"Lavinia: sorry to read the passing of your brother; it has been awhile but I do remember him and also my condolences on the passing of Evelee. Donna Anderson"
In loving memory of
Joseph Charles Kriner Jr.
July 30, 1960 - December 31, 2020
Joseph C. Kriner, Jr. age 60, of Newport, Rhode Island, passed away peacefully at home surrounded by family on December 31, 2020.
Joe was born in Newport, RI to the late Joseph Kriner Sr. and Jean (DeWick) Kriner.
Joe was a 1979 graduate of Rogers High School.
He considered himself lucky to be able to make his passion for cooking his career. Joe enjoyed many years as a chef at the LaForge Casino Restaurant and the Mooring Restaurant. Later he stepped away from the kitchen but still worked in foodservice, visiting his colleagues as a sales rep for local liquor distributors throughout the state of RI. He was generous with his time and energy, and often donated to local organizations including the Aquidneck Island Police Parade and working as a youth sports coach earlier in life. When he wasn't working, Joe enjoyed time outdoors, walking, biking, and the love-hate relationship with golf. He also enjoyed traveling, usually to somewhere nice and warm.
Joseph is survived by his son Joseph Kriner III of Newport, his siblings Lavenia Tasso (Arthur) of Newport, Mitch Kriner (Diana) of Newport, Loretta Jean Kriner of Pennsylvania, and Lynn Floriano (Mario) of Fall River, MA, his brother-in-law Manny Floriano, and several loving nieces and nephews.
He was preceded in death by a sister Evelee Floriano, and his parents Joseph and Jean Kriner.
A celebration of Joe’s life will be held on Saturday, September 18, 2021 from 1:00-4:00PM at Vasco De Gama, 15 Fenner Avenue, Newport. In lieu of flowers, please consider a donation to Three Angels Fund, PO Box 4003, Middletown, RI 02842 or Visiting Nurse Home and Hospice (go to visitingnursehh.org to donate).
Tributes
"My thoughts and prayers to all of Joe's family. Will certainly miss him, but will forever have so many fond memories hanging out together back in the day."
"I am sorry to learn that Joe is no longer with us. He was a good man--may he rest in peace. I send my deepest sympathies to Mitch, Diana, and all of the Kriner clan. May God bless you all during this time of sorrow."
"Had the opportunity to work with Joe at Newport Yachting Center. We shared a sick sense of humor which we both try to out do each other. Will miss him very much. Rick Niejadlik"
" My thoughts and prayers to the Kriner family during this difficult time. I was saddened to see another friend and a 79 classmate leave us too early. Joe was a great man. "
"So sorry to hear about Joe's passing. Lots of old memories with all the Kriner family. Please accept my condolences and God bless you. Sylvia Barlow "
"My deepest sympathy to all of the Kriner clan. Joe was a special man who I always enjoyed catching up with and seeing that smile. In my thoughts and prayers. "
"To Mitch, Diana and family, Joe was someone you looked forward to seeing or running into on the street around Newport. He always greeted you with a big smile, a quick comment and a good laugh. You knew he was there for you and always a good friend. He will be sorely missed! "
"So very saddened to hear of Joe?s passing . I worked with Joe @ McLaughlin& Moran . Always a solid person who was loved by his peers and customers "
" Heaven gained an angel on New Year's Eve. Joe was so strong for so long without ever complaining. We will miss you everyday until we meet again. Best Father, Brother, Brother-in-law, Uncle, Godfather, Friend and Neighbor anyone could ever have. Rest in Peace. Love, Mitch, Diana, Bryan and Kelsey "
"God?s Garden God looked around his garden And found an empty place, He then looked down upon the earth And saw your tired face. He put his arms around you And lifted you to rest. God?s garden must be beautiful He always takes the best. He knew that you were suffering He knew you were in pain. He knew that you would never Get well on earth again. He saw the road was getting rough And the hills were hard to climb. So he closed your weary eyelids And whispered, ?Peace be thine?. It broke our hearts to lose you But you didn?t go alone, For part of us went with you The day God called you home. Amen Love Lavenia, Arthur, Alesia, Corin, and Kam"
"So blessed to have known Joe, he was the definition of a true friend. "