Joseph F. Palmieri passed away at home surrounded by his loving family. He was 93. Born and raised in East Boston, he was the son of the late Frank and Antonetta (Laudadio) Palmieri. Joe served in the US Army during the Korean War. After his discharge and marriage, he settled in Medford where he and his wife, Frances, raised their family. He worked as a machinist for many years until beginning a 25 year career as a letter carrier with the US Postal Service. His route was in his South Medford neighborhood where he was known and beloved by all his customers. He always had a kind smile and a warm hello for everyone he met along the way. Joe was devoted to his family, loved spending time together on the holidays, and enjoyed bowling and playing cards with family and friends. A Medford resident for over 50 years, Joe lived in Stoneham for several years before recently joining his daughter, Jeanne, in Braintree.
The beloved husband of the late Frances (Amato) Palmieri, who passed away in1998, Joe was a devoted father to Jeanne McCusker and her husband Joseph of Braintree, and Annette Houde and her husband Wally of Stoneham. He was a loving grandfather to Sean McCusker and Jennifer McCusker.
Joseph will be buried with his beloved wife at Oak Grove Cemetery, privately. His family will plan a Memorial Mass for Joseph in the future.
In lieu of flowers contributions may be made in Joe's name to Beacon Hospice-Amedisys, 32 Resnick Rd., suite 3, Plymouth, MA 02360.