Joseph Pasquale Pignatelli

It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Joseph Pasquale Pignatelli, a beloved husband, father, grandfather, brother, uncle, and friend. Joe touched the lives of so many people with his warmth, humor, generosity, and unmistakable personality. He will be deeply missed by all who had the privilege of knowing and loving him.

He was predeceased by his parents, Florence and Pasquale Pignatelli, and his beloved sister, Grace Blockburger.

He leaves behind his beloved wife, Olga Pignatelli; his loving children, Joseph Pignatelli and Sharee Salvatore and her husband, Michael; and his cherished grandchildren, Alexa, Kayla, Joseph, Nicholas, and Michael. He is also survived by his dear brother, Pasquale and his wife, Kathy; his sisters-in-law, Mary and Helen; his brother-in-law, John; and many loving nieces and nephews, all of whom held a special place in his heart.

A Funeral Mass will be held at St John's Episcopal Church, 1333 Bay St, Staten Island, NY 10305, US, on October 3, 2026, from 4:00 pm to 6:00 pm.

Joseph’s services will be followed by a private cremation, and he will be laid to rest at St. John's Church Crematory Garden.

Donations may be made to St. Jude Children's Research Hospital at https://www.stjude.org/donate/donate-to-st-jude.html?sc_dcm=199008404079&sc_cid=kwp&sc_cat=b&&&&&gclsrc=aw.ds&ds_rl=1290690&ds_rl=1291300&ds_rl=1285465&gad_source=1&gad_campaignid=24191662053&gbraid=0AAAAADuyZN4OHKMu3oQyBGE3kMLkrvgJ3&gclid=Cj0KCQjw5vLVBhCiARIsAD56SFLLpIVHr0RYu2KGvaHClcQ82axCUEaY0h_6UE26oovlkYjC5_IoiX4aAgN9EALw_wcB.