Joseph Astorino

On August 22, 2012
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Joseph Astorino, “the family gem” of McMurray, died peacefully at the age of 101 on Wednesday, August 22, 2012. He was the beloved husband of 75 years to the late Jennie Gaudio Astorino. Born on Feburary 27, 1911, in Province of Cosenza, Italy, he came to the USA at the age of 14 to work in a VIMCO macaroni factory in Carnegie. He is the loving father of Marion (the late Leo) Kaylor of Peters Twp., Antoinette (Creighton) Hottel of Peters Twp., and the late Dolores (Jack) Marcey of Carnegie. Beloved Grandfather of Dennis (Debra) Hottel of Bethel Park, Jeffrey Hottel of Peters Twp., Lee (Joan) Kaylor of Peters Twp., Joseph (Connie) Kaylor of Peters Twp., Annette (Joe) Shimek of Carnegie and Jackie (Jim) Cross of Erie. He is also the proud Great Grandfather of Creighton, Melaine and Brian Hottel, Leah, Tim and Wesley Kaylor, Jamie and Russell Shimek, and Nicole and Michael Cross. Joseph and his family were one of the last families to live on Rt.19. He was very proud to be the owner of the farm which is now Sharp Edge on Rt.19. He worked with the mine rescue team for Pittsburgh Coal Company, which is now Consol Energy for 40 years and then retired as a Mine Mason. He was an excellent Italian cook and considered himself a self-proclaimed restaurant critic. Joseph was an active member of St. Benedict the Abbot and the oldest member of Muse Italian Club. He was honored the day of his 100^th birthday on the NBC Today Program for being a “Centarian”. He will be greatly missed by his family, friends, his parish as well as all who knew him. Friends are welcome on Thursday, August 23, 2012 from 2pm-4pm and 6pm-8pm at Cremation & Funeral Care by Danielle Andy Belusko 3287 Washington Road, McMurray PA, 15317, 724-260-5546. Mass of Christian Burial will be Celebrated on Friday, August 24, 2012 at 10:00 AM at St. Benedict the Abbot Church, 120 Abington Dr., McMurray, PA 15317, followed by internment at Queen of Heaven Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made in Joseph’s name to St. Benedict the Abbot 120 Abington Dr., McMurray and/or Animal Friends, 562 Camp Home Rd., Pittsburgh, PA 15237. Please view and sign the family’s online guestbook at: www.cremationfuneralcare.com

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Michele (Shelly Mascellino) Boyle

Aug 22 2012

I was so saddened to hear the news that Joe passed away today. He was such a vital part of our family, more than a friend, a member. Joe always had such a calming, genteel voice, but his face and eyes would light up with excitement when in deep conversation with Dad or my brothers. I can still hear his voice clearly when he would call our house….”hey Jo” to my Mom. I think of him and see his eyes always shining brightly with a smile, always so dapper and handsome. He will truly be missed by all. I am in South Carolina and cannot attend the funeral, but my thoughts and prayers are with you

Michael Silvestri

Aug 23 2012

I wish to offer my condolences to the Astorino Family. Mr. Astorino has been missed at our 7:45 masses on Sunday. He was a nice man and we enjoyed sharing our Italian heritage, including swapping tomato plants. We ushers at St. Benedict will be saying a prayer for him and will rest in the comfort that he is now with his wife.

Lisa & Phyllis

We were so saddened to hear that Joe passed away, but he sure did live a full life. We have fond memories of Joe coming to our office to visit he was always so happy. Joe we will miss seeing you! Your girls at General Recovery.

Vicki Dunch

I'm so very sorry to hear of Joe's passing. He was my grandfather, Tony Buchek's best friend. I remember when I was younger going to the mall with my grandparents, Tony & Jennie and they would meet up with Joe and Jennie and walk in the mall. I went with them a couple of times to visit them at their house. They were both the sweetest people. When my grandfather passed away in 1993 they came to the funeral home and helped me so much that day talking to me and helping me through, and then grandma passed away in 2009 - I had such a hard time because I was so very close to my grandparents. I think Joe and grandpap worked in the mine together too. I also did not know that Jennie had passed also. They were truly a wonderful couple and I know they're all together now having the time of their life. My prayers are so much with your family because I know how deeply you will miss them. God Bless You Always.

Joni

Dennis, Debbie and Family, You are all in our thoughts and prayers, just always cherish those memories you have made in all those wonderful years you were blessed with his presence. Joni

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