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Joseph Taccetta Obituary

Name: Visitation for Joseph Taccetta
Start: 2018-12-26T19:00:00.000Z
End: 2018-12-26T21:00:00.000Z
Location: Harmon Funeral Home

Joseph Taccetta, 57
Loving husband, father, grandfather, uncle, and friend
Joseph Taccetta passed away Dec. 21, 2018. Mere words would never do him justice.
Visitation is Wednesday from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. at Harmon Funeral Home. Mass is 11 a.m. Thursday at Blessed Sacrament Church.
Joseph is survived by his wife of 32 years, Jessica Taccetta; daughter, Sierra Taccetta; son, Joseph Taccetta; granddaughter, Aria Fairechio; beloved mother, Lucille Taccetta; sister, Gina Bocchino; brother-in-law, Robert Bocchino; his brothers, Tom Taccetta, Anthony Taccetta, Michael Taccetta, Mark Taccetta, and Louis Taccetta. He also had 10 nephews, seven nieces, and three sisters-in law, whom he loved very much.
Joseph graduated from Susan Wagner High School and worked for the DOT for almost 25 years. He loved his family, his friends and his country with all his heart and will be missed more than words can say.

Harmon Funeral Home
571 Forest Ave.
Staten Island, N.Y. 10310
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Published by Staten Island Advance on Dec. 24, 2018.

Memories and Condolences
for Joseph Taccetta

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25 Entries

Kristie Plyer

December 25, 2019

I have the best memories of Joe, and this Christmas Steve and I share the happiness that he brought to us. We put up our tree and lights, thinking of him, and missing him the whole time. Today we reminisce about how much he meant to us and how he touched our lives. So many fun stories that we are recalling today, we know that he is always with all of us. Our love to Jess, Sierra, Joey, and the Taccetta family. With much love, the Plyer family.

Steve Plyer

December 25, 2019

My brother Joe, thank you for making me a better person, you were always there for us . Every day I think of you and remember all the fun we had. I miss you . Love always Steve.

December 30, 2018

A quick story, my brother Steve and I were putting up our Christmas tree, one of those pre-lit tree's. He got it up and plugged it in and 2 strands of lights at the very bottom were all that lit up. We looked at each-other and said uh-oh, this isn't good, Steve said we better call Joe. In no time Joe was here assessing the situation and determined most of the pre-lit lights were burned out. He suggested we take the pre-lit lights and strands off. So here we are the 3 of us, working our way around the tree with scissors, knives, you name it. The long and short of it is that we got most of them off after realizing that they really attach those strings securely. A 2 hour job lasted over 5 hours, but in the end we had a lit tree. This is who Joe was, he would help in an instant, he was there any and every time. I will miss him so much as I know we all will. To Jess, Sierra, Joey and the Taccetta family, from the Plyer family to yours, he will be so very missed because he was so very loved.

Anthony Taccetta

December 30, 2018

My brother Joe was truly my best friend. Words are impossible to describe our relationship. Celebrating our birthday at McSorleys will never be the same. He was my right hand man and always had my back. I was wrong most of time but Joe still stood his ground with me. Two words best describe my brother Joe. Fiercely loyal. He was fiercely loyal to his love-Jessica, fiercely loyal to his family, fiercely loyal to his circle of friends, even fiercely loyal to his enemies. You knew where you stood with my brother Joe. As much as my heart aches I feel great pride thinking about how at his Mass Blessed Sacrament Church was filled and at how many people paid their respects. Thank all of you for being there for Joe and his family. It meant a great deal. It proudly represented my brother's legacy. I want especially say that I was blown away at how many friends and colleagues of Joe's from the DOT came to the Wake and Mass. They did not know the Taccetta family; they knew my brother Joe.... so so many people loved my brother Joe. RIP brother See you on the other side... Joe forever 1976 Florida campgrounds..Pink Floyd Shine on You Crazy Diamond Parts 6-9 thank you again to everyone reaching out and representing Joe's legacy.
I love you bro....THANK YOU for everything we shared.

Carmen Queyquep

December 26, 2018

Rest in peace my friend. May the Angel guide you into the gates of heaven.
You will surely be missed.
We love you.

