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Joseph Perrone Obituary
Worcester - Joseph R. "Joe" Perrone 87, was stricken at his home and passed away peacefully at UMass Hospital Worcester on Tuesday February 16, 2021. Born in Worcester on March 6, 1933, Joe was the last of eight children born to Antonio and Bomina (Genese) Perrone.
Joe leaves behind his beloved wife of 60 years Delores "June" (Pane) Perrone and their two daughters Tina (Perrone) Duxbury and her husband Clifford "Craig" Duxbury of Worcester and Theresa (Perrone) Holland and her husband John Holland who passed away in 2013 also of Worcester. He leaves 2 grandchildren Christina Castell of Hyannis Ma, and Matthew Duxbury of Groton Ma. Joe also leaves behind a sister Stellina Cicero and two sisters in-laws Anna Perrone and Patricia Sills and many nieces and nephews, extended family and friends.
Joe was predeceased in death by his parents, sisters Rose Perrone, Louisa Marchese, Loretta Ferro, and Rose Finne, and by his brothers Samuel Perrone and Vincent Perrone.
Joe, a lifelong resident of the city, was a graduate of Commerce High School. He joined the Army after high school and was stationed in Germany, from 1953 to 1955 where he was a linesman, proudly serving his country for two years. Upon leaving the service, Joe worked at Boston Beef and then spent the next 30 years with the City of Worcester in the DPW before retiring.
Joe was a member of Our Lady of Lourdes Church Worcester and a proud member of the Pope John XX111 Knights of Columbus where he served as House Manager, serving as bar tender and catering their many occasions.
Joe had a great zest for life, he enjoyed traveling with his wife and friends and spending time with his family. Joe also enjoyed spending time at his home on Cape Cod where he spent many summers. He was an avid sports fan, loved the Red Sox, Patriots and Celtics. Joe touched many lives and will be remembered and missed greatly by family and friends.
A celebration of Joe's life will be held on Thursday February 25, 2021. Calling hours will be from 9:00 – 10:00AM at MERCADANTE FUNERAL HOME AND CHAPEL 370 Plantation St. Worcester, Ma 10605 followed by a funeral Mass at 11AM at Our Lady of Lourdes Church 1290 Grafton St. Worcester, Ma 01604. Burial with military honors will follow at Notre Dame Cemetery Worcester.
For everyone's protection, COVID precautions will be strictly observed at the funeral home, at church and at the cemetery including no physical contact, social distancing, and face masks.
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Ken Finne
February 28, 2021
Dear Auntie June and cousins Tina & Teresa, We are so sorry to hear of Uncle Joey's passing. Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you. Ken & Sherry Finne and Family
February 27, 2021
Joseph Perrone family: So sorry for your loss. I worked with Joe at the DPW and a good friend of mine. I wish you all good health. God bless. Stephen W. Prevoski
JAMES PERRONE
February 25, 2021
We are saddened to learn of Cousin Joey's passing. Many fond memories. Take comfort in the wonderful memories. Karen & Jim Perrone (Al & Cam Perrone family)
everyne M
February 25, 2021
My sincere condolences to you Tina, Trizah and the entire family. May Joe soul REST IN PERFECT PEACE.
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Diane Gallo Labak
February 24, 2021
I am so sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
Anthony Ferro
February 24, 2021
Dear Auntie June, Tina and Theresa, I am so sad to hear of Uncle Joey's passing, my thoughts and prayers are with you all at this sad time.
Although I am far away and unable to be there with you, I am there in spirit and so thankful that I am a part of of this amazing and loving family.
Anthony Perrone
February 24, 2021
To my dear Aunt June and cousins, uncle Joey will be sadly missed by many, although I am a world away my love and spirit are still with you during this time. God bless. Anthony Paul. Bye Uncle Joe
Maryann and Wayne Schelin
February 24, 2021
Dear June and family
With deepest sympathy and love May you take comfort in your memories He was such a great guy !
Joanne OConnor
February 23, 2021
June and family,
So sorry for your loss. Joe was a good friend of my parents. I know they enjoyed many good time with you two and the rest of the K of C group. Thoughts and prayers.
Joanne Colangelo OConnor
Doreen Bartkiewicz
February 22, 2021
Sorry for your loss. I remember Joe from Day Health. Several years ago
Paul Aromando
February 22, 2021
Joe will be missed by many family and friends. I remember his wonderful sense of humor, and his dedicated friendship to my mom and dad. Deepest Condolences.
The Aromando Family
Anthony Coffone
February 21, 2021
Joe you were a lifelong friend. From the same old neighborhood, At the Bianchi macaroni factor Knights of Columbus Wall street. Lifelong memories. June our prayers are with you. Tony and Nancy Coffone God Bless...
Paul R Henry
February 21, 2021
Very sorry for your loss. Thank you for the laughs Joe. RIP
Anthony Teixeira
February 21, 2021
A great Person, Rosemarie and I Were happy to have know him.
Mary Gerolomo
February 21, 2021
Dear June, and all the Perrone Family, I am so sorry to read this. Joe was a wonderful family man! Sending prayers for strength to you all. Cherish the memories.
Albert Sargentelli
February 20, 2021
June
So sorry to here of Joe's passing. May he rest in peace. Al Sargentelli
Judy & Michael Mulvihill
February 20, 2021
Dear June and family
So sorry to hear of the passing of Joe. May the memories you hold close to your heart see you through this difficult time. May he Rest In Peace.
Nicholas Marrier GK #5481
February 20, 2021
On behalf of Pope John XXIII Council Knights of Columbus, we extend our heartfelt condolences to June, Tina, Theresa, & Joe's entire family. Joe was a dedicated Knight & always willing to help with any endeavor. He truly embodied the principles of the KofC and his positive impact on our council will always be remembered.
Peter Grillo
February 20, 2021
June and family I am so sorry for your loss. He will be missed.
Kathleen Dolan
February 20, 2021
Uncle Joey, I enjoyed our conversations, you will be missed. Love, Kathy
John and Kathy Bianchi
February 20, 2021
Joe's passing marks the end of yet another chapter in the saga of "Norfolk-Wall" Street neighborhood reunions. Through his continued and untiring efforts he brought together so many generations of multi-ethnic 'Grafton Hill" neighbors for good times and remembrances. Our prayers are with June, Theresa, Tina and family members...God Bless
Maryann Aslanian
February 20, 2021
Dear June and Family:
So sorry to see the passing of Joe our classmate of Commerce High. My sincere condolences to you and family. May he rest in peace and may the good Lord give you peace at this difficult time.
sincerely,
Mary Ann (Losapio) Aslanian
Class President of 1953A
Melissa Nelson
February 20, 2021
Dear Tina ,Theresa, and June,
Sorry to hear of Joe's sudden passing. I remember the great food he used to make at the nights of Columbus. He always had a kind word for me and a gentle smile. My you find comfort with good memories in the difficult days ahead.
With much Love,
Melissa Nelson
Bob Manzaro
February 19, 2021
As a member of Pope John council, I knew Joe. As a knight and member of the council he was a hard worker and good person. May your memories help you through this difficult time. May he rest in peace.
Michael Grandone
February 19, 2021
I first met Joe over 50 years ago at the K of C . He was one of the finast men I met and privileged to have know him.
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