Joseph Mazzola was born July 23, 1922 in Queens, New York to Vincenzo and Lena (Nadia) Mazzola. Joseph is well remembered for working in the Smithaven Mall for 17 years. He was a daily early morning friend to many at the old Family Diner and Benkert's Deli and Bakery. Joseph was a loving brother to Frank and his wife Carmela, Virginia Leland and Phillip and his wife Alice. Joseph was the cherished uncle to many nieces, nephews and grand nieces and nephews. The family will receive friends Tuesday December 20, from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 PM at O.B. Davis Funeral Homes, 2326 Middle Country Road, Centereach, New York. There will be a Prayer Service on Tuesday and a Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Wednesday December 21, at 9:45 AM at the Assumption Blessed Virgin Mary R.C. Church. Joseph's burial will take place in Pinelawn Memorial Park.
