Joseph F. Tomasello Obituary - Visitation & Funeral Information

TOMASELLO, Sgt. Joseph F. – 61, of Cape May Court House and formerly of Atlantic County, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, June 9, 2015 in the comfort of his home after a long battle with cancer caused by his call to duty as a responder after the World Trade Center attack on 9/11/01. Joe is predeceased by his parents, Francis and Dorothy Tomasello and his brother, Carl Tomasello. Joe is dearly missed by his loving family, which include the love of his life, his wife Irene, who was always by his side; his daughters, Joanne (and Scott) and Antoinette (and Richard); also, Carla, Rebecca (and Teddy) and Lauren whom he loved like daughters; six wonderful grandchildren, Sarah, Megan, Joshua, Jennifer, Ava and Teddy, all of whom he adored and two of his surviving brothers, John (and Pauline) and Frank Tomasello who treasured Joe. Joe served in the NJ Army National Guard, 57th Troop Command and 112th Field Artillery for 25 years and was awarded many commendations during his active duty before and after 9/11. He was a longtime member of the VFW whose mission was near and dear to his heart. Joe was a highly respected Atlantic County Sheriff Officer for 25 years. He was an avid hunter, fisherman and K-9 lover, leaving behind his faithful friend, General. His love for the outdoors and the woods were well known by all. He was a wonderful husband, father, grandfather and friend. All he ever wanted was for his family to be safe and happy. He was one of the “Good Guys.” As his granddaughter will say…”Poppy is in Heaven.” Joe’s Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Monday (June 15th) at 12 noon in St. Agnes RC Church, 501 Cape Ave., Cape May Point where friends will be received from 10:30am – 12 noon. Interment with Military Honors will follow in the Atlantic County Veterans Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, Joe asks that you please take the time to be kind to one another. - Even though this website offers many options of sending flowers, please respect the family's request to not send flowers and take the time to simply be kind to one another to honor Joe.

Joseph F. Tomasello

July 27, 1953 - June 9, 2015