Joseph David Margiotta

Joseph David Margiotta, age 91, peacefully passed away on Friday, June 24th, 2022. He was born on July 8th, 1930 in New York, NY, son of the late Antonio (Anthony) Margiotta and Maria (Mary) Mastronardi. Known by most as “Joe,” he spent his childhood in Queens, NY surrounded by a loving and cheerful Italian family, including his best friend and older brother Peter. As a child born in the aftermath of the Great Depression, Joe relied on ingenuity and creativity to enjoy life. Favorite pastimes included tinkering with radios, watching sports, and playing card games. Joe went on to serve his country in the United States Army during the Korean War and was known to trade his government-issued cigarettes for the honest joys of chewing gum. Following the war, Joe completed various technical training programs and began his lifelong career as an electro-mechanical designer. Joe took great pride in creating technical drawings for electrical, electronic, and mechanical components. In later years, Joe expanded into computer programs, in particular computer-aided design and drafting software such as AutoCAD. In 1969, Joe married Evelyne, after having met her at a singles event where they danced to the song "Strangers in the Night" by Frank Sinatra. Together with their children Patricia and Jennifer, they enjoyed multiple family vacations across the United States and Canada including California, New England, and Florida. When not traveling or working, Joe enjoyed watching New York major league baseball, going to church, salvaging old electronic devices in his basement, eating pasta, and drinking Carlo Rossi jug wine. Anyone who came into contact with Joe always remembered his gentle demeanor, big blue eyes, and sweet smile. Joe was a loving husband and father and is survived by his wife, Evelyne, his daughters Patricia and Jennifer, son-in-law Domenic, daughter-in-law Ana, and two grandchildren Emma and Leo. Family and friends are invited to his Celebration of Life Service on Saturday, July 9th, 2022 at the Pierce Funeral Home, 9609 Center St., Manassas, VA 20110. A viewing is scheduled from 11am to 1pm. Following the viewing, a service is scheduled for 1pm with light refreshments to follow. As Joe was known for his bright personality, feel free to wear any color that you wish.

Joseph David Margiotta

July 9, 1930 - June 24, 2022