Gesuele Tartaglia, 71, of Port Charlotte, Florida passed away Saturday, February 11, 2012 at Peace River Regional Medical Center in Port Charlotte. Gesuele was born November 22, 1940 In Italy and moved to Port Charlotte 8 years ago from Bridgeport, Connecticut. He was an amazing man who worked very hard to provide for his family.…
Continue ReadingGesuele Tartaglia, 71, of Port Charlotte, Florida passed away Saturday, February 11, 2012 at Peace River Regional Medical Center in Port Charlotte.
Gesuele was born November 22, 1940 In Italy and moved to Port Charlotte 8 years ago from Bridgeport, Connecticut. He was an amazing man who worked very hard to provide for his family. Gesuele retired from Pepperidge Farm in 2005. He worked at Bridgeport Brass of South Norwalk, CT for many years. He was an avid Bocce player and was very active with riding his bicycle. His most memorable moments in life was always spending time with his grandchildren. Gesuele was a wonderful husband, father, brother, grandfather and friend and will always be remembered and loved by all who knew him.
He is survived by his loving wife of 53 years, Teresa; 2 sons, Anthony (Gale) Tartaglia of Shelton, CT and Domenic (Susan) Tartaglia of Milford, CT; a daughter, Carmela (Sabino) Falconieri of Shelton, CT; a sister, Carmela Tartaglia-Valle of Italy; a brother, Pasquale (Connie) Tartaglia of Norwalk, CT; 8 grandchildren, Joseph, Dana, Anthony, Michael, Kristina, Robert, Jenna and Amanda; his beloved sister in laws, Maria and Robert Hemingway and Carmela and Achille Battaglia; and his brother in laws, Generoso and Elpidio Rauccio. He was preceded in death by his loving brother, Nuzio Tartaglia.
Visitation will be 5:00PM-8:00PM, Friday, February 17, 2012 at Roberson Funeral Home Port Charlotte Chapel. Mass of Christian Burial will be held 10:00AM, Saturday, February 18, 2012 at San Antonio Catholic Church in Port Charlotte. Entombment will follow to Restlawn Memorial Gardens in Port Charlotte, FL.
Friends may visit online at www.robersonfh.com to sign the memory book and extend condolences to the family. Arrangements are by Roberson Funeral Home, Port Charlotte Chapel.
Cathy Paris
left a message on February 15, 2012:
Carmella & Family;
Our sincere condolenses to all of you, May your Dad rest in peace and remember all the suffering is no longer!
From: Cathy Paris & Family
Vinnie Treppiedi
left a message on February 14, 2012:
What a wonderful man, you will be greatly missed. you are loved by many. Joe you are and always will be in our hearts. thanks for being our friend.
Rest in Peace.
Gino, Millie and Vinnie Treppiedi
Kathy & Vinny
left a message on February 14, 2012:
Dear Teresa & Family,
I will never forget the day we met in front of my home. You, Teresa was
passing by going for your morning walk and I turned my head and you said
"Welcome to the neighborhood". Joe was outside your home and you waved to him and he walked over to our house to meet us. That was July 3rd of 2010, and that was the day we all became friends. It was our pleasure to have know Joe, even if it was just for a while. We will always remember the times we gathered around your kitchen table, talking, laughing.
Joe will be sorely missed by us....and we are glad to have know him.
Godspeed, Joe!!!!
BETTY & JOE ZUMBO
left a message on February 14, 2012:
Theresa and family,
our sincerest condolences at this very sad time. I remember Joe as a funny person who was always cracking a joke. He always seemed to have a handsome smile on his face. We will pray for Joe and for all the family members...may GOD help you through this very difficult time.
Fusco
left a message on February 15, 2012:
With deepest sympathy
Love,
The Fusco's
Peace of mind is a call away. We’re here when you need us most.
Carmela & Mario
left a message on February 15, 2012:
With our deepest sympathy
Lisa DeGirolamo & Family
left a message on February 15, 2012:
Our thoughts and prayers to all of you.
With deepest sympathy
Joe and Vicki D'Auria
left a message on February 15, 2012:
Carmela, Sabino, Kristina, Jenna and Amanda...
We are so sorry for your loss, our thoughts and prayers go out to all of you at this time of sorrow...
xoxoxoxox Joe and Vicki
Sandra
left a message on February 15, 2012:
You will be forever missed ..I loved you very much .you are no longer suffering .May you rest in peace ..You were loved by all ..
