Obituary of Joseph A Zoppo

Zoppo, Joseph A age 74 of Totowa at rest in Paterson on February 17, 2014. Beloved husband of Barbara (nee De Rose) Zoppo. Brother of Gloria Cilento and her husband Joseph. Brother in law of Jo Ann Nemeth and her husband Jack. Dear Uncle of Joseph, Patrick, Kimberly, Jon, Eric, and Kimberly. Joseph is also survived by 14 Great Nieces and Nephews and many friends and cousins. Joseph was predeceased by his parents, the late Alfred and the late Julia (nee Amantea) Zoppo. Born in Paterson, he lived in Paterson for 30 years before finally moving to Totowa. He was head of the Visual Arts Department for the City of Paterson School System, Paterson, for 48 years before retiring. Relatives and friends are invited to attend the funeral from the Festa Memorial Funeral Home, 111 Union Blvd, Totowa, on Saturday at 9:00 AM. Funeral Mass to follow at St. Anthony's R.C. Church, Paterson at 9:00 AM. Interment at Holy Sepulchre Cemetery, Totowa. Friends may visit Friday 2:00 - 4:00 and 7:00 - 9:00 PM. In lieu of flowers, donations to St. Joseph's Hospital, 703 Main Street, Paterson, NJ would be appreciated.