Struthers – A Memorial Mass will be held Friday, August 22, at 11:00 am at Christ Our Savior/ St. Nicholas Church in Struthers for Joseph Parteleno, 66, who passed away unexpectedly  on August 8, 2025.

Joseph was born January 17, 1959, in Youngstown a son of Joseph and Eleanor Trant  Parteleno. He graduated from Struthers High School in 1978. He was an outstanding defensive tackle and an accomplished high jumper for his beloved Wildcats. He spent 38 yearsr working for CSX  railroad, first as a track man and later as a crew caller.

Joe learned the value of hard work in his mother's home and his father's pharmacy. He worked and lived in Jacksonville, Florida, until his retirement in 2015 A true home town man he returned to Struthers to enjoy going to high school sporting events, swimming daily at the Jewish Community Center, and spending time with his lifelong friends. He enjoyed collecting railroad memorabilia  and  golfing with his railroad buddies. He achieved a hole in one at his home course, the Champions Club of Jacksonville,

Joe was a brother to all, he was a humanitarian and stood up for those who were treated unfairly. He stood up for what was right even when it wasn't popular. He was a true humanitarian with a quick wit and a generous heart. He had a tough demeanor but he really was a gentle man.

Joe leaves his brothers Pau (Carol)l Parteleno of Struthers and Tom (Tammy)  Parteleno of Hubbard, and three sisters Eve Parteleno of Poland, Pat Parteleno of Ada and Ceil (John Maier) Parteleno of Andover, MA, as well as  a niece Lena and nephews  Noah, Michael  and  Leo

He was preceded in death by his parents Joseph and Eleanor Parteleno and  brother Michael Parteleno.

Friends may call prior to the Mass on Friday, August 22, from 10:00 to 11:00 am at the Christ Our Savior/ St. Nicholas Church at 764 Fifth Street in Struthers, 44471.

The family plans to use any donations they receive in Joseph's name to establish a scholarship fund to assist students with  learning disabilities at Struthers High School who are interesting the building trades.

This obituary may be viewed and condolences sent at www.ClementeFuneralHomes.com.

Arrangements handled by Clemente Funeral Home in Struthers.

Scholarship Fund to assist students with learning disabilities at Struthers High School