Domenic Tartaglia
left a message on February 15, 2012:
Dad I'm going to miss you very much. I'll never forget you. I rember you taking me to work with you when I was seven years old on your bread route and we stocked all the store windows with bread , and I'll never forgot your hard work ethic working two jobs most of your life so we would have a good life and I know thats were I got my hard work ethic and I wanted to thank you for that . I'll always love you and I'll try to take care of mommy the best I can. LOVE YOU your son Domenic Say high to uncle Nuzio and uncle Biaggio
JoAnn Gaudiano Sandolo
left a message on February 15, 2012:
R.I.P. My Uncle Joe "Jackson" - A man that always put the children & family first. He always went out of his way for FUN, Good Conversation , Respect & Love when it came to " US KIDS" ;) ...My memories of the 4th of July parades & picnics at the castle island or just a regular family sunday being all together . I'll never forget you or the values you taught me ♥♥♥
Love Always , JoAnn & Dino Sandolo & Family
James DeCarlo
left a message on February 15, 2012:
My life was changed the day I met Joe T. We worked as a team for 8 years and he became like a Father to me. He taught me the value of hard work, and the importance of family and friends. I have so many memories that I can still hear his voice in my prayers.
We all have been blessed by his time on this Earth and though his passing is sad, we are happy to have been close to him. May he rest in peace.
God Bless Him,
Jim, Janet, and Alissa DeCarlo
Sandy Sullivan
left a message on February 15, 2012:
For my dear friends Tony and Gale and Anthony, Michael and Robert, my deepest sympathy for the loss of your Dad. He was a wonderful man and I was honored and priviledged to have had the chance to know him. I will keep all of you in my thoughts and prayers. With love, Sandy
Jim and Fran Romano
left a message on February 15, 2012:
You are in our hearts and prayers.
Carmela Falconieri
left a message on February 11, 2013:
MEMORIAM In Loving Memory of Gesuele "Joseph" Tartaglia November 22, 1940 - February 11, 2012 A year ago today You were taken away. We still ask why it had to be this way. Deep in our hearts The great sadness and pain will never go away. Our lives have not been the same Since the day you floated away. Your voice and laughter that filled our ears Is now so far away. Your smiling face seems to be fading away. Our memories of you will not be frayed. Your kind and gentle ways Will forever in our hearts stay. As it will always be this way. Your greatness will forever stay the same. Your soul is here to stay. You are greatly missed by many Far too many to be named. Our eternal love for you will never change. With love always your family, Teresa, Anthony, Carmela, Domenic, Gale, Sabino, Susan, Joseph, Dana, Anthony Jr. Michael, Kristina, Robert, Jenna & Amanda
Alicia, David, Kaitlyn and Ryan Smith
left a message on February 15, 2012:
Dear Tony, Carmela, Gale, Sabino, Anthony, Michael, Robert, Kristina, Jenna and Amanda,
We are so sorry for the loss of your father/father-in-law/grandfather. Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you, and the rest of your family, during this very difficult time. May your wonderful memories of him be a source of comfort to you!! Look at the beautiful pictures you have from your Christmas visit, and know that your dad/father-in-law/grandfather is now at peace, and no longer suffering. Please let us know if there is anything you need. Take care
The Ursini Families
left a message on February 15, 2012:
Dear Teresa, Carmela, Sabino & Tartaglia families,
We are so very sorry for your loss. Our deepest sympathies to you all. May your memories always stay close to your heart.
Lenny, Francine Jake and Zachary Parente
left a message on February 15, 2012:
We realize that there is really little or nothing one can say in a situation like this, but we hope that it will help you to know that we are thinking of you and your family. You all have our deepest sympathy. We will be thinking of you over the next several days. Safe travels.
Michael
left a message on February 16, 2012:
To my godfather, I will keep you close to my heart for you are the best, I will remember your laughter and great sense of humor you were a true godfather always watching over me for this you will be in my heart forever. "May you rest in peace see, I'll see you later"
LINO RECINE
left a message on February 16, 2012:
TERESA AND FAMILY,
SORRY FOR YOUR LOSS A FRIENDSHIP FOR OVER 40 YEARS WILL NOT BE EASYILY FORGOTTEN THANKYOU FOR ALL THE WONDERFULL MEMORIES YOU AND YOUR FAMILY HAVE SHARED WITH US, MAY GOD BLESS YOUR FAMILY DURING THESE DIFFICULT TIMES
Peace of mind is a call away. We’re here when you need us most.
Carmela
left a message on February 16, 2012:
Dad, words cannot express the void and emptiness I feel since you have been gone. I will always remember the beautiful dresses you bought me from Skydel's when I was little. Also, when you would come from work after working second shift and checking on me and getting me a glass of milk. I can still remember the look on your face when we gave you the surprise 70th bday party. I never imagined it would be the last party we would have for you. I will never forget our last Christmas together - the unspoken words between me and you - I knew you were hanging on just to be with us all. You worked hard all your life to provide for us. I know now that you are in heaven you will be in peace. Please continue to look down on me and my family so that we can continue to follow the right path. Rest in peace...love your only daughter oxoxo.
