December 31, 1945 to October 26, 2020
Joseph M Cordaro, beloved husband, father, grandfather, uncle, cousin and friend passed away on October 26, 2020
surrounded by his family. He is survived by his wife, Linda, his sons Nicholas (Sheila), Michael and Matthew, 5
grandchildren, brothers and sisters-in-law and numerous nieces and nephews. Joseph was pre-deceased by his parents,
Joseph and Yolonda Cordaro and his sister, Rosemary Colombo.
Joe grew up in Rochester, NY where he was a talented football player and track runner. He graduated from Monroe High
School in 1964. Joe proudly served in the US Marine Corps. Semper Fi! He married Linda Tronolone in 1969. “I love you
more today than yesterday, but not as much as tomorrow” By Spiral Staircase was their wedding song and how he lived
his life with Linda.
Joe spent a couple years driving moving trucks for Mayflower before joining the carpenters union. He spent a few years
in the union before deciding to venture out on his own as a contractor specializing in kitchens and baths; Cordaro Construction was born. They soon moved to a small farm in Marion, NY for ten years, where he enjoyed coaching his son’s little league baseball teams. In 1983 he moved to the village of Newark, NY where their sons were attending St. Michaels School and Joe coached Matthew’s basketball team. Joe was a great cook and the kitchen was always open to his sons’ friends who have fond memories of those meals. Becoming an empty nester in 1998, they moved to Cayuga
Lake in Seneca Falls and he enjoyed the “Lake Life” where the projects were endless. A workshop addition on the garage, a downstairs bedroom addition on the house so the family could all come home in the summer were the first projects.
He spent many hours in his workshop building furniture for his children and toys for the grandchildren. Joe enjoyed hunting, fishing and boating with family and friends. Many water skiers had their “first pull” while Joe was at the helm.
He was known to captain the boat for hours on end to accommodate the skiers and tubers. He loved to motorcycle and especially enjoyed the weekend trips he took with his sons for Father’s Day. He loved being “Papa” to his grandchildren and cherished the time he spent with them. Receiving their videos, pictures and phone calls were the highlight of his day especially during difficult times.
In 1989 Joe was diagnosed with degenerative heart disease culminating in a heart transplant in Dallas, Texas in 2014.
He fought hard each day to live life to the fullest and stayed active as possible until the last few months. His strength, determination, and stubbornness made him one of a kind and he will live on in our hearts forever.
In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made in Joe’s memory to Disabled American Veterans https://www.dav.org/ or Donate life https://donatelife.ny.gov/State.org. The greatest gift of all is to become a donor yourself; 95% of Americans are in favor of being a donor but only 58% are registered.
Calling Hours will be held Sunday, November 1st, 2020 from 2-5 Pm at the Richard H. Funeral Homes (Egypt) 7501 Pittsford Palmyra Rd. Fairport. A funeral mass will be held Monday November 2nd, 2020 at 11Am at St. Patrick’s Church, 97 W Bayard Street, Seneca Falls,NY 13148 Interment follows at Sampson Veterans Cemetery.
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11 responses to “Cordaro, Joseph M.”
Joe not only are you going to be missed by Linda, sons and family’s but you are going to be missed by all you friends at the 1249 Hunting Camp. Your constant smile, cooking and construction skills will be missed forever. You have been and always will be in our thoughts and prayers.
Joe will be so missed when he came to our dinners I always tried to sit next to him because he always told the best stories I could listen to him and would always laugh the whole time thanks for the memories Joe
Cousin Joe always has a hug and a big smile for me whenever I would see him at our picnics. He had the best stories and best sense of humor. May you Rest In Peace. Much love and sympathy to Linda , the boys. And their families.
Mr. C was one of the sweetest, kindest, and most gracious men I knew. He and Mrs C. were always opened their home to myself and my husband Brian when we were in the Rochester area or when our families were aways for a holiday such as Easter. He was a strong, admirable man. He will be greatly, but always remembered!
It was both an honor and pleasure to share some moments with Joe. He always made us feel welcome and appreciated. It was easy to find wisdom in his advice, humor in his stories and love in his heart. Rest In Peace. Our thoughts are with Linda, Nick, Michael, Matthew and the rest of the family.
OMG What a shock to hear that the most wonderful, strongest man I ever knew has passed over. Joe and I shared many of our most fun times together, and I’m sure we will reunite on the other side. I loved him dearly.
We were deeply saddened by the news of Joe’s passing. Our fondest memories are of our family vacations in the mountains and at Hamlin Beach. Joe was always the life of the party and everyone’s best friend. Our hearts and prayers are with you all. We love you!
Joe was a great person and friend. Very proud of his Italian heritage. We shared some good times together. Plenty of jokes and laughter. He will be missed by all of us. Regards to his family, who will keep his memory forever in their hearts. May you rest in eternal piece my friend.
Hello all.
We notced the church is a challenge to find on Google.
The address is
97 West Bayard St, Seneca Falls 13148
My Dearest Papi as we callled within our 734 family may u Rest In Peace and say hi to all up there. Sincere condolences to ur family and friends. My heart and love be with u all during this difficult time… 🙁
One of the nicest, and most talented men we’d ever had the pleasure of meeting, and working with. Our thoughts & prayers are with Linda, and family, and may the memories bring smiles & laughter from all the beautiful times you shared together.