Joseph M. LaGamba 1963-2022

Joey will always be remembered for his sense of humor, kindness and friendly personality.

He was born Jan. 24, 1963, in Youngstown, the son of Joseph and Theresa Isoldi LaGamba, and was a lifelong area resident.

Joey was a 1981 graduate of Cardinal Mooney High School and a member of the Teamsters Local 377. He was employed with Tamarkin Company in the warehouse and as a semi-truck driver.

Joey had many passions throughout his life. He enjoyed listening to ’70s music, as well as and especially Ray Charles and The Beatles; watching and playing “Jeopardy!”; he was an avid college sports fan; barbecuing on his grill; and he loved to play golf.

He leaves behind to hold onto memories of him, his wife of more than 24 years, the former Cora Duncan, whom he married April 16, 1997; three children, Jordan LaGamba of Austintown, Giavanna LaGamba of New York City and Ava LaGamba of Austintown; his mother, Theresa LaGamba; his siblings, JoAnn LaGamba and Karen DeLisio, both of Austintown, the Rev. Anthony (Renee) LaGamba of Louisiana, Elizabeth (Ken) Roaden of Dayton and Terese (Brian) Richey of Boardman; and his beloved cat, Needle; along with many nieces, nephews, cousins and friends.

Joey was preceded in death by his father, Joseph LaGamba.

Family and friends may pay their respects from 10 to 11:55 a.m. Saturday, Jan. 8, 2022, at the Rossi & Santucci Funeral Home, 4221Market St., Boardman, where funeral services will follow at noon, with Pastor Tony LaGamba as officiant.

Due to the continuing pandemic, the family requests all those attending calling hours or the funeral service are to wear masks or facial coverings, and to respect social distancing guidelines.

In lieu of flowers, material contributions may be made in Joe’s name, to help defray funeral expenses, to Rossi & Santucci Funeral Home, 4221 Market St., Youngstown, OH 44512.

Family and friends may visit www.rossisantuccifh.com. to view this obituary, sign the guest book and send condolences to Joe’s family.

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