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Joseph Bodinizzo Obituary

Joseph J Bodinizzo at 93

Worcester - Joseph J. Bodinizzo, 93, of Worcester died peacefully Saturday May 9, 2020 surrrounded by his family in the Lutheran Nursing Center. Joseph is survived by his loving wife of 67 years Gloria (Loconsolo) Bodinizzo, his sons Robert Bodinizzo and wife Teri Bodinizzo and Stephen Bodinizzo. Joe was the proud grandfather to granddaughters: Kelli Bodinizzo and Tiffany Bodinizzo , a grandson Brendon Bodinizzo and wife Rene Bodinizzo and a great granddaughter Zoe Bodinizzo. Joseph was predeceased by three brothers Peter, Michael and John Bodinizzo and three sisters Annette Pellegrino, Mary Tomasiello, and Frances Walkowiak. He is Survived by one sister Theresa Parretti and her husband Robert Parretti and a sister in law Theresa (Sasso) Bodinizzo and many nieces and nephews. Joseph was born in Worcester son of the late Pasquale and Nicoletta (Cappabianca) Bodinizzo and lived here all his life. He attended Commerce High School. Joseph served in the United States Army during WWll. Joseph worked as salesman for many years before he retired. Joseph was a life member of Saint Joan of Arc Church, and was a member of the Biscegliese Club where he would gather and play cards with friends. Joe had a love for golf and was a member at Green Hill Golf course for many years. He enjoyed traveling, going to the casino, working around his home and spending time with his family. He will be missed by his family and friends. Joseph's funeral will be held Saturday. May 16,at 10:00am in the funeral home. Because of the limitations to guests attending, his service will be live streamed on the funeral home web site.mercadantefuneral.com visit Josephs memorial and click live. Interment with Military Honors will be in St. Johns Cemetery. Josephs family would like to thank the entire staff at the Lutheran Home for their kindness and compassion shown to Joe and his family. To leave a message of condolence or share a special memory of Joseph please visit his memorial site at mercadantefuneral.com In lieu of flowers contributions may be made to the United States Dept. of Veteran Affairs @ volunteer.va.gov The MERCADANTE FUNERAL HOME & CHAPEL 370 Plantation St.is assisting the family.

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Published by Worcester Telegram & Gazette from May 12 to May 13, 2020.

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Joe Dipilato

May 23, 2020

sorry for your loss joe and libro dipilato

Lea TISCIONE Morin

May 17, 2020

Gloria and family I am so sorry to hear of Joes passing. Prayers to you all! Your still one of the prettiest lady I know

Liz (Biddy) Mooney LaFontaine

May 16, 2020

My thoughts and prayers are with you all. He was a great neighbor and golfer . L

Whitney Poulin

May 15, 2020

Sending love and prayers to Joe's family and friends. I am so very sorry for your loss. It was an honor and privilege to know him.

Anthony DiPilato

May 14, 2020

To Steve and family,very sorry for your loss.

robert loconsolo

May 14, 2020

To aunt Gloria , Steve and Bob, So sorry to hear about uncle Joe. You are in my thoughts and prayers. We had lots of good memories during the holiday visits.

Suzy Hynes Gentile

May 13, 2020

I saw his name and thought , I remember your dad and Gloria so well . That's wonderful they had all these years together

J Gulcius

May 13, 2020

Sorry for your loss, keeping you in our prayers.

Dick Mooney

May 13, 2020

My condolences to the family. May he rest in peace.

John Silk

May 13, 2020

To the Bodinizzo family, so sorry for your loss. I always remember Joe B. as a nice, quiet guy and a great neighbor.

Martha Mooney

May 13, 2020

In loving memory of a wonderful person. My thoughts and prayers are with you at their time.

Terry Parretti

May 12, 2020

To Aunt Gloria and all the Family, we are so sorry to hear of Uncle Joe's passing! May God Bless him, and wrap you all in His comfort and Peace! Uncle Joe will be remembered as a strong man, with a genuine and loving smile!
Love, Fran, Terry, Julie and Dominc

Mary (Bodinizzo) & Millard Hicks

May 12, 2020

Sending our condolences to Aunty Gloria and the whole family. We have been thinking of all of you and so sorry to hear about Uncle Joe. Praying for all you. God bless. ❤

Michelle Hinson

May 12, 2020

sorry for ur loss cousin! Keep ur head up! Love u!

Julia Arraj

May 12, 2020

My condolences Tiffany any family may he Rest In Peace❤

Cathy Simone

May 12, 2020

To Gloria and her family sorry for your loss Joe was a great guy and friend May he Rest In Peace. Babe Simone and Family

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