Mr. Jose "Peppi" Adroved

Mr. Jose “Peppi” Adroved, age 85 passed away on Sunday, December 14, 2014 at the Faxton-St. Luke’s Healthcare Center with his loving family by his side. Born in Puerto Rico on February 13, 1929, Jose was the son of the late Sotero and Juanita (Duran) Adrofet. He was raised and educated in Puerto Rico. On June 29, 1956 he married the former Joan M. Bailey with whom he shared 46 years of constant love and devotion until her passing on April 26, 2003. Jose and Joan were blessed with 16 children, a bond that connected the family with a love and respect that exists to this day. A hard working man, Jose was a good provider holding employment at the New York Bakery, the House and Crouse Restaurant, and the City of Utica Department of Public Works, until his disability. At home, his family looked upon Jose as a gift from God in their lives. Things were not always perfect but what they could count on was his love, support, and guidance. With his strong strength of character, he was a positive role model for his children and provided them with a secure environment and many good memories. He valued education, responsible behavior, and the virtues of earning an honest living. His children were proud of their Dad and honored their opportunity to care for him in his time of need, as he had cared for them in their earlier years. Jose traveled to Puerto Rico each year to visit his family and cared for his family’s land that was so precious to him. Thanksgiving was also a special time for the Adroved family to gather, and memories of that holiday are fondly embraced in their hearts. Jose was a man of faith and led the way for his children to attend Mass and receive their Sacraments. He was previously a dedicated parishioner of St. Francis DeSales Church, and currently a communicant of Historic Old St. John’s Church. Jose is survived by his children and their families, Joseph Adroved, Michael and Bonnie Adroved, Mary Ann Williams-Walts and her husband Dave, Paul Adroved, Rose M. Colon, Bertha Nugent, Ruth Adroved, Florence Adroved, Marguerite Adroved, Patricia and Aaron Berman, Jose A. Adroved, David Adroved, Mark Adroved and Mary Bohling, and Ann and David Manore. He held close to his heart the memory of his infant son, John, who preceded him in death. He also cherished the memory of his son, Patrick A. Adroved, who passed away on February 9, 1996, and he mourned the loss of his grandsons, Joseph A. Adroved, Jr., and Steven A. Adroved. He also leaves many grandchildren; numerous great-grandchildren; his brother and sister-in-law, Freddy and Linda Otero. His extended family includes many nieces, nephews, great-nieces, great-nephews, cousins, and in-laws. He was predeceased by his son-in-law, Victor Colon. The family extends heartfelt appreciation to the nurses and staff of the St. Joseph Nursing Home especially Debbie and the Faxton-St. Lukes Healthcare Center for all the care and concern shown to Jose and his family. Visitation will be held Wednesday from 3:00 - 6:00 at the Eannace Funeral Home, Inc., 932 South St., corner of Hammond Ave. Those wishing to express an act of kindness in lieu of flowers may make a donation to Historic Old St. John’s Church; envelopes will be available at the funeral home. Jose’s funeral service and Celebration of Life will commence on Thursday morning at 9:00 from the funeral home and at 10:00 at Historic Old St. John’s Church where his Mass of Christian Burial will be offered by Rev. John Beuhler. Committal prayers will be offered graveside with interment in Calvary Cemetery.

Mr. Jose "Peppi" Adroved

February 13, 1929 - December 14, 2014