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1943
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Joe Caputo Obituary
1943 - 2022
Joe E. Caputo passed away peacefully, surrounded by loved ones after a long life well lived. Joe bravely fought Alzheimer's for the last four years.
Joe was born in Salt Lake City to Eugene Antonio and Jean Caputo. At an early age Joe found a love for sports and his childhood is filled with memories of summers playing baseball at municipal parks. Joe became the patriarch of his family at a young age when his father died unexpectedly in 1958. Growing up Joe, along with his family, spent a lot of time in Helper, Utah with his maternal grandparents. Joe loved to tell the stories of making wine by stomping on grapes with his siblings in the cellar of their house. Some of Joe's fondest memories growing up were working alongside his Nuna, Rose Lepore (whom he had a special love for), and at Liberty Park operating the amusement rides and working the concessions. Joe attended South and West High schools and excelled in multiple sports including baseball, basketball, football and track. Shortly after high school Joe bravely enlisted in the U.S. Marine Corps. He honorably served his country for four years. Besides fighting in Vietnam, Joe also boxed and was the Marine Corps light heavyweight boxing champion. "I'll hit you with so many lefts, you'll beg for my right" was one of Joe's favorite quotes. Upon Joe's return from Vietnam, he married Anna Marie Mascarenas in 1967 (later divorced). Joe and Anna had two children, Michael Ross and Kimberly Marie. Joe was a proud father but an even more proud grandfather. Nothing gave Joe more happiness and joy in life than his seven grandchildren and seven great grandchildren. He loved spending time with all his family and shared his love of all things Utah Utes with them.
Joe was preceded in death by his parents, sister Bonnie Lucero, brother Danny, brother-in-law Jack Cornish and by three of his great grandchildren; Christopher, Allyson and Landon Caputo.
Joe will be greatly missed by countless friends and family members. He is survived by his son Michael (Jodie), daughter Kim (Kurt) Schneider, seven grandchildren, four great grandchildren, sisters Toni (Phil) Maez, Joan Cornish, brother-in-law Victor Lucero and sister-in-law Gwyn Caputo; as well as many nieces and nephews.
A viewing will be held, Sunday March 6, 2022, from 6:00 to 8:00 pm, at Larkin Mortuary, 260 East South Temple. The Funeral Mass will be celebrated Monday March 7, 2022, at 11:00 am, at St. Patrick's Catholic Church, 1058 West 400 South. The burial with committal will take place on Tuesday March 8, 2022, at 1:00 pm at Mt. Calvary Catholic Cemetery, 4th Avenue and T Street.
A heartfelt thanks to Superior Hospice (John Carlo and Renee) for their care the last couple of years. A great love and appreciation to his sister, Joan Cornish and granddaughter Ashley Caputo for the love and care they provided to him.
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TC
December 12, 2023
Joe was definitely the best! A man´s man! Loved sharing sandwiches at the Ute football games.
Jed L Stone,
March 15, 2022
So sorry to read of Joe's passing, he was fun to go hunting with back in the late 60's.
Greg Albertini
March 13, 2022
I met Joe through Dallas Farrimond years ago so sorry to hear of his passing. Rest in Peace Joe.
Vic Lucero
March 11, 2022
Thanks to all the Family and Friends who showed their respects to Joe. Joe, I will see you down the road. God Bless you and your family. Simper Fi
Patsy Savas
March 10, 2022
As the past few days have gone buy Jim and I have done nothing but talk about the life full of fun all the friends had together! Everybody has crossed over to Paridise,and how very final death is for all left behind. We have so many funny stories OMG we coild write a best seller... Its so good to have Memories as we age it keeps us happy. Oh Bye Bye For now Festus Miss' Kitty will charish her name you gave her..KISSES AND BIG HUGS to all
Gordon Shepherd
March 9, 2022
I attended school with Joe at Lincoln Junior and South High Schools where he starred in football, baseball, basketball, and track. Before he transferred to West High, Joe was chosen by the South High coaching staff as the outstanding athlete of the sophomore class. Joe had a reputation for being tough, but he was always friendly and cordial to me. It´s clear from the many tributes given to him that he was an important person in the lives of surviving family members and among his many adult friends. I am especially glad to learn of how good he was with kids later in his life and how caring he was with his grandchildren. The warm capacity to enjoy children and win their genuine affection tells us a lot about a man´s character. Rest in peace, Joe. I regret not getting to know you better when we were younger and especially later in life. My loss.
a Grateful Citizen
March 9, 2022
Thank You for your Service,Sir.
Spongie
March 7, 2022
It was always good to see you wether at the races or having a beer.
