Dr. Joseph "JJ" James Giambrone DMD of Foley, Alabama passed away on Sunday, December 4, 2022, at the age of 95.
He was born on September 17, 1927, in Praco, Alabama to the late James Vincent Giambrone and Pauline Brooklere Giambrone. After graduating high school, JJ enlisted in the United States Navy where he served from 1946 to 1948. He went on to graduate from Auburn University in 1951 and UAB Dental School in 1956. JJ practiced dentistry for 55 years and was the Founder and first President of the Alabama Implant Study Group. He was an avid Auburn fan and enjoyed playing golf.
JJ was preceded in death by his wife, Carolyn Farmer Giambrone. Left to cherish his memory are his four children, Joe Giambrone; Vincent Giambrone; Mike Giambrone; and Neisa Poor (Russell); along with 10 grandchildren, and 13 great-grandchildren.
A visitation will be held at Ridout's Southern Heritage Funeral Home on Tuesday, December 13, 2022, from 10:00 am to 11:30 am. A graveside service will follow at Elmwood Cemetery & Mausoleum at 12:00 pm.