
Joseph Diana, age 83, of Nanuet passed away Monday evening April 6 in the company of family.
He was born September 13, 1931 in Tunisia to the late Mario and Maria (Greco). Immigrating to the United States in 1960, he became a naturalized citizen in 1972.
Joseph worked as a dental technician, owning and operating his own business, Diana Dental Studio, until his retirement in 1996. He was an avid gardener and enthusiastic cook.
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He is survived by his beloved wife of 52 years Rita Diana, nee Barry, his sons Mario, Marc, and Eric, and his daughter-in-law Kathleen. He is also survived by his 3 grandchildren, Vanessa, William, and Victoria, who brought their grandfather great joy, and was a loving Uncle to Andre, Monique, and Anthony. He leaves behind many nieces and nephews in Italy and France.
Visitation will be Thursday April 9 from 2-4 & 7-9pm at The Joseph W. Sorce Funeral Home in West Nyack. A Mass of Christian Burial will be Friday April 10 at 10am at St. Anthony’s Church in Nanuet. Burial will follow at St. Anthony’s Cemetery.
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In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in Joseph’s name to the Joe Raso Hospice Foundation 415 Buena Vista Rd. New City, NY 10956.
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