I will miss you along with Danny.
Rest in peace my friend.
Lori Yunk
March 7, 2022
Sending so much love and support to you all.
Joe loves my little 2 year old son, Cedar. He was always trying to pretend throw a ball to him, or tease him, or make him giggle (which he could do pretty much on the spot any ole time). Cedar has a ball cap Joe brought him. He had no trouble at all one day giving it to Cedar, and I later found out it was a pretty special and valuable hat to Joe. I'm pretty sure I brought it back later that week, and Joe and Joan replaced it with a cute little red cap in toddler size promptly in reply. What great friends and neighbors Joe and Joan have been to us. We are lucky to have had his light be a part of our light these last many months. It has been a joy to be around him. So much love to his family in these hard days, months and years to follow. This is surely a loss so great.
Bob Lund
March 6, 2022
The world needs more Joes! He was a great guy and a pleasure to be around. My sympathies to his family.
Joyce and Dean Meyers
March 6, 2022
Dear loved Caputo Family,
So thankful for being able to have spent a little time with my cousin's Joey and Joan. I saw the love between brother and sister , watched Joan take her brother to stores, let him shop for what he wanted. Joan you are and will always be is Angel on earth. We love you and all so very much. Till we meet again Joe...
Dudley Stevenson
March 6, 2022
We go back a lot of years and a lot of laugh's. I have a picture of Joe & Reggie from a Utah Football game all of us went to from The Sabre Club. Joe was a great friend and he will never be forgotton...Dudley
Thomas Royal Cordova
March 5, 2022
Our thoughts and prayers are with your family. We had great times growing up. Thank you for your military service. Rest in peace Joe. Your cousin, Royal
Levi and Pat Carrillo
March 5, 2022
Sending our heartfelt condolences to all of the Caputo family. May all of your memories with Joe, bring peace to your hearts and smiles through your tears. May He Rest In Peace.
MIKE SIMMONS
March 5, 2022
In loving memory of a wonderful person. We will love you and miss you always.
Jim and Barbara Pierce Family
March 5, 2022
Joan, I don't know what to say, however sitting back on the sidelines I observe you as one of the most caring people to have ever walked the face of this planet! We never got over to your home to visit with Joe, however we love him, and he will be in our hearts forever.
Lynn Bunnell
March 5, 2022
Go with God old friend.
The Dickson Family
March 5, 2022
Our family send our deepest condolences to the Caputo Family. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all. Rest In Peace Uncle Joe.
Janet Neitzel
March 5, 2022
My condolences to his family. I have many great memories with him. Joe was the life of the party in Wendover at our pool tournaments.
RIP Joe, you will be missed.
He was always a light
Lori Yunk
March 5, 2022
It's really fun to read these comments. Obvious that Joe made an impression everywhere he went, especially with kids. Mine included. Cedar has asked for Joe a couple of times since his passing and it's hard to try to explain to him why we can't run over and see Aunt Joan and Joe right now. I will also miss Joe. He sure touched a tender part of my heart right from hello. He had a special light. I won't forget him. Very grateful I still have my Joan.
Dax, Jamie, Alex & Zac Mascarenas
March 4, 2022
Our family would like to send our love and prayers for the Caputo family. I can still remember when I was 4 years old walking up to him saying "HEY JOE!" He will always be a friend and uncle. God bless you Joe!
Ed and Nancy Mulder
March 4, 2022
Mike, Jodi, and family of Joe, we send our condolences with love and prayers for comfort and peace. Joe was a wonderful man. May God Bless you all.
Jim ,Patsy Gena and Mathew( Ms.Kitty)
March 4, 2022
Our sweet brother Joe, We will miss you Until we meet again. WE HAD SO MANY YEARS OF LAUGHTER TEARS AND LOVE. To all of the Family you know we love you so much and we are so sorry for your loss. MAY HIS MEMORY BE ETERNAL
TC
March 4, 2022
What great sandwiches Joe would bring to the Utah football game´s! RIP Mr. Joe.
Joe Collins
March 4, 2022
So sad to hear this, loved Joe so many happy memories of tending bar together at Fat Jacks and many soft ball games. Condolences to his many family members
Tony Falcone
March 4, 2022
Very sorry to hear of Joe's passing I didn't know him well but talked to him at our favorite sports Lumpy's over the years.
I to am a south high alum and Vietnam Veteran thanks Joe for your service and condolences for your family Godspeed Rest in peace.
Lawrence and Joyce Gutierrez
March 4, 2022
Prayers to you and your family. It´s so hard to lose a loved one let alone a parent. We love you RIP Joe
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