Hemlock: Age 70, surrounded by love and joy, Joe peacefully left the worries and illnesses of this world on Tuesday August 1, 2023. Born February 7, 1953 to Samuel J. and Bessie (Obbie) Cicero, Joe was predeceased by his parents, his sister Mary Luke and her daughter Leanne.
Joe is survived by his wife of 47 years, Shelly (Lyeth) of Hemlock; sons Joseph Jr. (Shannon) of Honeoye, Peter Sr. of Springwater, and John-Paul (Jennifer) of Vancouver, WA; five grandchildren Cate, Peter Jr., Liam, Harper and Logan; siblings, Charles Cicero, Samuel Cicero Jr. (James Yost), Virginia (James Jr.)Stefano, Janet (John) Donato; as well as many relatives and friends.
Joe was known for his gregarious nature, unrelenting humor, strong work ethic and tenacious spirit. His true joys in life were his family and friends. Always ready to lend a hand or a smile, Joe will be remembered for his generosity of spirit and ability to find humor in any situation.
Family and friends are invited Saturday, August 5, 2023 from 1-3 PM to celebrate Joe’s life with loved ones at the Kevin W. Dougherty Funeral Home, Inc., 8624 Main Street (Rte 20A), Honeoye, NY 14471, where Joe’s funeral service will follow at 3 PM. Interment will take place at the family’s convenience. In lieu of flowers, donations may be directed to the American Lung Association, 1595 Elmwood Avenue, Rochester, NY 14620. To send condolences or share a memory please visit: www.doughertyfuneralhomes.com
My sincerest condolences, Shelly. May his memory be for a blessing.
Joe and FamilySorry for your loss. Reading about your Dad made me think it sounded alot like you. May he Rest In Peace.
Shelly and family. so sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
Dear Joe and the Cicero family,
My deepest condolences on the loss of your father. He sounds like a wonderful man that made this world a better place for all of us.
Keep all your beautiful memories of him in your thoughts to help ease your pain. May he RIP.
Shelly; So source for the loss of your husband. I have family in this weekend for my grandchildren’s birthday and my newest grandson’s baptism. Keeping you and your husband in my thoughts and prayers. Sincerely
Shelly and family,We were so sorry to hear this sad news. We are sending love and prayers to all at this difficult time…….RIP Joe……???
I am so grateful to have recently reconnected with Joe some 50 years after our high school graduation. We’ chat by phone and social media. We had more in common than I’d been aware of. I know mobility was a major restriction for him. Joe, enjoy the freedom, the peace, and the joy we talked about.
I’m so sorry to read this, Shelly. Please know that my thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. May the blessing of the memories with him sustain you.
We don’t know if you remember us but we remember you and Joe and are so sorry to read of Joe’s death. He was too young. We send our condolences to you, Shelly, and all your family. May the Lord comfort all of you during this difficult time.Sincerely, Margie and Bob Enright
So sorry for your loss to Shelly and all the Cicero family . Hope the memories will help through these difficult times. Prayers .
Joseph S. Cicero. May you Rest In Peace. Condolences to his family, relations and friends.
Amen.
Greg Hetzler
A man who’s heart was always in the right place.Rest easy Joe.
Condolences to the whole Cicero clan. Cadyville Road could very easily been called Cicero’s Corner. I remember Mary and Joe and Sam well as children. Good people, good family. May those who survive find peace as you share memories.