Miano, Joseph Carl, 58, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, June 4, 2013 at his home in Phoenix AZ. Born on February 1, 1955 to Jack and Phyllis Miano in Norwalk CT. He graduated from Norwalk High School and studied Business at Norwalk Community College. He married his sweetheart Janice DeRosa on a rainy July 4th in 1981 in Norwalk. Then they left Connecticut and made their home in Rutland County, VT where Joe managed 3 NAPA Auto Parts Stores. In 1994, he and Janice relocated to Phoenix AZ. He was employed as a Partsman at Courtesy Chevrolet for the last 12 years. He is survived by his loving wife; mother Phyllis Miano of Norwalk CT; sister Linda Miano Mellow, nephew Michael M Mellow and niece Micaela Mellow, all of Columbia CT; sister-in-law, Cecily DeRosa of Scottsdale; cousins, David, Michelle, Kaylee, Meredith and Christopher Black of Gilbert; and two shelter-adopted canines. Joe was preceded in death by his father, Jack Miano, and his brother-in-law, Michael Mellow. A Celebration of his Life Service will take place on Wednesday, June 26, 2013 at 11am at the Whitney & Murphy Funeral Home, 4800 E Indian School Road, Phoenix. Joe was a registered organ donor, therefore in lieu of flowers, the family requests donations are made in his memory to: Donate Life Arizona, www.DonateLifeAZ.org; or the Arizona Animal Welfare League, www.aawl.org. Please visit www.whitneymurphyfuneralhome.com to leave his family an online condolence message.
Thomas Hulen
I am so sorry for your loss of Joe. My heart goes out for you all.
Susan and Alan Henry
I met Joe the once back in 2004, a more gracious and friendly host I have yet to meet. Janice I know your heart aches, all I can say is remember the good times and the love Joe gave to you and that you will be with him again when the Lord calls you also. He will be waiting and watching over you. Our thoughts are with you.
Pam Jones
Words are inadequate but my heart cries for you. May the love you shared bring you strength.
Brian Frederick
Janice, Phyllis & Linda, I don’t think I could ever express how much Joe’s friendship has meant over the years, I think it’s about 42 years give or take a few months to be exact. We had a lot of fun and had some really great times that I will never forget. As a friend of ours said “Joe was a good guy” and I think that sums it up the best. We lost a good husband, son, brother & friend way too soon.
Kathy Roediger
Janice – I am so sorry for your loss. Please remember how many friends you have and how much we all love and support you. May all of your happy memories of Joe help you through this sad time.
Beth and Bill Woodin
Happily, love does not die. That and your strength, Janice, will see you through this tough time. Our thoughts and warm wishes embrace you, your family, and close ones.
Angela Malcolm
Janice…I am thankful I was finally able to meet Joe on Memorial Day. I am so sorry to hear about his passing. Know that I am thinking of you often and sending you my love. Let me know if you need any help. I will see you in the 26th. Peace and love to you, Angela
Bob Costello
Joe was a great friend and made Arizona a better place. Janice I’m so sorry for your loss. He will be greatly missed by all that knew him!
Tom Logue
Janice, we have never met. But, my hart felt condolences go out to you. My time spent with Joe at the races will never be foregotton. We all were truely blessed having Joe as a part of our lives.
Bill and Sue Thornton
Dear Janice: Although we never met Joe we were deeply saddened to learn of his passing. Our thoughts are with you.
fred and mary mcatee
Joe was truly a good friend. We still think of the great times we had together. Our family still thinks of Aunt Janice and Uncle Joe. Much love to you Janice.
Dan Smith
I am so sad to hear of Joe’s passing. He was such a great guy and will truly be missed. I have so many memories of Joe and they all make me smile. He taught me so much over the years. My heart goes out to you Janice.
Dan Smith
I am so sad to hear of Joe’s passing. He was such a great guy and will truly be missed. I have so many memories of Joe and they all make me smile. He taught me so much over the years.
MARY O'Meara
My thoughts and prayers are with you and all your family Janice.
John & Debbie Singer from Norwalk, CT
We are shocked & saddened to hear that Joe is gone. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all. Joe & John were childhood friends and grew up in the same neighborhood together. Joe drove his mom crazy playing the drums in his room. My best memory in life was when Joe, Steve and I traveled cross country together after we graduated high school. Hope your loving memories will help you all along. Our
deepest sympathy to all of you.
june and Peter Gaden
Our dear special friend Janice, how very sad we are that you no longer have that you no longer have Joe with you.. He was a beautiful man and fun to be with. We have some lovely memories of him and will always think of him kindly. I so wish I could be there to hold you.; know that you always have our love. I am thinking of, and praying for you.
With much love
Sue Bell - Surprise, AZ
To Janice and to all those who loved Joe,
My heart goes out to all of you. Joe was a very special person, and all those who knew him will miss him greatly. He will never be forgotten. Janice, I will always be there for you, in any way I can. Be strong and remember – your dear Joe will always be right by your side. May you be able to find peace in that. Let your precious memories carry you through.
My Sympathy and Love To You,
Tom and Sally Woods
Janice: We only met Joe once, but he clearly was a strong and giving person. We stand with you in this time of sadness.
Jayne
Janice,
My heart is so heavy after hearing the news. I always enjoyed visiting you and having a meal grilled on the barbie by Joe. He loved his dogs, but he loved you very much. You could easily see that in all he did for you. I wish you strength and comfort in this time ahead. Joe will always be remembered fondly.
Love,
Jayne
Marilyn & Les Dixon
We are so shocked and saddened by the loss of Joe. He was a real friend, a good and kind man. We have such good memories especially those happy BBQs at your home.. He was a special husband Janice and our love is with you at this sad time.
Sandy Bahr
Janice,
I am so sorry about your great loss. I cannot imagine how difficult this must be for you. I know you have many wonderful memories to give you comfort and a lifetime of love. Big hugs to you and to Joe’s family.
Bonnie Bariola
Janice – my thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time.
Janet & Peter Fagan
Dear Janice, We feel honored and privileged to have known Joe. What a great guy he was. Remember all those DiamondBacks games we went to! We know you feel the pain of his loss but know that he’s there in spirit by your side and take comfort in the memories. We’ll be there tomorrow for the memorial service. Love, Janet & Peter
Janet & Peter Fagan
Dear Janice, Joe was an A #1 guy. We are privileged and honored to know him. Remember those DiamondBack games! (and brunches)! Take comfort in knowing he is by your side in spirit. We will be there tomorrow at the service. Love, Janet & Peter
Barbara Oster and BettyGene Buda
Both Joe and you, Janice, were always a part of our life in Norwalk. His mother always talks about how happy you both are living in Arizona. She misses not being able to go out there for the service and sends her love. We miss our Joey and you, too. Carry on and be well.
Melanie Turner
Janice, It was with much sadness that I received the news of Joe’s passing. May you take comfort in the happy and wonderful memories of your life together. My sincere condolences go out to you and your entire family. ~ Melanie
Ed McGrath Charlotte NC
YOU ARE IN MY THOUGHTS AND PRAYERS.