Joseph served Brevard County for 22 years as the owner of Courtenay Auto Salvage.
He was preceded in death by his parents, Anthony and Antoinette Russo; wife, Marlene Russo; and his son, Joseph Russo, Jr. He is survived by his son, Tom (Karen) Russo; daughter, Terri-Jo Halter (Tim); his brothers, Anthony and Dennis Russo; five grandchildren, three great-grandchildren; and his nephew, Dennis F. Russo (Tina).
There will be a visitation from 11 - 12 pm on Saturday, January 14 at Florida Memorial Funeral Home where a funeral service will begin at 12 pm in the chapel, followed by interment at Florida Memorial Gardens.
Memorials in his name may be made to Merritt Assembly of God.
Please sign guest book at www.floridamemorialfh-gardens.com.