Debbie Fillmann
left a message on February 17, 2012:
Joe T. was and will always be the greatest neighbor we will ever know. I will miss him standing down his driveway to "see me off to work", I will miss him singing in Italian while he trims his trees on a Saturaday morning, then later in the day asking me if "he woke me up". :) He fought a good fight, and will always be loved.
Mr and Mrs Elpidio Rauccio
left a message on February 18, 2012:
We will miss you forever .Will never forget all the great things you have done for us when we first came to this country ..We will miss your voice .Rest in peace .
nino falconieri
left a message on February 19, 2012:
Theresa ,Carmela,Tony, Dom we are so sorry for your loss Joe was such a good guy. One time when he took me for a ride and we ended up at rye playland just out of the blue. He let me go on the rides and bought me lunch because that was the kinda guy he was always making people happy. He will be missed
Alissa (DeCarlo) DeGregorio
left a message on February 20, 2012:
Teresa and Family,
Joe was a wonderful Godfather to me, and even though I didn't get to see him that often I knew that he loved me and was watching over me always. I have met very few people in my life who were as kind, sincere, funny and thoughtful as he was. He will be greatly missed.
My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. Joe will never be forgotten.
Love,
Alissa (DeCarlo) DeGregorio
Robert Doris (Zito/Tartaglia)
left a message on February 25, 2012:
Dear Teresa, Carmela, Tony, Domenic and families,
I was shocked and very saddened to hear of Gesuele's passing. The tributes that I have been reading here are beautiful and truly reflect many of the qualities of this wonderful man and his family that I had the honor to finally meet, if only once, after a few phone conversations. I called him a few years ago, out of the blue, while doing research on our family tree, always stuck when it came to those Connecticut relatives who nobody seemed to know. I didn't even know if I had the right person. He called me back, all excited and assured me I had the right person. He was so open and big hearted and couldn't wait to share what he knew of our family here and in Italy. We compare notes and even some photos. I knew from talking to him that I had to meet him! When we did get together, in Connecticut, what a surprise! I got to meet almost the entire family and sit down to eat with you too. I was immediately comfortable and felt like I belonged. That is the sign of a big and loving heart, passed all the way down and through his wonderful grandchildren too. He and Patsy took me around and to the cemetery so I could know where the relative are buried. His sense of family and its history was so strong and he loved that I cared and that I made the connection. I am so grateful for that experience. I thought for sure we would have the opportunity to meet again but, very sadly, that is not to be. My heart goes out to all of you. When someone that loving dies, the pain is that much greater. That love never goes away, it will always remain in you and it will, eventually, lessen and ease the ache of his physical absence. Rest in peace, Gesuele. Thank you. With deepest sympathy, Robert
Kristina Falconieri
left a message on January 31, 2013:
Pop, it has almost been a year since you have passed away and still to this day i cant believe it, I miss you calling me Falconieri and always cracking jokes. I miss our one hour conversations daily and the way that you could always make me laugh. I will never forget all the times that we had together to Seaside park, Playland and the mall. You were more than my pop you were my best friend and my role model. I will always remember you as the last time you hugged me and told me you loved me. Love you forever and always <3 <3 Kristina
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Cathy Paris
left a message on February 15, 2012:
Carmella & Family;
Our sincere condolenses to all of you, May your Dad rest in peace and remember all the suffering is no longer!
From: Cathy Paris & Family
Vinnie Treppiedi
left a message on February 14, 2012:
What a wonderful man, you will be greatly missed. you are loved by many. Joe you are and always will be in our hearts. thanks for being our friend.
Rest in Peace.
Gino, Millie and Vinnie Treppiedi
Kathy & Vinny
left a message on February 14, 2012:
Dear Teresa & Family,
I will never forget the day we met in front of my home. You, Teresa was
passing by going for your morning walk and I turned my head and you said
"Welcome to the neighborhood". Joe was outside your home and you waved to him and he walked over to our house to meet us. That was July 3rd of 2010, and that was the day we all became friends. It was our pleasure to have know Joe, even if it was just for a while. We will always remember the times we gathered around your kitchen table, talking, laughing.
Joe will be sorely missed by us....and we are glad to have know him.
Godspeed, Joe!!!!
