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Joseph Macri Obituary

MERIDEN - Joseph G. Macri, 75, husband of Bette (Masselle) Macri, died on Monday, Feb. 9, 2009 at home surrounded by his family after a brief illness.

Born in Meriden on May 29, 1933, he was the son of the late Joseph and Carmel Macri, and had resided in Meriden all his life. He attended local schools and graduated from Wilcox Technical School. Mr. Macri was the owner of M & M Lunch Wagon for many years and was last employed by Hunter's Ambulance. He was a veteran of the Korean Conflict (1953), having served with the U.S. Army. He was a parishioner of Our Lady of Mount Carmel Church, and was a member of the Unison Club of Meriden.

Besides his wife, he is survived by his two sons, Scott Macri of Meriden and Joseph Macri Jr. and his wife, Lydia of Illinois; one grandson, Scott Macri Jr.; one great-granddaughter, Elianna Macri; two sisters, Diane Morris and her husband, Jim of Florida and Sharon Rodriguez and her husband, Pete of Florida; one brother, Nick Macri, Sr. and his wife, Donna; sister-in-law, Marlene Bowen and her husband, Jim; mother-in-law, Katherine Ascare; he is also survived by many nieces and nephews; and four god-sons whom he loved. He was predeceased by one brother, Francis Macri, Sr. and father-in-law, Morris Ascare. Joe was loved by all who knew him, just a great guy. He especially enjoyed his friends and family.

Friends and relatives are asked to go directly to Our Lady of Mount Carmel Church for a Mass of Christian burial to be held on Saturday, Feb. 14 at 10 a.m. Entombment will be in Sacred Heart Cemetery. Friends may call at the John J. Ferry & Sons Funeral Home, 88 East Main St., Meriden, on Friday, Feb. 13 from 4 to 7 p.m. In lieu of flowers, contributions in his memory may be made to Our Lady of Mount Carmel Church, 109 Goodwill Ave, Meriden, CT 06451 or to a charity of one's choice. www.jferryfh.com

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Published by Record-Journal on Feb. 12, 2009.

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Sharon

March 3, 2009

Joe was a great guy, I'll miss his smile and kind words.

Jeanne Schmidt

February 28, 2009

Betty, Scott, Joe and family,
I ws so sory to hear of your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you at this time. May your memories bring you comfort.

Ken & Pat Hodge

February 19, 2009

Macri Family, Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.

Joseph Lappico

February 14, 2009

He always had a smile for everyone.
I know he will be missed my many.
Sorry to see him pass.

Barbara Clough

February 13, 2009

My sincerest condolences are with you during your time of bereavement. May you take comfort knowing that Joe is now resting peacefully. I will fondly remember the times we all shared together. Joe was loved by all and will be missed.

Dolores Barbuto DiGiovanni

February 12, 2009

I was so sorry to hear of your loss. The thoughts of many are with you at this time of sorrow.
Joe is with the Angels now.

Antonietta Barbato

February 12, 2009

To the Macri family....we are so saddened by your loss. Uncle Joe was a great person -- always so bubbly, cheerful and that smile!!!! He truly had a "heart of gold". We will never forget the wonderful memories we have of him at our family gatherings. We will truly miss him. With love, Luigi, Antonietta, Gianfranco & Tonia Barbato

Laura Papallo

February 12, 2009

very sorry for your loss. i have wonderful memories growing up with you. You will be missed..

The Papallo Family.
xoxo

Ben and Lydia Tiezzi

February 12, 2009

Memories of Joe and his lunch wagon along with his involvements with many Unison Club functions will long be remembered. To Betty and the entire Macri family we extend our deepest sympathies. God bless Joe, and may you forever rest in peace.

Cindy (Yesz) Hawley

February 12, 2009

Joe was one of the best teachers I had. A good egg sandwich..a sprinkle donut. Then Joe would read the newspaper to a four year old.I will miss him.

Anita Bennett Lacasse

February 11, 2009

"Mr.Joe" Would come in with the lunch wagon to my Dad's garage (Bennett's garage) When I was a little girl ~ I remember waiting for Mr. Joe to come ~ he almost always would have a meatball sandwich for me. Which were my favorite. To this day I have not had a meatball sandwich that could compare to Mr Joe's. I have all but wonderful memories.. Thank you "Mr. Joe" ~ I will never forget you !!! You touched my life.

Tony Paguni

February 11, 2009

My thoughts and prayers are with the Macri family at this difficuly time. Joe was a very special man and his friendship and warm genuine manner touched everyone he met. God bless you Joe.

Sandy Gattilia

February 11, 2009

Joe was a great friend. I will miss him. We had a lot of great times at work and lunch. We miss the picnics and egg sandwichs. By the way did DMV call yet???? I love you Joe!

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