Joseph C. "Joe" Vescio

Mr. Joseph C. “Joe” Vescio, age 68, of Utica, passed away peacefully on Thursday, July 27, 2006 at the St. Elizabeth Medial Center. His loving family and friends were by his side at the time of his passing. Born in Rome, NY on August 4, 1937, Joe was the son of the late Joseph C. and Elizabeth (Rivecca) Vescio. He was raised locally, and attended T.R. Proctor High School. Joe was a driver for the Utica Transit Authority for 30 years until his retirement in 1994. Many people may remember the lilting tunes that Joe would whistle as he drove the streets of the Utica area. As a father, he was an idol to his children, providing them with support and unconditional love. His influence was indelible, and shaped the decisions they made as adults. His grandchildren were his greatest legacy in his life; they affectionately called him “Boo-Boo”. A man of genuine musical talent, he was an accomplished trumpet player and a former member of the Black Hawks Drum Corps. He proudly traveled to compete in numerous music competitions. Joe was a sports enthusiast and a loyal fan of the New York Yankees. Mr. Vescio is survived by two daughters and sons-in-law, Debbie and Howard Callahan of West Winfield, NY, and Dawn and Gerry Dougherty of Amsterdam, NY; his grandchildren, Jodie and Miles, Jamie and Mike, and Tabatha and Donald. Also surviving are five great-grandchildren, Kody, Marissa, Angel, Timmy, and Justin. In addition, Joe leaves a sister, Kathleen and a brother, Nicholas; also surviving are many nieces, nephews, great-nieces, great-nephews, and cousins; and his loyal and cherished friends, Chris, Madison, and Dion, and Francine Scalzo. The family offers its sincere thanks to Dr. Dulkin, and the nurses and staff of the ICU at the St. Elizabeth Medical Center for their constant support and honesty. Their personal commitment to caring for Joe and his family was invaluable. Visitation will be held Monday (today) from 5-7 at the Eannace Funeral Home, Inc., 932 South St., corner of Hammond Ave. By family request, please omit floral offerings. Relatives and friends are respectfully invited to attend a Celebration of Joe’s life, which will take place at the funeral home at 7:00 immediately upon the conclusion of visitation, with Father Val Krul officiating.

Joseph C. "Joe" Vescio

August 4, 1937 - July 27, 2006