Joseph J. Scire

Mr. Joseph J. “Joe” Scire, age 84, of New Hartford, and formerly of Utica, passed away on Monday, November 7, 2011 at the Faxton-St. Luke’s Healthcare Center with his loving family by his side. Joseph was born in Utica on October 10, 1927, the son of the late Joseph and Rose (Maggiore) Scire. He was brought up in Utica and attended local schools. Joe honorably served his country in the United States Navy from 1944-1948. On August 30, 1947, he married his childhood sweetheart, the former Catherine “Katie” Medici who passed away on September 25, 1991; they truly grew in love of mind and spirit during their 44 year union. Joe’s incredibly lengthy career as a machinist at the Bendix Corporation spanned 40 years prior to his retirement in 1992. An excellent provider, he placed others before himself, and his children will remember him as a great father who led by example. He made time to laugh and had a healthy sense of humor. An intelligent, self-taught man, he was also a talented Mr. Fix-it, not only for his own family, but also for his friends. He was musically gifted and able to play the harmonica, piano, and organ, by ear. Joe simply took life day by day, spent time with his family, and cherished the memories. At one time, he was a member of the Whitestown Vets. He was of the Catholic faith. Joe is survived by his daughter and son-in-law, Geri and Mike Szczesniak of Liverpool; his son and daughter-in-law, Dennis and Ann Scire of New Hartford; his grandchildren, Michael and Lynn Szczesniak of Taberg, Scott and Amy Szczesniak of Liverpool, Carrie and Jeff Robinson of Whitesboro, and Denise Scire of New Hartford; and his great-grandchildren, Kaitlyn, Madison, Michael, Lyndsay, Nikki, Liz, Ashley, Jeffrey, Carley, Courtney, and Emily. He also leaves his brother, Jim Scire of Montana; many nieces, nephews, great-nieces, great-nephews, and cousins. Joe was fortunate to share in a second marriage of 14 years with the former Joan Wais who passed away on October 19, 2010. He is also survived by her family, Bruce and Ann Wais and their children Chrissie, Derrick, and Michael; Cindy and Ray Carlson and their children Jenna, and Elise. He was predeceased by his sisters, Mary Corabi, and Josephine Kowalczyk; his brothers, Thomas Scire, Sam Scire, and Jack Scire; and many in-laws of the Medici family. The family sends many thanks to the staff of the Faxton-St. Luke’s Healthcare Center, the Intensive Care Unit nurses, Dr. Jerry Sloan and staff, including Sandy, and Beverly Robinson, who extended much devotion and professionalism in caring for Joe. Visitation will be held Thursday from 10:30-12:30 at the Eannace Funeral Home, Inc., 932 South St., corner of Hammond Ave. Joe’s funeral service and Celebration of Life will commence on Thursday at 12:30 the funeral home immediately upon conclusion of visitation with Fr. Anthony P. LaFache officiating. Committal prayers and entombment will take place in Calvary Cemetery Mausoleum.

Joseph J. Scire

October 10, 1927 - November 7, 2011