Joseph J Saccente

Joseph J. Saccente passed away on October 31, 2026 at Peconic Landing in Greenport, NY after a lengthy battle with Parkinson’s disease.
Born on July 15, 1932 in Bensonhurst, Brooklyn, NY, Joseph (Joe) lived a life with deep love for his family and friends.

Joe was the beloved husband of Dorothy (née Hallahan) for 69 years. They met in 1952 when they both attended City College in NYC.
Joseph was a US Army veteran and served from 1955 to 1957 in Germany.

Joseph and Dorothy married on July 6, 1957 and shared a lifetime of love, companionship & cherished memories. Joe was the proud and devoted father to Joseph (Marie) and James (Theresa) & the very proud Grandpa to James (Heather), Stephanie (Sam), Danielle and Joseph.
He recently became a Great Grandfather to Simon.

Joseph and Dorothy raised their family in Valley Stream and Douglaston NY. They also enjoyed many years spent at their farmhouse in Richmondville, NY.
Joseph spent an exemplary career in the NYC Board of Education where he started as a Shop teacher and went on to become Chief of Operations. He was well respected and often sought out for his expert advice.

Joseph was most proud of his family. He enjoyed hosting many Thanksgiving holidays and Italian Christmas Eve celebrations surrounded by those he loved.
Joe was a NY Mets and NY Jets fan. He enjoyed traveling with Dorothy & visits to the Opera in NYC.
Joseph was pre-deceased by his daughter Anne, his parents Joseph and Anna (née Cormio) Saccente and his brother Marco Saccente. He is survived by his sister Dora Levane and many
beloved nieces and nephews.

In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to Tunnel to Towers