Joseph Maltese Obituary

Mimi and family:
Words cannot express my thoughts and feelings on Joe's passing and the loss to you and your family. He was a great man. He was kind, understanding, smart, funny and a bit of a prankster. He was special human being.
Mimi, he loved you so. You meant the world to him. The two of you were a good example of what a marriage should be. You both were lucky to find each other.
You have such great memories to fall back on.
His friends will miss him too.
To me, he was a great friend and mentor.
My prayers are with you.

Mimi and family- I'm so, so, very sorry for your loss. Sadly he is gone, gratefully he'll not be forgotten... My thoughts are with you.

Joe was very special. He was of a kind. I will miss him.

Vince Paglione

Mimi, Danny, Christine
Joe was one of the best things in my life. Always smiling, making me feel good.
He always kept me up to date and would always tell me how happy he was with Mimi, how much he loved her. Joe was a very special man, and although he is now happy and at peace, the world and all our lives will have a big whole to fill. My thoughts, prayers and love go out to his fmily and friends.

We are so sorry for your loss, our thoughts and prayers are with you all. He was a good man, the world is an emptier place without him.

Danny, Regan, Vincent and Franco, we are so very sorry for your loss. We are sure your Father/Grandpa was an amazing man because his son, daughter-in-law and grandsons are amazing. Our love is with you all and our thoughts and prayers for you and your family at this difficult time. God bless you. From your other family, the Fiala-DeFrates-Dahlke clan.

Dad, I could not have wanted a better man to be my Father. Your love was unconditional and never ending. I have sat here the last couple of days thinking of how important you were in directing me through so many decisions. With your strength and happiness I have been able to do so much with my life. You will forever be in my heart and in my thoughts. I will always miss you, but you are now with Gram and everyone else sitting around that table enjoying the best meal laughing and catching up. I promise you I will keep up the humor and the laughter, but let me shed the tears right now. Love forever Sissy Miss (Christine)

Every time I had the opportunity to see my cousin Butchie, it was always so wonderful to have conversations with him. We could have talked for hours. I loved hearing all his stories about his father, the uncle I never met. He had a wonderful sense of humor and I remember how much he loved to dance when he was younger. My deepest condolences to his wife, children and grandchildren. I am sure he will forever hold a special place in all of our hearts.

It can be so hard to face the first year without your loved one, but the love of family and friends can carry you through.

When we all get to the Pearly Gates we'll find Joe there at the door, charging a cover to some and probably letting most in for free. He meant more to people, and especially to me, than he ever knew.
-Scott Holingue

Mimi you have lost a husband and I lost my best friend. His love will always be in our hearts You will hear and feel him in the wind, and the sun will bring his warmth.
Corrine

To Momma Mimi and the whole group,

Joe was a wonderful man. So happy and always a positive word and fantastic stories. we were so blessed to have him in our lives and also all of you. We are here for you all, anytime! He will be in our hearts forever.
All Our Love,
Colleen & Katy Sabel

So sorry to hear about Joe's passing, just talked to him last week. He was friends with my husband John. I have lots of fond memories of him.

Pops was the best father-in-law a girl could ever have. The memories of him are endless and will forever be discussed over pasta dinners and bottles of wine. HIs smile, his laugh, and his "look" will always bring a smile to my face. I will always remember a particular moment when we sat together on Gram's porch. He told me how much Danny liked me and that he knew we would marry one day. I was only 15 at the time....but he was right....and he reminded me of that as we danced together at my wedding. I love you, Pops....always and forever. Regan

Joe was one of a kind. A happy, happy person and loved to make everyone smile and laugh. God Bless him. He, indeed, will be missed by so many! Love ya Joe!

Dear Mimi,

We were saddened to hear of the loss of Joe. May your many fond memories of him sustain you in your grief.

Love, Mickey and Nancy Battaglia

We're very sad to hear about Joe. Our condolences to Mimi and all the rest of his family. Joe was a warm and giving guy, and we'll miss him.
Tom and Mary Alice Hope

We are very sorry for your loss Karl and Heather.
The Kelly Family

It was always a joy to visit with Mr. Maltese, he told such wonderful and humorous stories, and was so full of life, everyone was his friend. My deep condolences to Christine, Danny and the rest of his family, he will be missed.

Christine & Dan,

I am sorry to learn that your father has died. My father died a few years ago and my brother, sisters and I still struggle with the loss in different ways. I've found that focusing my thoughts on, and occasionally sharing stories of special specific moments, sometimes help when overall emotions are overwhelming.

You, Regan, Vincent & Franco are in my thoughts and prayers.

My heartfelt condolences to Christine, Danny and rest of Maltese family. I have many happy memories of Joe that will hold in my heart forever. I'm sure he's listening to all his favorite music right now and smiling ! God Bless Joe !

We can never forget this larger-than-life man filled with joy and stories and kindness who was always there to greet us with a smile. We were lucky enough to have dinner at the Maltese's and what a great feast it was--as was knowing both Joe and Mimi. We will miss you, Joe, but hold you close in our hearts always.