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Joseph Forte Obituary
Elmira: Age 88, passed away Wednesday, March 23, 2016 at the Chemung County Nursing Facility. Joe was born in Elmira a son of Virginia (Solometo) and Dominck Forte. He is predeceased by his grandchildren, Aaron and Vincent Henry, and brother-in-law Carmen Esposito. Joe is survived by his loving wife of 63 years Therese Esposito Forte; children, and their families, Michael J. and Diane Forte of Orland FL with children, Dominic Forte, Margaret (Joseph) San Felippo, Jennifer (Don) Miller and Ian Adamich; Maureen A. Forte of Elmira; J. Paul and Monica Forte of Elmira Heights, with children, J. Paulie, Maria and Anthony Forte; Anthony G. and Kim Forte of Sterling VA; Jacqueline F. and Paul Henry of Leesburg VA, with daughter Trish Harrington; brother and sisters-in-law, Robert A. and Libby Forte of Elmira, Therese Esposito of Webster NY; along with several nieces, nephews and cousins. Joe was a U S Navy veteran serving his country during WWII and the Korean War. A retired Corrections Officer worked for many years at the Elmira Correctional Facility. After his retirement he went to work for BOCES delivering mail, working until the age of 80. Joe was one of the original volunteers of the Elmira soup kitchen, now the Elmira Community Kitchen. A devout Catholic, Joe was a long time communicant of St. Anthony's Church where he served as a Eucharistic Minister. He attended daily Mass at St. Casimir's Church and was very involved with the Adoration Chapel at the church. Joe was also a member of the 3rd Order of St. Francis. He was an avid woodworker, furniture maker and enjoyed gardening. A Mass of Christian Burial will be held Saturday, May 7, 2016, 11:00 a.m., St. Casimir's Church. Military Honors will be accorded outside of the church at the conclusion of the Mass. Private interment will take place at St. Peter & Paul's Cemetery. Those wishing may remember Joe with a donation to either, the Elmira Community Kitchen, 215 E. Church Street, Elmira NY 14901 or the SPCA, Route 352, Elmira NY 14903. Joe's family extends their sincere thanks to Dr. Corbalan and the 6th floor staff at the nursing facility for the wonderful care Joe received.
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Helen Steiner
May 18, 2016
To Teresa & Mo,
So sorry for your loss. No more suffering.
Maybe Mom & Joe will be neighbors once again. Hopeing time will help to heal.
Paul Titus
May 9, 2016
Forte family: RIP, Joe. In my thoughts and prayers.
Kathleen and Patrick Shappee
April 30, 2016
My condolences to the entire family. My father worked with Mr. Forte and admired him. I lost my father as well in 2015. Jackie, I express deepest sympathy and know what you are going through. God bless your mom and your entire family. You are in my prayers. Your friend always, Kathy Sullivan Shappee and Pat Shappee
Maureen Forte
April 23, 2016
Missing you so much!!! RIP in Jesus arms!!! I love you so!!!
Anthony Forte
April 21, 2016
I love and miss you DAD.
Mary Manoogian
April 18, 2016
To the Forte family,
I am so sorry to hear of your loss. Joe was a neighbor of our family for years. My thoughts and prayers are with you at this time.
God Bless
Mary Lisi Manoogian
Rick Reagan
April 15, 2016
My sincere condolences to the Forte family. Joe was a great guy to know. RIP Joe.
Rachel & Jim Perry
April 12, 2016
Forte family~
We are so sorry to hear of Joe's passing. He was such a kind neighbor and we always enjoyed seeing him in his garden. We will be praying for you during this difficult time.
The Perry family
Avery Mason
April 9, 2016
Theresa & Family-
My sincerest sympathies to you all for the loss of your beloved Joseph. He is now where he is known best, with our Heavenly Father, Lord and Savior Jesus Christ. Can't be in better hands than that. He will calm and rest your hearts as well.
Marilyn Mullaney
April 6, 2016
I am so sorry for your loss. You were a faithful wife and friend to many at CCNF. Now it's time to concentrate on you and your health.
Carmela/Dennis (D'Ambrosio) Whitford
April 5, 2016
Therese, We are sorry to read of Joe's passing. We send our most sincere condolences to you and your family.
dolores phillips
April 4, 2016
I Am so very sorry for your loss:(
Bill Conz
April 2, 2016
My condolences to the entire Forte family. Sorry to hear of Joe's passing. I've known him since I was a kid and also worked with him at ECF. May God bless Joe and your entire family.
Thomas Tangorre
April 1, 2016
Joe was a great guy and a great teacher to so many. He will be missed.
Martha Williams
April 1, 2016
Maureen: I was so sorry to hear about the death of your father. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
Paul Sofia
April 1, 2016
Jackie and family, I am so sorry for your loss. May you find comfort and strength through this most difficult time. God bless.
Dick Hewitt
March 30, 2016
The Forte Family, I worked with Joe for many years on the HILL. He was a great guy to work with and call a friend. God bless you all.
Norman Boundy
March 30, 2016
Rest in peace. A brother in arms, friend and co-worker. My sympathy to the family.
Norman Boundy
Pine City, New York
Jackie Henry
March 29, 2016
Love & Missing you Dad!
John Fessler
March 29, 2016
I worked with Joe on the hill for many years, he was a super guy, (a giver not a taker) May God bless you and your family in this time of sorry.
Mills family
March 29, 2016
May our Heavenly Father who sees your pain of hearts tears flow give you needed strength to endure during this most difficult time. Psalms 22;19.
Floyd Bennett
March 29, 2016
To the Forte Family, I had the opportunity of working with Joe. He was a kind and decent man. He will surely be missed. Rest-In-Peace Joe. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Pam & Bill Caroscio
March 28, 2016
Dear Therese & Family,
So sorry for your loss. Joe has now received his just reward for a life well lived. May you all be sustained at this time by the memories of all the good times. We now have another Saint to pray to.
ROSEMARY CLIST
March 28, 2016
My father, Nick and he did a lot of volunteer work together and as a parishioner of St Anthony's a long ago I always thought of him as a very good kind man.
Pete Mastrantonio Sr
March 27, 2016
Worked with Joe at "The Hill" What a nice man. Had a lot of laughs together on the 3-11 shift.R.I.P. Joe .Prayers to you and your family..
Tom Canali
March 27, 2016
So sorry to hear of Joe's passing. He was not only a customer in my barber shop and a fellow employee on the 'Hill" but a great guy and a good
friend. We will miss you.
Max Palmer
March 27, 2016
Joe was one of the really good guys to work with on the "hill". We have lost another really good man. My condolences to the Forte family. RIP Joe.
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