Johnson Overturf Funeral Homes

JOSEPH A. MARCHESE

Joseph A. Marchese, 76, of Palatka, passed away Sunday, July 4, 2010 at his home following the debilitation of Alzheimer’s disease. Joe was born September 1, 1933 in New Orleans, LA, the “bebe” of the family. He was preceded in death by his parents, 6 siblings and his wife Conchetta “Etta”.

He is survived by his wife of 11 years, Arlene, daughters, Michelle (Ed) Dyal, Palatka, Camille (Mike) Dotson, Lebanon, TN, grandson Michael, step-children Roberta (John) Lacefield, Waycross, GA, Marie (Steve) Stinson, Cleveland, TN, John (Joan) Van Sickle, Cocoa, FL, William (April) VanSickle, Gainesville, FL, Bonnie Jackson and John Lielasus, III, San Diego, CA, 10 step-grandchildren, Jaclyn Snellgrove, Grass Lake, MI, Drew Snellgrove, Ypsilanti, MI, David VanSickle and Hilarion VanSickle, both of Cocoa, FL and Russell Van Sickle, Gainesville, FL, Ariana Lielasus, John Lielasus, IV, San Diego, CA, Julie Ann Culwell, McCalla, AL, Sandra Dyal, (Sr Chief Petty Officer,U.S. Navy), Norfolk, VA, Brian Dyal (Andrea), SanDiego, CA and several nieces and nephews.

Joe served in the U.S. Marine Corps during the Korean War and 4 years in the National Guard. He retired from Florida Power and Light after 34 years of service. After retiring, Joe went back to school and became a certified nursing assistant and worked at Putnam Community Medical Center. He later worked as a security guard at St. Johns River Community College for 2 years. After the passing of his first wife “Etta”, Joe was a volunteer worker with Hospice of the Lakes. He was a member of the First Presbyterian Church in Palatka and the International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers (IBEW). Joe and Arlene traveled and visited the 48 contiguous states.

Services celebrating Joe’s life will be at 10:30 A.M. Saturday, July 10, 2010 at the First Presbyterian Church of Palatka with Pastors Bob Scott and John Miles officiating. Burial will follow at Oak Hill Cemetery with the U.S. Marine Corp conducting military honors. Visitation will be Friday from 6-8 P.M. at Johnson-Overturf Funeral Home in Palatka.

Contributions may be made to the First Presbyterian Church Capital Fund, 123 S. 2^nd, St., Palatka, FL 32177 or to Hospice of the Nature Coast, 6421 Crill Ave., Palatka, FL 32177.

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Keely Runge & Ethan Acosta
Greenwood Village, Co
The world was blessed to have him in it and is a better place for it.

Vincent Tubman
Ocala, Fl.
I really enjoyed knowing and working with Joe at FPL and SJRCC. Joe was a person who could brighten your day.

Camille Dotson
Lebanon, TN

Pat Carson
Lake Butler
Arlene: Sorry to hear of your loss. It is Pat from the blood bank. What a nice and kind man you were blessed with for 11 years. Regards to Camile - I did not know you were related. Know that I am praying for the family and pray God's blessings upon you all. Sincerely, Pat

Susan Pahl
Palatka, FL
You are in my thoughts and prayers.I know how much of a loss you feel, just know that he is in a better place now.

Jack stuart
canton,Ma
I served with Joe in the marine corps. He was a credit to the corp. We remained friends for 56 years. Semper Fi!

Lucille (Marchese) & Robert Troia
Kenner, LA
We are so sorry for your loss. Your father always had words of wisdom. He will be greatly missed.

Kim Murphy
Warner Robins Ga.
After I met Joe and got to know him,..Everytime someone said his name always put a smile on my face. Even to this Moment seeing his name, puts that smile on my Face. He was and still is A blessing to have known and know.

Camille Dotson
Lebanon, TN