Anna and Glenn Rufalo

December 26, 2018

To the Taccetta Family and Friends,

We were fortunate to have met Joey and Jess years ago through friends of ours. We will forever remember Joey as a stand up man, devoted husband, loyal and kind friend - everything he did was with a smile. He was taken too soon and will be dearly missed by many. God has a sweet and amazing angel watching over family and friends.

Christine Murphy

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a loved one

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Stu Seidman

December 26, 2018

My thoughts and prayers are with the whole Tacetta family.

Nancy Engel

December 25, 2018

The members of the Susan Wagner Class of 1979 extend our deepest sympathy and heartfelt condolences to Joseph's family and friends at this difficult time.

Donna Overton schwabacher

December 25, 2018

Grief can be so hard, but our special memories help us cope. Remembering you and your loved one today and always.

a loved one

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Mark Kaplan

December 25, 2018

I met Joe on the Staten Island Ferry, along with Anthony, Sal, and that whole crew when I was 14. We spent the next four years traveling together. I can never see the Ferry without thoughts of those days, and I never will. Joe became such a good friend that I did not even mind him dating my sister. Although those first years were rough for Joe with the rest of my family, I always knew him for a stand up guy, and I always knew how much he loved you, Jess. I remember checking out women with Anthony and Sal, and Joe's refusal to even acknowledge that a girl was hot. "She's not Jessica," is all he ever said. This was not just with me. Anthony told me even if I was not around this is all he said.

I am glad he married the girl of his dreams, and raised the family he always wanted. I am glad he was able to be a grandfather. He was a family man in the truest and best sense of the word.

I took it for granted that Joe would always be there for you guys, and continue to be shocked and devastated by his sudden passing. I will miss you, Joe, and I will pour you the first sip of my beer for many years to come.

There are no words for our loss.

Please know that all of us in California are with you in our hearts on this sad day.

Mark, with Jill, Remedy, and Solace

Jennifer Maroni

December 25, 2018

I am so sorry for your loss. I wish there was something I could do or say.

Valerie and Paulie McQuade

December 25, 2018

We loved Joe so much and were devastated to hear the news. He always offered to help and was always fixing things around our house. A terrific cook who always offered us food when he was grilling in the backyard. He was so happy to be a Grandfather and showed us pictures anytime we saw him. Our conversations and laughs will never be forgotten. He will be deeply missed by us and our condolences go out to the family during this heartbreaking time.

- McQuade Family.

Lisa Pierce-Wirth

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Angela Toro

December 24, 2018

We are so sorry for your loss.. Sending our sincerest condolences.. Please if you need anything we are here for you..

Lisa Pierce-Wirth

December 24, 2018

Joe and I never talked that much, but I knew so much about him from Jess and Rhoda. When I was with him he was always sweet, with a little smile, and quick to volunteer, if we needed anything from the the store. This I learned from all of the stories I have heard over the years...He loved his family deeply, and he was always fixing things and helping out in both his immediate family and his extended family. I also heard that he was quite the cook. He was never one to sit still. At his job, I heard the he worked so hard he sometimes had backaches. His early death is an unbelievable and tragic loss for his family. His spirit is so special and part of all his family members and those who were lucky enough to have known him. My love goes to his family... I'm so glad he was part of their lives...Love, Lisa, Nick, Aleksey, and Peter

Sean Williams

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December 24, 2018

So sorry for your loss. We will keep your family in our prayers. Thinking of all of you. The DiBona Family

michael curtin

December 24, 2018

Joe will be missed. May he rest in peace. My prayers to all the Taccetta's.

Michael Curtin(Staten Island, NY)

Jessica Bricks

December 24, 2018

I am so sad to hear of your loss, particularly this time of year. My thoughts and prayers are with your whole family.

Carissa April & family

December 24, 2018

Mere words, indeed. I am so sorry for your loss, your loving family is in our hearts and minds. A priceless neighbor & ever-reliable friend, Joe leaves a bright and shining memory of smiles & can-do spirit for all of us. Sending all our love & condolences.

Terri Vanderbilt

December 24, 2018

Dear Jess, Sierra and Joey, I am so deeply saddened to hear of your tragic loss. Joe will always be remembered as such a wonderful neighbor and friend. All of you are in my thoughts and prayers, now and in the days ahead. Love, Terri

December 24, 2018

I'm so sorry for your loss. As you remember your love one, may your treasured memories and Almighty God bring peace and comfort to your broken hearts. (Psalm 147:3)

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