Joseph Graziano

Joseph Graziano, 96, a resident of Magnolia Gardens, Toms River, passed away on May 19, 2011. He was a tailor and worked in the garment district in New York for many years. He was a past member of St. Robert Bellarmine Roman Catholic Church, Freehold Township. Born in Newark, he resided in the Vailsburg section of Newark, in Covered Bridge and in The Villages, Howell before moving to Magnolia Gardens in 2005. Joseph was a devoted husband to his beloved wife, Domenica "Minnie" Graziano, who predeceased him in 2005. Together they were avid travelers, visiting many countries, taking a cruise around the world and spending time in Italy, touring and visiting with relatives. Jospeh loved dancing, Italian food and photography. Over the years, he produced many beautiful pictures of nature, photos of family events and portaits of his loving wife. With his quick smile and outgoing personality. he made many friends of both residents and staff members at Magnolia Gardens during the years he spent there. Joseph is survived by his sister in law, Lucille Spalletta of Toms River, six nieces and nephews, 19 great nieces and nephews and five great great nieces and nephews.