Mr. Milazzo was born November 8, 1931 in Queens, New York to the late Vito and Josephine Milazzo. Originally from New York where he raised his family, he has lived in the Southport for the past 20 years. After his service in the Air Force, Joe joined his father’s business of sales and service of Merrow industrial sewing machines in the garment industry in Brooklyn, NY. Returning to his love of aviation, Joe continued his career at British Airways Engineering for 25 years. He enjoyed flying and fixing airplanes and was the proud owner of “EZ Pass”, a Piper Arrow.
Survivors include his two daughters, Josephine Ann (JoAnne) Milazzo, husband Al Albanese, Gina Zito, husband Joseph, six grandchildren: Krista, Nicole, Joseph, Michael, Matthew, and Chloe. In addition to his parents, Joe was preceded in death by his sister Vita Pollio.
A celebration of his life will be held at a later date.
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