In loving memory of

Joseph J. Passantino

Joseph J. Passantino, Jr. went to his SAFE place on Tuesday, July 13, 2016. Surviving are his Mother, Frances Passantino, and his three sisters, Jane, Susan and Joanne and his best friend Toby. Visitation will be held from 1-4PM and 7-9PM, Sunday, July 17, 2016, Hansen Desert Hills Chapel, 6500 E. Bell Rd., Scottsdale. Funeral Mass will be held at 10AM, Monday, July 18, 2016 at St. Joan of Arc Catholic Church, 3801 E. Greenway Rd. Phoenix, AZ.

Tributes

Judy wrote on Jul 18, 2016:

"Please give my condolence to the Family. Joe and I will good friends at Ed Moses Dodge. Joe will be missed by everyone who new him. Joe always made me laugh, he was a great guy and I enjoyed going to lunch with him.I never seen him get made and he always had a smile on his face. From Judy and Danny Holtzman."

Dixie D. Dancy wrote on Jul 18, 2016:

"To Joe's family I send my deepest sympathy. I had the pleasure of working with Joe over the past several years and he was always a joy to work with. People pass thru our lives that are truly a joy to be around and Joe was one of the people. May time heal your sorrow and loss."

Lisa Swan wrote on Jul 17, 2016:

"My heartfelt condolences to the Passantino family. I am grateful I was with Joseph, his mom and sister Joanne for his last few months on this earth. Spending quality time with them is priceless, we laughed, cried, reminisced, made the best out of every day. Joseph fought with courage and hope every day, he will be missed by many. I am so blessed to have had him in my life, he will always be my sunshine. Peace out Joseph, you will never be forgotten and forever in our hearts."

Myra menna wrote on Jul 16, 2016:

"May the Almighty console his beloved Mother Frances and his loving Sisters In their grief and surround them with grace and love. Joseph's long hard journey has taken him into a beautiful, peaceful place away from all pain and suffering. He will be remembered In my heart forever. Let our tears wash away our grief and always Remember him smiling and happy. Myra London Menna"

The Hoffman Family wrote on Jul 16, 2016:

"To the Family & Friends of Joe Passantino, My husband Chris had the pleasure of working with Joe, and as a family we are saddened by his passing. He took kindly to our daughter over the years and it was a blessing. Joe will be missed, but he leaves behind an example to follow?laugh and smile even when it rains. Our thoughts and prayers are with you."

Issac Szlamkowicz wrote on Jul 16, 2016:

"I had the pleasure of working with Joe and socializing with him occasionally. The first time I met him was at a hockey game and it was as though we had know each other for years. We were both huggers and when I would see him at work that's what we would do. He will be missed greatly. God Bless you Joe, it was a pleasure knowing you."

Darlene wrote on Jul 16, 2016:

"I had the pleasure to work with Joe at Ed Moses Dodge I was the receptionist, and Joe would call me every time he was in the office to let me know he was ready for work, he always had that way of making me laugh over stupid things, we would go to lunch once in a while just to have some laughs about work. You will truly be missed my friend. The last time I saw you is when I stopped up at your work at Mercedes for sprinter It had been a while but we still had laughs,you are truly going to be missed until we meet again keep on smiling,"

Dee Mitten wrote on Jul 16, 2016:

"What to say...Joe was one in a million. I worked with Joe through every purchase of a vehicle for Waste Not. He was the utmost professional and always had our best interests at heart. But he was more than that - he was fun, warm, sincere and a true gentleman. He loved Schumacher, he loved his family and he loved life. He was tough as nails. I will miss him as will all of us. Blessedly, he is in a better place now."

Dave Zinkel wrote on Jul 16, 2016:

"To Joe's family, my sincere condolences and prayers to you all. I know he will be surely missed. Joe had one of the biggest hearts of anyone I knew. He also had many customers that kept coming back just to say hi because he made a friend everytime they bought a car or truck from him.. I worked in that tiny office with him,Terry and Frank for eight years. I will truly miss his unique laugh. RIP buddy."

Susanne Haughie wrote on Jul 15, 2016:

"Janie so sorry to hear about your brother Joey. My deepest sympathy to you and your family. My thoughts and prayers are with you. Sue March Haughie"

Ed Moses Sr wrote on Jul 15, 2016:

"Both my wife Carmen and I, Ed Moses had the pleasure of working with JOE he will be missed we all will miss him."

Lou Gordon wrote on Jul 15, 2016:

"I had the honor and pleasure of sharing a corner of the showroom with Joe for several years. We had a lot of laughs and even socialized outside the office. I considered him my friend, not just my co-worker. He had a 'larger than life' personality and a heart of gold. My wife and I will miss him dearly. I was sincerely heartbroken when we learned of his illness and even more so now that he has moved on. He was a very special man. Rest in Peace my friend."

Chad wrote on Jul 15, 2016:

"To the family of Joe Passantino please accept my sincere condolences. I worked with Joe for years in Arizona. He will be missed."

Petros Theocharides wrote on Jul 15, 2016:

"To Joe Passantino's family and friends, I would like to express my deepest condolences for the passing of one of the greatest people I've ever met. I worked with Joe for few years here at Schumacher European. He was always with a hello in his mouth and a big smile on his face. Treated everybody with respect. It is true what they say that God chooses the good people to his side first. And we all know Joe was a good one! Joe will be missed. Rest In Peace my friend."

Larry Epstein wrote on Jul 15, 2016:

"I had the great pleasure of working w joe for many years at Schumacher. He will be greatly missed. You have a strong place in my heart joe. I love you very much and will miss you dearly. I know your in a better place and are smiling down upon us. I'm gonna miss you more then words can say. I love you. Larry Epstein."

Tom Bartlett wrote on Jul 15, 2016:

"Mrs. Passantino, Jane, Susan and Joanne, I spent 1-1/2 years with Joe at Schumacher. Joe and I had many laughs together and when the news came, we prayed for him and for you. If someone asked me to describe Joe in one word, 'Gregarious'. I know and you know so very well that Joe was much more. I would also like to send my best to Joe's nephew Robert, who I know Joe loved very much. I'll always remember Joe for his unique 'Joe laugh' AaaaaahHaHahHa and big smile. I will Never forget Joe, who could? God Bless Joe and his loved ones. Tom Bartlett"

Susan and Kirk Geer wrote on Jul 15, 2016:

"Joe touched so many people's lives with his positive attitude and happy spirit. It was a joy just being in his presence. Although all of us feel there is a big hole in our lives now that Joe has passed, we know he is smiling and feeling strong and happy and doing handstands! And that brings us a small bit of comfort in this sad time. We are sending prayers to Joe's family."

Dave wrote on Jul 15, 2016:

"To the family of Joe Passantino please accept my deepest condolences. I had the pleasure of working with Joe thru out his sales carrier in Arizona and it was a true pleasure. Many leave us too early and Joe was one, he is in a better place now . God bless Dave Rabuck"