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Joseph Toscano Obituary

Joseph Adam Toscano, 54, of Randolph, raised in Massapequa, Long Island, N.Y., died unexpectedly on Friday, March 17, 2017. Joe was a 20-year veteran firefighter for the Watertown Fire Department and was working an active fire when he collapsed. Joes life in Randolph, revolved around his family, his wife of 25 years, Maureen (McCarthy), and his five children, Alyssa, Patrick, Mary Cate, William and Michael. He was a master craftsman who built his familys home and never tired of helping friends and relatives. At the Watertown Fire Station, if Joe was on duty, he could be found cooking for his group. Joe was kind and generous to all who knew him. He was a dedicated and energetic supporter at Incarnation Camp in Connecticut, which he attended as a child and worked at as an adult for nearly four decades. In addition to his wife and children, Joe is survived by his brothers, John Toscano and his wife Del of Suffolk, Virginia, Tom Toscano and his wife Deb of Locust Grove, Virginia, and Gary Toscano and his wife Gail of East Stroudsburg, Pennsylvania. Joe is also survived by his mother-in-law Barbara OKeefe, many loving nieces, nephews and a large extended family who adored their Joey T. Joe was predeceased by his parents, John and Mildred. Relatives and friends respectfully invited to attend visiting hours on Tuesday, March 21, at St. Mary Catholic Church (211 N. Main Street) in Randolph, MA from 4 to 8 p.m. A funeral Mass celebrated at 11 a.m. on Wednesday, March 22, at St. Patrick Catholic Church (212 Main Street) in Watertown, MA. A fund has been established to assist the Toscano Family. Make checks payable to Watertown Firefighters Relief Association attention Toscano Family, 99 Main Street, Watertown, MA 02742. Arrangements under the direction of the Cartwright Funeral, 419 No. Main St., Randolph, MA. To leave a sympathy message for the family, visit www.cartwrightfuneral.com.

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Published by The Watertown Tab & Press from Mar. 20 to Mar. 31, 2017.

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James Quinn

June 20, 2018

I've only just heard about Joe's passing. I knew Joe at Incarnation Camp as a camper in my unit, as a counselor and unit Director, and most enjoyably as a fierce competitor on the tennis court. I also knew him as a superb artist in wood, having had the pleasure of canoeing on the camp lake in an absolutely beautiful wooden canoe he fashioned himself. Always he was an honest, able, and honorable young man. I extend my deepest condolences to his family.

David Larrabee

March 24, 2017

God bless The Toscano Family

Pat Halvorson

March 23, 2017

So sorry to hear of Joe's passing. He was a great guy to work with.
Pat Halvorson Jill Logan

March 23, 2017

You now have a Saint in Heaven! Pray to Joseph and he will intercede for you and give all of you strength! God bless you all! Someone who cares!
!

March 23, 2017

Sorry for your loss. I watch the service on TV and you and Joe have great children. God be with you and the children at this time.

Judith Johnson

March 23, 2017

To the Toscano Family we send our thanks for a life well lived by Joseph and we send up our prayers and warmest wishes for your family.

Margery and Michael Solomon

March 22, 2017

Our most sincere condolences to the Toscano family, Joseph's fellow workers and friends. Words cannot express our sorrow for the loss of a brave firefighter in the line of duty. Watching the funeral on TV was a great tribute to Mr. Toscano, as not everyone would have been able to attend. Our thoughts are with the Toscano's, as they support one another during this time of mourning. Sincerely, Margie and Mike Solomon

Paula Gray

March 22, 2017

I am so sorry for your loss! Im praying for all of you❤I lost my husband when my only daughter was 7 Now she is 16 1/2 Its not ever going to be easy! Unfortunalety I didnt have the support you have from these brothers and sisters in the firefighting community YOU ARE BLESSED AND I PRAY FOR YOU AND YOUR CHILDREN

Kathleen Phillips

March 22, 2017

My Heart goes out to you and your family! So Heartbroken for your loss of your great husband a great father too!! Look at all you have gained, 5 beautiful children....more than some people have! Watching them on TV Service this morning, they look so beautiful, like the First Roses of Spring...which came out very early...Because they are Special....and so are you! You had and always will have that Special husband in your heart and life forever....watching over all of you!!! RIP Joseph.

Kathleen Welch

March 22, 2017

Dear Toscano Family, Our thoughts and prayers are with you. Please take comfort in knowing that Joey T is in the House of God and is seated at his right hand. God bless all of you. Love and blessings, Bobby and Kathy Welch

Kathleen Welch

March 22, 2017

Dear Toscano Family, Our thoughts and prayers are with you! Your husband and father is a true hero! He is seated at the Right Hand of God in Heaven. Please take comfort in knowing that Joey T is in the House of God! Love and blessings, Bob and Kathy Welch

Sugna

March 22, 2017

Dear Maureen,

We are your backyard neighbor Sue and Jay Please accept our sincere condolences. We are always with you and children. We are not far away. We pray for you and family.

Lena Golden

March 22, 2017

Even though I do not know you my heart goes out to your family. I cannot imagine your grief you are feeling my prayers and condolences are with you along with holding faith for all of you. So sorry for your loss. Always try to remember ALL the good thing he accomplished and all the lives he touched besides his own family wife Maureen and 5children. My heart is heavy

Na Tanana

March 21, 2017

Another person who doesn't know you. Thanks for your husbands service and your support. Thinking of you at this time and ongoing.

Paul Rappoli

March 20, 2017

Maureen;
My most sincere sympathy to you and your family on the tragic loss of your husband Joseph . Words are difficult at this time but you and your family are in my prayers .

March 20, 2017

Dear Maureen and Family,

I am a longtime Elite member and don't believe we've met (you're an AM person and I'm a PM'er) but I do know that everyone at our gym "is family."

Please accept my condolences on your tragic loss and know that everyone at Elite is thinking of you all.

Sincerely,

Steve Marx

March 20, 2017

Heartelt condolences from the Kaplan's to the Toscano family, neighbors in the Phyllis Dr neighborhood.

March 19, 2017

Please accept my deepest condolences . May you be comforted by the outpouring of love surrounding you. Prayerfully - G.

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