Joseph Paglieroni, a Massachusetts native and long-time resident of Sacramento, California, died May 11, three days prior to his 98th birthday. He was a Staff Sergeant in World War II with the 3rd Armored Division and a long time employee of McKesson Corporation. He was preceded in death by son Ernest; survived by his beloved wife Avis of 75 years; daughter Teresa; son Joseph Jr.; son David (Sandra); and many nieces and nephews. The family thanks Dr. Andrew Factor and the Sutter Hospice staff for their loving care. Burial will be private.