Joseph A. Marzo

Joseph A. Marzo, 80, of Worcester, a devoted family man passed away Monday, October 6th with family by his side. Joseph is survived by his beloved wife of 57 years, Bernice (Bernier) Marzo; his six devoted children, Paul J. Marzo, his wife Debra and their children Anthony, Melissa, and Matthew, Mary Ann Chiampa, her husband David and their son Michael; John J. Marzo, his wife Cathy and their children, Angela and Stephen, Linda M. Midura, her husband Larry and their children, Kristen and Michelle, Joseph M. Marzo, his wife Susan and their children, Hannah and Avery, David J. Marzo, his wife Dawn and their children, Alexia and Ariana; nieces and nephews. A sister Anna M. Bovenzi predeceased him. Joe was born in Worcester; his parents were the late Anthony and Lucy (Pandiscio) Marzo. He graduated from Commerce High School, joined the U.S. Army and served during World War II. He then earned his Associates Degree from Worcester Junior College and has lived in Worcester all his life. During his employed years, Joe worked for various plastics companies retiring as general manager from Polyform Company in Westborough. Joe also volunteered his time in support of the Mustard Seed for more than 20 years. He was a founding member of Our Lady of Loreto Church. A founding member of the UNICO Club of Worcester, a former member of the Vernerini Board of Directors, and a member of the Pope John Council Knights of Columbus. Joe was a dedicated family man, who lived for his wife, children and grandchildren. He cherished their company and the special moments he shared with them at home and on Cape Cod. Joe's funeral will be held Friday, October 10th from the MERCADANTE FUNERAL HOME & CHAPEL, 370 Plantation St. with a mass at 11:00 a.m. in Our Lady of Loreto Church, 37 Massasoit Rd. Burial will be in Notre Dame Cemetery. Friends and relatives are invited to visit with the family from 4:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. Thursday, October 9th in the funeral home. In lieu of flowers memorial contributions may be made to the National Parkinson Foundation, Inc. 1501 NW 9th Avenue/Bob Hope Road, Miami, Florida 33136-1494. The Marzo family would like to thank the Staff of the Radius Healthcare for the compassion and comfort they provided Joe and his family.