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Joseph Balsamo Obituary
Suddenly on October 22, 2004 of Potomac, MD. A happy man who loved his family, friends and life. Beloved and loving husband of Esther Badt Balsamo; devoted and caring Dad to Gary J. (Robin), Joey B. and Harry A. (Karen); adored son of Santina Mizell; kind-hearted grandfather to Adam, Jenny, Danielle and Ethan; and a friend to all who knew him. Graveside service and interment will be held at 1 p.m. on Tuesday, October 26 at Garden of Remembrance, 14321 Comus Rd., Clarksburg, MD. Following the service, the family will receive friends at the home of Ellen and Neal Rosenthal. Beginning Wednesday, Shiva will be observed at the home of Esther Balsamo. Memorial contributions may be made to Sacred Heart Home, 5805 Queens Chapel Rd., Hyattsville, MD 20782. Arrangements entrusted to EDWARD SAGEL FUNERAL DIRECTION, INC., Rockville, MD. 301-217-9400
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Memories and Condolences
for Joseph Balsamo
Bob Shope
March 27, 2023
RIP Joe...you will be missed.
Mickey Mullaney
November 17, 2004
To the Balsamo family:
I will always have fond memories of Joe with the fun times had at Carroll HS -- big smile & heart. My prayers, and thoughts are with his family.
Tok Horton
October 30, 2004
To Esther and family: I am so sorry to hear about Joe's death. I knew Joe from the Pike Pub days when he ran a great local bar. He was a great guy and will be sorely missed by all.
Jim and susan Wirths
October 29, 2004
Our sympathy to all the family. You are in our prayers.
Mike Northridge
October 27, 2004
Dear Esther and family,
We are so sorry to hear the news about Joe. Hope that it's some comfort to you to know that your neighbors care about you, and that you and your family are in our prayers.
With sympathy,
Mike & Sara, Rachel & Sam
Richard McClure
October 26, 2004
I new Joe when he had Pike Pub Great loss sorry to hear about him passing away he is one of the true people that will be missed
Ed ("Puddy") Scanlon
October 26, 2004
Let me express my deepest sympathies to the family. I also attended Carroll HS with Joe. We played football there, he was a great lineman. He was a wonderful person with a great outlook on the way he lived life. He may be gone, but his memory lives on for all of us.
Staci Crockett
October 26, 2004
Ester, my heart goes out to you, Papa Joe's big heart, great laughter and love for us all in "the courier family" will be deeply missed. God Bless you and the boys.
Connie Soriano
October 25, 2004
Essie, Gary, Little Joe & Harry,
As I know you do, I will miss Joe and all the good times at the Pike Pub and in your home. My love to you all in this sad, sad, time.
Love
Connie
Jim Sita
October 25, 2004
To Esther and Family:
I met Joe during our senior year in high school, I'll never forget the great times we had. His memory will always remain in my heart and now Esther you and your family are in my prayers.
Brad & Michelle Ricucci
October 25, 2004
Joey: I only met your Dad once, but in that one time it was very obvious why everyone loved him. You and your family are in my family's thoughts and prayers.
Stacie Shapero
October 25, 2004
Esther and Family,
My deepest condolences are with you. My Joe rest in peace.
Stacie
Charlie May
October 25, 2004
To The Balsamo Family:
Joe and I went to Carroll High School and played on the football team. He was a super tackle and opened many great holes for me and other backs. He called me out of the blue about a year ago and we made plans to get together. It never happened. Joe will always be in my thoughts and prayers as well as his family. Godspeed my friend.
Ed Grefe
October 25, 2004
My memories of Joe go back to a gentle, fun-loving, and friendly soul who was always kind to me in high school. May he rest in peace.
Donna Ricucci
October 25, 2004
Joe: Ron and I extend our deepest condolences on the sudden loss of your father. I know first-hand what you and your family are going through, and my prayers and heartfelt sympathies are with you.
Donna & Ron Ricucci
(Brad's parents)
Eddie Nolan
October 24, 2004
Joe, we had a good time together in the 50's.
Marc Snyder
October 24, 2004
I will miss my friend Papa Joe.
Al & Joan Costigan
October 24, 2004
Joe, Your constant smile and big laugh, your great outlook on life, your big heart, your quick sharp wit will be lovingly remembered and missed. Love, Joan & Al
Barri-Sue Black
October 24, 2004
Dearest Esther and Family,
I was devastated to hear the news about Joe. I remember vividly his warmth, zest for life, and deep love for his family. You're all in my thoughts and prayers.
Fondly,
Barri
David Ganim
October 24, 2004
I will always miss you my friend.
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