Official Obituary of
Joseph J. Mazzotta
January 10, 1946 ~ August 29, 2024 (age 78) 78 Years Old
Joseph Mazzotta Obituary
Joseph J. Mazzotta, 78, of Bellefonte, passed away Thursday, August 29, 2024 at Mount Nittany Medical Center, State College.
Born in Lock Haven on January 10, 1946, he was the son of the late John and Elizabeth Mazzotta.
Joe was a 1963 graduate of Lock Haven High School and was employed at Corning Glass, State College, until his retirement after over 35 years of service.
He was a member of Holy Spirit Catholic Parish, attending St. Agnes Catholic Church, Lock Haven and a member of the former Hand-In-Hand Fire Company of Lock Haven for over 50 years.
Joe had a passion for hunting and loved spending time at the Rich Camp in his earlier years. He enjoyed riding his Harley-Davidson, listening to music and reading. He was very proud of his Italian heritage and valued upholding Italian traditions, especially making his delicious spaghetti sauce and meatballs. Joe's longtime appreciation for English History was celebrated with a trip to England, which was one of his fondest memories. Most of all, Joe cherished the time he spent with his family, especially his beloved grandchildren, and was affectionately referred to as "Poppy" by all of his family.
He is survived by his wife and the love of his life, Peggy Heller-Mazzotta, with whom he was blessed to share 25 years of companionship; children, Lesley (Stephen) Guenther, Douglas (Tracie) Heller and Rob (Melanie) Heller; a sister, Rosellen Passell; five grandchildren, Zackery Heller, David Heller, Eva Guenther, Lilly Guenther and Hannah Heller; a great grandson, Benjamin Heller; three nieces, Karen Mazzotta, Dolly (Dan) Young and Cathy (Greg) Yearick; a nephew, David Passell; and many other great nieces and nephews, extended family and friends.
In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by three siblings: Samuel, Louis and Marilyn Mazzotta.
A Celebration of Joe's Life will be held on Sunday, September 22, 2024 at 2 P.M. at the Lock Haven Son's of Italy, 1 N. Henderson St., Lock Haven, PA 17745 with Pastor Joan Gordon officiating. Following his service, his family invites you to stay to share memories and one of his favorite meals.
Memorial contributions in Joe's memory may be made to Eastside Fire Rescue (former Hand-In-Hand Fire Company), c/o Moriarty Funeral Home & Crematory, 112 E. Church St., Lock Haven, PA 17745.
Online condolences may be sent by visiting www.moriartyfuneral.com
Born in Lock Haven on January 10, 1946, he was the son of the late John and Elizabeth Mazzotta.
Joe was a 1963 graduate of Lock Haven High School and was employed at Corning Glass, State College, until his retirement after over 35 years of service.
He was a member of Holy Spirit Catholic Parish, attending St. Agnes Catholic Church, Lock Haven and a member of the former Hand-In-Hand Fire Company of Lock Haven for over 50 years.
Joe had a passion for hunting and loved spending time at the Rich Camp in his earlier years. He enjoyed riding his Harley-Davidson, listening to music and reading. He was very proud of his Italian heritage and valued upholding Italian traditions, especially making his delicious spaghetti sauce and meatballs. Joe's longtime appreciation for English History was celebrated with a trip to England, which was one of his fondest memories. Most of all, Joe cherished the time he spent with his family, especially his beloved grandchildren, and was affectionately referred to as "Poppy" by all of his family.
He is survived by his wife and the love of his life, Peggy Heller-Mazzotta, with whom he was blessed to share 25 years of companionship; children, Lesley (Stephen) Guenther, Douglas (Tracie) Heller and Rob (Melanie) Heller; a sister, Rosellen Passell; five grandchildren, Zackery Heller, David Heller, Eva Guenther, Lilly Guenther and Hannah Heller; a great grandson, Benjamin Heller; three nieces, Karen Mazzotta, Dolly (Dan) Young and Cathy (Greg) Yearick; a nephew, David Passell; and many other great nieces and nephews, extended family and friends.
In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by three siblings: Samuel, Louis and Marilyn Mazzotta.
A Celebration of Joe's Life will be held on Sunday, September 22, 2024 at 2 P.M. at the Lock Haven Son's of Italy, 1 N. Henderson St., Lock Haven, PA 17745 with Pastor Joan Gordon officiating. Following his service, his family invites you to stay to share memories and one of his favorite meals.
Memorial contributions in Joe's memory may be made to Eastside Fire Rescue (former Hand-In-Hand Fire Company), c/o Moriarty Funeral Home & Crematory, 112 E. Church St., Lock Haven, PA 17745.
Online condolences may be sent by visiting www.moriartyfuneral.com
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