very difficult time.
- Victoria Hecht
Maria Berni
August 3, 2015
My deepest condolences to the Di Julio Family. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
Stacy Degon
August 3, 2015
We are so very sorry for your loss may you find comfort in each other during this difficult time. Sending much love and peace to the entire DiJulio family. Stacy & Ed Degon
August 3, 2015
My sincerest condolences to the DiJulio family. I have known Joe since the early days when he was with Clark & Stant. Joe was very unique. He was always positive, funny and most of all a true professional. He will be greatly missed. Toby Leffel
Virginia Beach, VA
Nancy Reiss Thrower and Anita Reiss
August 3, 2015
Betsy, I am saddened to hear of your loss. Please fill your heart with wonderful memories of Joe. Some will make you smile and laugh and even cry.
You are in our prayers!
Marty Erickson
August 3, 2015
DiJulio family so sorry for your loss. Joe's family will be in my thoughts and prayers.
August 2, 2015
My love go out to the family Joe was a good man Miss you guys the Rodriguez family
Sue Fariss
August 2, 2015
As a paralegal at Williams Mullen, I had the pleasure of working with Joe for the last 25 years. His passing has been a devastating loss both professionally and personally. He was an amazing attorney, but more importantly an amazing person. His personality was so refreshing and I loved working with him. His laugh was infectious and his zest for life was contagious. He will truly be missed and the halls of Williams Mullen will forever echo his spirit.
Laurie and Lars Hoglund
August 2, 2015
We are so sorry for your loss. May your happy memories bring you some comfort during these sad days.
Lee Cardinale
August 2, 2015
Betsy, Tina, Terri Ann My prayers are with you at this difficult time. I know Joe, Terry and Tony are together looking down and asking God to help you.
Lee Cardinale
Fran Russell
August 2, 2015
I was so sorry to learn of Joe's passing. He was a good friend to me when we worked together at Clark & Stant (later Williams Mullen), & we had so many laughs together. On the rare occasions when one of his clients' cases went to litigation, he handed them over to me. I was so grateful for his trust in me. (Of course, we never lost a case, because he always did such a great job himself.) He was a terrific attorney & a pleasure to work with. Like everyone who knew him, I will miss him. My thoughts & prayers go out to Betsy & all of his family.
August 2, 2015
Betsy and family, My husband and I never met Joe but we know how much he was loved by Amber and Jeff Turner. We heard about him in many different ways over the years and each time it was with warmth and adoration of Joe. Praying for you and your family at this time. Pam and Ted Breeden,Hopewell, Va.(parents of Amber)
Stuart Ashman
August 2, 2015
My sincerest condolences to Joe's family and to his colleagues and friends at Williams Mullen. My family and I had a very rewarding relationship with him both as a caring helper and as our trusts and estates attorney over a number of years during which time we grew quite fond of him as a person and developed great confidence an him as a lawyer. Count us among the many who will sorely miss him.
August 2, 2015
My condolences to Betsy, Terri Ann, Tina & Gabriela...as well as the entire family. Joe was a great guy, with a terrific sense of humor and amazing intelligence, and added depth to our family. I am sorry I will not be at the celebration of his life. He will be missed. RIP Joe!
August 2, 2015
We are so very sorry to hear this. Joe is now in very good company with your beautiful Mom and Dad, and all your family in heaven. Tina and Terry Ann, all our love and prayers for you and your family. ~ Grace and Gail Vizzarri
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