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Joseph Avansino Obituary
July 15, 1961 - Feb. 4, 2017
Joseph (Joe AG) Alton Avansino of Linden, CA died suddenly in Stockton, February 4, 2017. Born in Stockton, CA July 15, 1961 to Patricia and James Avansino, Sr. Grandson of the late Ethel and John Avansino, and Ann and Merle Mayberry. Preceded in death by his father James Avansino, Sr. Joe attended Linden schools, was active in 4-H and FFA. After school he went to work on the family farm with his dad and uncle. He also served as a field man for Morada Produce and you could always find him in the cherries come April and May. For twenty five years Joe volunteered with the Linden Peters Fire Department. His love of life and passion led him to be an avid outdoorsman, hunter and fisherman. He was also a devoted bocci player, "he beat all you guys!" Being a dedicated father and community member, Joe was often found behind an apron cooking for youth sports programs and local events. Joe was an active member of numerous clubs and organizations including the Linden Athletic Boosters, Waterloo Athletic Club (past president), Italian Gardeners Society and the Waterloo Gun and Bocci. Survived by his wife Leslie Avansino, his sons Andrew and Paul Avansino, mother and stepfather Patricia and Fred Podesta, brothers James (Ann) Avansino, Jr., Fredrick (Beth) Podesta, Victor (Monica) Podesta, sister Tara (Scott) Bryant, uncle Raymond (Marilyn) Avansino, Sr., mother and father-in-law Diane and Don Driever, brother-in-law Eric (Paula) Driever and numerous nieces, nephews and cousins. There will be Visitation at Casa Bonita Funeral Home, 2500 Cemetery Lane, Stockton, CA on Thursday, February 9th from 4:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at Holy Cross Catholic Church, 18633 E. Front St., Linden, CA on Friday, February 10, 2017 at 10:00 a.m. Committal will be private at San Joaquin Catholic Mausoleum. In Lieu of Flowers, contributions may be made to the "Avansino Children Education Fund" at any Farmers & Merchants bank or the charity of your choice.
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for Joseph Avansino
Steve Artesi
February 11, 2017
Sorry for you're loss wish I could of made it me Evan and Matt our prayers are with u and Joeys family
Olga Eckenbach
February 9, 2017
Dear Family A loved one lost can grieve the heart but take comfort in knowing that the true God is capable of restoring life to someone who has died-psalm 36:9-
Anna Solari
February 9, 2017
Leslie, our prayers are with you and your beautiful sons.
February 9, 2017
Dear Linda and family: our hearts go out to you and your boys. He was a kind and loving person he will be missed. We will keep your family in our thoughts and prays. love Jeff and Rosie Solari
Angela Russell and Family
February 9, 2017
Dear Leslie-
Words cannot express the depth of our sorrow at your loss. Joe was the sweetest bear of a man I ever met, and his loss will be felt always. Know you and the boys are loved, and we are all here for you.
Tommy Busalacchi
February 8, 2017
Words cannot describe our collective loss and feelings of mourning; may God grace Joe eternal salvation and help us always remember him for the exemplary father, husband, and friend he was to so many.
Debbie Fetters
February 8, 2017
Leslie,
Hugs and prayers for you and your boys.
Judy Del Nero
February 8, 2017
Devastated to hear of your loss.Our daughters went to school with Joe and we have many fond memories of all of them growing up in Linden.My husband loved tallking to Joe in these later years. Keeping you all in our thoughts. The Buck Del Nero family
Brian & Linda Avansino
February 8, 2017
Dear Leslie, our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during this difficult time. May God grant you peace and understanding to help guide you and your family going forward.
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