Joseph Robert Tomarelli, 53, passed away unexpectedly on Friday, October 23, 2020 at his home in Stowe.
Born in Norristown, he was the son of Judy (Rhile) Tomarelli and the late Herbert Tomarelli.
Joe was a Master competitive pistol shooter. He was on the National Pennsylvania State Pistol Team, a member of the Leni-Lenape Pistol Club of Boyertown, William Penn Pistol League, and Mohnton Fish and Game. Joe loved his children and his dog Bandit. In his spare time, he enjoyed drinking whiskey, smoking cigars, and playing Dungeons & Dragons with his friends. Joseph proudly served in the United States Marine Corps.
Surviving is his mother Judy Tomarelli; children Alexander Tomarelli and Jenna Tomarelli; sisters Marianne Tomarelli and Jennifer Dawson; nieces Julia Johnson, Lauren Johnson, and Rachel Dawson. He is predeceased by his brother Daniel Tomarelli and father Herbert Tomarelli.
A funeral service will be held on Thursday, October 29, 2020 at 11:00 AM at Catagnus Funeral Home (711 N. Franklin St., Pottstown, PA 19464) with Fr. Lawrence Kozak officiating. Burial will follow at Most Blessed Sacrament Cemetery in Bally. Visitation will also be held on Thursday, October 29, 2020 from 9:00-11:00 AM at the funeral home.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to PMSI Pottstown Medical Specialists, Division of Oncology (1591 Medical Drive, Pottstown PA 19464) in Joe’s name.
My Joe. Hey you. How happy you made me these last few months. I loved hearing you talk about Alex and Jenna, how proud you were of them. I loved seeing what a great brother and devoted son you were. I loved sharing your dreams for West Virginia with you. I loved how you encouraged Maggie and Elise, and how Finnegan and Bandit became brothers. You captivated my heart, Joe. I loved laughing with you, spending time with you, just being us together, and being your good luck charm. Until we meet again my love. I will hold you in my heart, forever. I miss you. Debra
Alex, Jenna, Mrs. Tomarelli, Marianne, Jen, Julia, Rachel and Lauren,
I am so grateful I was able to share a part of Joe’s life. He meant so much to me and he always told me how much all of you meant to him. I cannot even begin to imagine the hole he leaves in your lives, and I know the enormity of the one he leaves in mine. He loved you all very much. Of that, I am certain. Thank you for sharing him with me. I will always cherish him.
Debra
Dear Judy, Alex, Jenna, Marianne, Jennifer and all of the family,
I cannot express how very sorry I am in the loss of Joe.
Praying that all of you will be comforted in your sorrow.
Judy, I am so sorry for the passing of your son Joe. I hope your Faith helps to console your heart thru this sad time.
Kimberley Wolford
Oh my Judy… Please know you are in my thoughts and prayers during this terrible heartache for you and your family.
All my love, Melanie
oh omg…i still remember my first day in SEI-IMS back in 2007 when you welcomed me. You will remain in my thoughts & prayers.
Regards, Mani
Joe will be missed. Jenna, I am sorry for your loss, your father and I were good competitors and I respected all that he did for the bullseye community.
Ron Steinbrecher
Words have been failing me since I learned of Joe’s passing, but here goes …
Alex and Jenna, I want you to know I’ve always seen the best parts of your dad in you. Alex, your quiet way of observing perceptively and then gently, unassumingly stepping in to offer the kindest of gestures – I saw that in both you and your dad. Jenna, that competitive spirit, the mischievous twinkle in your eye, and the confidence with which you express your opinions – those parts of your dad have and will live on in you.
Lisa, Loretta, the Tomarelli family, and little (big) Bandit ~ please know you are in my heart and I’m hoping you can find peace during this difficult time. He was loved, and so are you!
Heart felt condolences to Alex, Jenna and family for this shocking and untimely death of Joe. We worked together for many years at SEI. He was a good friend and colleague. May God bless his soul. Remembering him in our thoughts and prayers.
Jenna, Alex and family, There are no words… I can’t believe we were just with Joe Wednesday night and he had a 95 slow fire! Then we get the call on Friday. Wow. We are still in shock, as I know everyone is. Life sure is short and uncertain. Joe, you will be missed, for sure. Please know that you are all in our thoughts and prayers. Love, Leslie and Vernon.
To the Tomarelli Family
Please know that my thoughts and prayers are with you upon the death of Joe. I have wonderful memories of teaching Joe, Marianne, and Dan.
Lisa, Jenna and Alex- my heart goes out to you in the passing of Joe. You are in my prayers and I’m here for you for anything. I love you all God bless and comfort you. love Gail
Judy, Theresa and I want to send our heartfelt condolences to you and your entire family. This was shocking news, and
we are so sorry.
Tom
Alex and Jenna please accept my heart felt condolences to you with the loss of your dad. I count myself blessed to be able to get to know your dad. He spoke often on how proud he was of you both and whether in your education and careers or how crazy you could drive the truck. I am truly sorry for your loss and you and your family are in my thoughts and prayers.
Lorri Benyaker