Joseph Anthony Giuliano

He is survived by his adoring wife, Linda LaPierre-Giuliano of East Hartford; his loving kids Shauna Giuliano Mendoza and her husband Alberto Mendoza of Newington, Tony Giuliano of Newington, Erica Giuliano of Newington, and Jason Johnson and his wife Darcie Finley of Wethersfield. His four cherished grandchildren who he loved so much, Jax, Luca, Oliver, and Milo. He also leaves his two sisters, Rosemarie Bishop of Winsted, and Lisa Polzun and her husband Dennis Polzun of Torrington; along with the sweetest nieces, nephews, beloved mother-in-law, and several sisters and brothers-in-law. He was predeceased by his mother and father Dolores “Tootsie” (Negri) and Anthony “Tony” Giuliano.

Joe’s happiest of places were in his back yard cooking burgers for his family, playing on the golf course, vacationing in Booth Bay Harbor, Maine, overlooking the pond (with a fishing pole in hand) at his sister-in-law’s home in Maine, at his barber shop cutting hair, or anyplace where he could enjoy a good book and a beautiful weather day.

Joe will forever be known for his unique sense of humor and his contagious laugh. He had an internal library of jokes which he repeated time and time again but was always witty enough to come up with a new joke on demand. Some of his best jokes were the ones nobody even understood but he would laugh at himself, therefore making you laugh. He loved both playing and watching sports. He was an avid New York Yankees and New York Giants fan. Although you would catch him enthusiastically rooting for the Pittsburg Steelers in support of his wife.

He was a teacher, a forgiver, a glass half full, sees the best in everybody kind of guy. He was all things good in the world. And let’s not forget, he was an epic sandwich maker. Joe was well known for his positive attitude and strong spiritual beliefs. Those incredible traits led to a remarkable impact on everyone in his life. We’ve all learned lessons from him that will be cherished and never forgotten.

Following along in his father's footsteps, Joe was a proud barber for over 50 years. Part of his legacy lives on at his barbershop where he was lucky enough to do what he loved every day. It was there that he built all kinds of wonderful friendships and built a family in his clients and employees. He will be missed dearly by a multitude of people, who love him with all their hearts and have gratitude for the time they’ve spent with him.

Joe’s family will receive relatives and friends at the D’Esopo East Hartford Memorial Chapel, 30 Carter Street, East Hartford on Monday (June 21, 2021) from 4 – 7 pm. A private funeral service and burial celebrating Joe’s life will be at the convenience of the family. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions in Joe’s memory may be made to St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital, 501 St. Jude Place, Memphis, TN 38105. For on-line expressions of sympathy to the family please visit www.desopoeh.com.