Joseph R Calderone

August 14, 2015

Calderone, Joseph R of Sweetwater, was called home to be with the Lord on August 14, 2015. Joe was born in Camden, raised in Hammonton and later made his home in Sweetwater. Joe served in the United States Navy as an electrician. After his discharge from the military, Joe was employed by the Long Island Railroad then later at Bally's Park Place and The Atlantic Palace in Atlantic City. Joe was a member of the International Union of Operating Engineers Local 68. He also ran his own electrical business for over 40 years where he taught both of his sons the trade. Joe was an active member of the Weekstown Community Church where he also served as a board member. He had a strong faith and great love for the Lord. Joe enjoyed traveling the world with his wife Judy by his side. He enjoyed spending time with his friends and looked foward to having lunch with the guys. He was a thoughtful and caring person who was always helping those in need. He loved his family and enjoyed the time he spent with them. He had a very special place in his heart for his grandchildren. He spent many afternoons at their sporting events, playing games with them and especially taking them for hikes in Batsto. He was predeceased by his loving and faithful wife of 43 years, Judy; his parents Joseph and Kathryn and his brother Anthony. He is survived by his sons Joseph (Adrienne) of Mays Landing, and Gregory (Melissa) of Egg Harbor Township; grandchildren Ashley, Isabella and Christian; Sister Rosemary; sisters in laws Harriet, Nancy and Phyllis; Brother in law Bob; close friend and companion Grace Silipino as well as many nieces and nephews. A Memorial Service will be held at the Weekstown Community Church 5663 Pleasant Mills Road Egg Harbor City, NJ 08215 on August 21, 2015 at 10:30 am. Friends will be greeted from 9:00 to 10:15 am at the church. Interment will be private at the families reques . In lieu of flowers please make donations in Joseph's memory to The Weekstown Community Church. Arrangements have been trusted to Saraceno Funeral Home in Egg Harbor City . Online condolences can be sent to www.saracenofuneralhome.com.