BETTY & JOE ZUMBO
left a message on February 14, 2012:
Theresa and family,
our sincerest condolences at this very sad time. I remember Joe as a funny person who was always cracking a joke. He always seemed to have a handsome smile on his face. We will pray for Joe and for all the family members...may GOD help you through this very difficult time.
Fusco
left a message on February 15, 2012:
With deepest sympathy
Love,
The Fusco's
Peace of mind is a call away. We’re here when you need us most.
Carmela & Mario
left a message on February 15, 2012:
With our deepest sympathy
Lisa DeGirolamo & Family
left a message on February 15, 2012:
Our thoughts and prayers to all of you.
With deepest sympathy
Joe and Vicki D'Auria
left a message on February 15, 2012:
Carmela, Sabino, Kristina, Jenna and Amanda...
We are so sorry for your loss, our thoughts and prayers go out to all of you at this time of sorrow...
xoxoxoxox Joe and Vicki
Sandra
left a message on February 15, 2012:
You will be forever missed ..I loved you very much .you are no longer suffering .May you rest in peace ..You were loved by all ..
Domenic Tartaglia
left a message on February 15, 2012:
Dad I'm going to miss you very much. I'll never forget you. I rember you taking me to work with you when I was seven years old on your bread route and we stocked all the store windows with bread , and I'll never forgot your hard work ethic working two jobs most of your life so we would have a good life and I know thats were I got my hard work ethic and I wanted to thank you for that . I'll always love you and I'll try to take care of mommy the best I can. LOVE YOU your son Domenic Say high to uncle Nuzio and uncle Biaggio
JoAnn Gaudiano Sandolo
left a message on February 15, 2012:
R.I.P. My Uncle Joe "Jackson" - A man that always put the children & family first. He always went out of his way for FUN, Good Conversation , Respect & Love when it came to " US KIDS" ;) ...My memories of the 4th of July parades & picnics at the castle island or just a regular family sunday being all together . I'll never forget you or the values you taught me ♥♥♥
Love Always , JoAnn & Dino Sandolo & Family
James DeCarlo
left a message on February 15, 2012:
My life was changed the day I met Joe T. We worked as a team for 8 years and he became like a Father to me. He taught me the value of hard work, and the importance of family and friends. I have so many memories that I can still hear his voice in my prayers.
We all have been blessed by his time on this Earth and though his passing is sad, we are happy to have been close to him. May he rest in peace.
God Bless Him,
Jim, Janet, and Alissa DeCarlo
Sandy Sullivan
left a message on February 15, 2012:
For my dear friends Tony and Gale and Anthony, Michael and Robert, my deepest sympathy for the loss of your Dad. He was a wonderful man and I was honored and priviledged to have had the chance to know him. I will keep all of you in my thoughts and prayers. With love, Sandy
Jim and Fran Romano
left a message on February 15, 2012:
You are in our hearts and prayers.
Carmela Falconieri
left a message on February 11, 2013:
MEMORIAM In Loving Memory of Gesuele "Joseph" Tartaglia November 22, 1940 - February 11, 2012 A year ago today You were taken away. We still ask why it had to be this way. Deep in our hearts The great sadness and pain will never go away. Our lives have not been the same Since the day you floated away. Your voice and laughter that filled our ears Is now so far away. Your smiling face seems to be fading away. Our memories of you will not be frayed. Your kind and gentle ways Will forever in our hearts stay. As it will always be this way. Your greatness will forever stay the same. Your soul is here to stay. You are greatly missed by many Far too many to be named. Our eternal love for you will never change. With love always your family, Teresa, Anthony, Carmela, Domenic, Gale, Sabino, Susan, Joseph, Dana, Anthony Jr. Michael, Kristina, Robert, Jenna & Amanda
Alicia, David, Kaitlyn and Ryan Smith
left a message on February 15, 2012:
Dear Tony, Carmela, Gale, Sabino, Anthony, Michael, Robert, Kristina, Jenna and Amanda,
We are so sorry for the loss of your father/father-in-law/grandfather. Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you, and the rest of your family, during this very difficult time. May your wonderful memories of him be a source of comfort to you!! Look at the beautiful pictures you have from your Christmas visit, and know that your dad/father-in-law/grandfather is now at peace, and no longer suffering. Please let us know if there is anything you need. Take care
The Ursini Families
left a message on February 15, 2012:
Dear Teresa, Carmela, Sabino & Tartaglia families,
We are so very sorry for your loss. Our deepest sympathies to you all. May your memories always stay close to your heart.
Lenny, Francine Jake and Zachary Parente
left a message on February 15, 2012:
We realize that there is really little or nothing one can say in a situation like this, but we hope that it will help you to know that we are thinking of you and your family. You all have our deepest sympathy. We will be thinking of you over the next several days. Safe travels.
