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Joseph Vella Obituary
A native of Mgarr, Malta, age 85 years.
Served in the U.S. Air Force during the Korean Conflict; a proud member of the Maltese Club in SSF; SIRS; and a hardwood floor layer for over 40 years.
Family and friends may visit on Wednesday, October 29, 2014 after 6:00 PM at Saint Robert's Catholic Church, Oak Avenue and Crystal Springs Road in San Bruno, with a Vigil Service beginning at 7:00 PM. A Funeral Mass will be celebrated on Thursday, October 30, 2014 at 10:30 AM also at Saint Robert's Catholic Church followed by committal at Holy Cross Catholic Cemetery in Colma.
His family appreciates donations to Saint Jude's Children's Hospital at www.stjude.org.
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Memories and Condolences
for Joseph Vella
Bill Hyatt
October 21, 2024
Good morning Joe, miss you "Pop"
Bill Hyatt
October 21, 2023
Miss you Joe!!!
Joe and Sue Schembri
November 14, 2014
Mary and Family, We are so sorry for your loss. Joe was a very kind and generous man and the best hardwood floor guy ever!
Rick Solis
November 5, 2014
My condolences to Joe's Family and Friends. My name is Rick Solis and am a Hardwood Floor Layer by trade. I met Joe at a Union meeting about 10 or so years ago and was immediately in awe of the respect that automatically swept his way from all who new him. I was introduced to him and started to put together in my mind all of the stories I've heard over the years about this absolute craftsman of our trade, and thought to myself, "this is the guy!" Over the years I would see him at meetings and our golf tournaments and had the pleasure of playing with him once. I felt we shared this mutual respect and understanding that we recognized without words being said. I always was so flattered that he always remembered my name and gave me a firm handshake and a hug every time I'd see him. I felt so terrible when first I heard of his passing, and felt worse with every day that passed that I wasn't in time for the service. This world has lost a truly genuine and good soul, but his memory will live with me always. I consider one of the greatest compliments ever given to me in my life is a story that my ex-boss at Stuart Floor Company told me. Back in 1996, when I was still an Apprentice Floor Layer, he asked one of the more established Journeyman on the crew, "How is Rick doing?" His response was, "you better keep that kid, he's the next Joe Vella". That is an absolutely true story. Rest in Peace Joe!
Steve & Amanda Muscat
November 1, 2014
Our deepest sympathy and condolences goes out to the Vella family. He was a great man always happy to see him with that smile of his. He will be missed, sorry for your loss. God bless
Paige Dickson
October 30, 2014
Love you Uncle Joe, you touched the lives of many.
John Muscat
October 30, 2014
To Mary and the Vella Family,
I'm so sorry for your loss. I loved Joe and he was one of my favorite ppl. God bless him and your family.
Marie Muscat
October 30, 2014
To Mary and family,
Joe was such a great guy, always loved his smile. He reminded me so much of my Nanu. I know they are all up there having a great time together.
October 28, 2014
To the Vella Family,
For 26 years we watch Joe work so hard in front of his house. Such a sweet and strong man. We will miss seeing your presence.
Our prayers to the family.
Maryann and Jon Bologna
Bill & Ginger Hyatt
October 28, 2014
We only knew you for 12 years "Pop" but grew to love you and "Mom" like our very own; thank you for taking care of brother Dan and raising such a wonderful family. We will miss you very much.
Jason Ellefson Shawna swanson
October 28, 2014
RIP to an amazing man . You will be greatly missed .
Mary Rummelhart
October 28, 2014
Uncle Joe was the most compassionate, kind, and loving person we knew. He was an inspiration to everyone; he lived and loved life to the fullest every day of his life. Uncle Joe, Aunt Mary and their entire family have always been special to us. We will always miss his warmth and smile; we were fortunate to have him in our lives for so long. With our love, Mary and Rick
Mr.& Mrs. JOSEPH & DORIS & FAMILY MUSCAT
October 28, 2014
To The Family,
May Your Hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived, A Wonderful & Special Man, that We all Loved very Much & Will Miss Very Very Much.
May God Bless & Give the Family Peace Always.
EMMANUEL CARMEN MICALLEF
October 28, 2014
WE ARE RTULY GOING TO MISS HIM.HE WAS A VERY NICE,AND GENTLE MAN .LOVED BY EVERBODY THAT KNEW HIM R.I.P. JOE
Josephine & Gullio Muscat
October 28, 2014
Our heart's are heavy as we say good by to our Brother-in law. You taught all of us the meaning of Loyalty and dedication to our family. You were the Rock of all our family's. You always had that Big smile on your face, and always helping other in anyway you can.
It's so hard to forget someone who gave you so much to remember. Well never for get you and keep you close to our heart's.
Stephen Vella
October 27, 2014
Steve Vella and family, so sorry to hear of your father's passing. May the many memories of you have give you comfort during this difficult time.
Steve Vella, Santa Rosa
Charles ,Carmon Scerri & Family
October 27, 2014
To The Vella Family, with our deepest sympathy on the loss of one so dear . Joe was such a wonderful man . Our prayers are with him and the family. We were lucky to of known him. God give you all the strength to get through this difficult time .
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