Michael
left a message on February 16, 2012:
To my godfather, I will keep you close to my heart for you are the best, I will remember your laughter and great sense of humor you were a true godfather always watching over me for this you will be in my heart forever. "May you rest in peace see, I'll see you later"
LINO RECINE
left a message on February 16, 2012:
TERESA AND FAMILY,
SORRY FOR YOUR LOSS A FRIENDSHIP FOR OVER 40 YEARS WILL NOT BE EASYILY FORGOTTEN THANKYOU FOR ALL THE WONDERFULL MEMORIES YOU AND YOUR FAMILY HAVE SHARED WITH US, MAY GOD BLESS YOUR FAMILY DURING THESE DIFFICULT TIMES
Peace of mind is a call away. We’re here when you need us most.
Carmela
left a message on February 16, 2012:
Dad, words cannot express the void and emptiness I feel since you have been gone. I will always remember the beautiful dresses you bought me from Skydel's when I was little. Also, when you would come from work after working second shift and checking on me and getting me a glass of milk. I can still remember the look on your face when we gave you the surprise 70th bday party. I never imagined it would be the last party we would have for you. I will never forget our last Christmas together - the unspoken words between me and you - I knew you were hanging on just to be with us all. You worked hard all your life to provide for us. I know now that you are in heaven you will be in peace. Please continue to look down on me and my family so that we can continue to follow the right path. Rest in peace...love your only daughter oxoxo.
Debbie Fillmann
left a message on February 17, 2012:
Joe T. was and will always be the greatest neighbor we will ever know. I will miss him standing down his driveway to "see me off to work", I will miss him singing in Italian while he trims his trees on a Saturaday morning, then later in the day asking me if "he woke me up". :) He fought a good fight, and will always be loved.
Mr and Mrs Elpidio Rauccio
left a message on February 18, 2012:
We will miss you forever .Will never forget all the great things you have done for us when we first came to this country ..We will miss your voice .Rest in peace .
nino falconieri
left a message on February 19, 2012:
Theresa ,Carmela,Tony, Dom we are so sorry for your loss Joe was such a good guy. One time when he took me for a ride and we ended up at rye playland just out of the blue. He let me go on the rides and bought me lunch because that was the kinda guy he was always making people happy. He will be missed
Alissa (DeCarlo) DeGregorio
left a message on February 20, 2012:
Teresa and Family,
Joe was a wonderful Godfather to me, and even though I didn't get to see him that often I knew that he loved me and was watching over me always. I have met very few people in my life who were as kind, sincere, funny and thoughtful as he was. He will be greatly missed.
My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. Joe will never be forgotten.
Love,
Alissa (DeCarlo) DeGregorio
Robert Doris (Zito/Tartaglia)
left a message on February 25, 2012:
Dear Teresa, Carmela, Tony, Domenic and families,
I was shocked and very saddened to hear of Gesuele's passing. The tributes that I have been reading here are beautiful and truly reflect many of the qualities of this wonderful man and his family that I had the honor to finally meet, if only once, after a few phone conversations. I called him a few years ago, out of the blue, while doing research on our family tree, always stuck when it came to those Connecticut relatives who nobody seemed to know. I didn't even know if I had the right person. He called me back, all excited and assured me I had the right person. He was so open and big hearted and couldn't wait to share what he knew of our family here and in Italy. We compare notes and even some photos. I knew from talking to him that I had to meet him! When we did get together, in Connecticut, what a surprise! I got to meet almost the entire family and sit down to eat with you too. I was immediately comfortable and felt like I belonged. That is the sign of a big and loving heart, passed all the way down and through his wonderful grandchildren too. He and Patsy took me around and to the cemetery so I could know where the relative are buried. His sense of family and its history was so strong and he loved that I cared and that I made the connection. I am so grateful for that experience. I thought for sure we would have the opportunity to meet again but, very sadly, that is not to be. My heart goes out to all of you. When someone that loving dies, the pain is that much greater. That love never goes away, it will always remain in you and it will, eventually, lessen and ease the ache of his physical absence. Rest in peace, Gesuele. Thank you. With deepest sympathy, Robert
Kristina Falconieri
left a message on January 31, 2013:
Pop, it has almost been a year since you have passed away and still to this day i cant believe it, I miss you calling me Falconieri and always cracking jokes. I miss our one hour conversations daily and the way that you could always make me laugh. I will never forget all the times that we had together to Seaside park, Playland and the mall. You were more than my pop you were my best friend and my role model. I will always remember you as the last time you hugged me and told me you loved me. Love you forever and always <3 <3 Kristina
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