Tribute & Message From The Family
Joseph “PaPa Joe” Boerio, 84, of Springfield, died at his residence on Monday, July 12, 2010 at 6:17 p.m. surrounded by his family.
Joseph was born December 15, 1925 in Jeiseyville, the son of Thomas and Costanza Lamongo Boerio. He married Joan Bart on February 2, 1974 in Petersburg.
Joseph was a graduate of Kincaid High School and immediately joined the Marine Corp. He received a Purple Heart after being wounded in the Battle of Iwo Jima during WWII. He loved his country and his Marine Corp. Brothers. Joseph was a life member of D.A.V., VFW, American Legion, P.V.A., Marine Corp. League, and Purple Heart. He lived life for his family, the sunshine, his birds and fishing.
He was preceded in death by his parents; one son, Mark Boerio; and one daughter, Sherry Lynne.
He is survived by his wife, Joan of Springfield; one son, Joseph (wife, Gloria) Boerio of Colorado; one daughter, Mary Jo Stark (Dallas) of Springfield; three grandchildren, Toni Jo Stark of Springfield, Joshua Joe (wife, Shelly) Stark of Riverton, and Nicholas (wife, Mary Jo) Conrad of Springfield; eight great-grandchildren, Anthony Joseph, Cheyenne Joan, Hanna Lynn, Joseph Edward Stark, and Timothy, Verotika, Damian and Gaberial Conrad; and two brothers, Thomas (wife, Betty Lou) Boerio of Kincaid and Charles “Chuck” Boerio of Boulder, CO.
Cremation was accorded by Lincoln Land Cremation Society.
A graveside ceremony will be held at 12:00 p.m. on Friday, July 16, 2010 at Camp Butler National Cemetery. A celebration of life will be held immediately following the services at the DAV Lake Springfield, 25 Club Area, Springfield, IL.
Memorial contributions may be made to VNA-Tip Hospice, 205 Oakland Ave., Carlinville, IL 62626 or the American Heart Association, 2008 S. LaSalle St., Chicago, IL 60604-1242.
Semper Fi
Condolence & Memory Journal
Heard the birds early this morning and thought of you. Miss you and mom so much. I know your watching over the kids. Love you. Mary
Posted by
Mary Jo Stark - springfield, IL - Daughter June 28, 2016
Hi sweety
another sleepless night without you by my side.they say time heals but almost 4 years and I am still waiting. Have all my wonderful memories and they never leave Love you so much a
just wish so sorry I couldn't, have put them into words.
Forever josn
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Joan - Springfield, IL - wife April 07, 2014
We all miss you very much. Love, Mary
Posted by
Mary Jo Stark - Daughter July 13, 2012
THERE WILL ALWAYS BE A LIGHT IN OUR HEARTS WHEN THINKING OF YOU. LOVE YOU....YOUR DAUGHTER, GRANDKIDS AND GREAT GRANDKIDS
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MARY JO STARK - DAUGHTER July 14, 2011
Sorry to hear joe passing you have my sympathy he was my number #1 taste tester. when i worked at sam's in the demo dept loved seeing him every day.
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Diane Engel - springfield, IL - friend January 14, 2011
I'd just like to say thank you to grandpa for letting me be the one to take care of you for the last year and a half. I made that promise when I was little and I have gotten the chance to make good on that promise. We had a lot of hard times, but we got to make many memories, just him and I and I will always be grateful that I got to make those memories. I love you Poppo and miss you dearly. Getting up each day reminds me that you're no longer here because I'm not rushing to get to you, but I will ALWAYS cherish and honor you. Love Toni Jo
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Toni Jo - Springfield, IL - Granddaughter July 20, 2010
Joe and Gloria - So sorry to hear of your dad's passing. It is really difficult to lose a parent and we know you will miss him. Didn't realize how much Mark looked like your dad as shown in the picture when he was a young service man. Just wanted to let you know we are thinking of you and hope to see you at our next class reunion. God bless and take care.
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Rita and Jim Altman - Taylorville, IL - Friends of Joe and Gloria July 16, 2010
Bob and Joe had such good times beating each other playing cribbage. We really missed seeing Joe and Joan these last few years as we had some very nice times with them. Joe will be missed but he is no longer suffering and is with God. We only wish we had met the two of them long before we did.
Nancy & Bpb
Posted by
Nancy & Bob Wright - Pinella Park, FL - friend July 15, 2010
It was my privilege to know Joe. Such a wonderful caring person.
Semper Fi, Rest in Peace
Posted by
Robert Matteson - Springfield, IL - friend & Marine Corp Vet July 15, 2010
Sorry to hear joe passed. You have my sympathy. He was a good man.
John & Wyatt Homer
Semper Paratus
VN Vet
Posted by
John Homer July 15, 2010
I am so sorry to hear about Papa Joe. I used to love going up to the campground at New Salem to hang out and listen to his stories. He would take me for rides on his golf cart. He also took me fishing from time to time. He had such a great spirit. My thoughts and prayers are with your family.
Posted by
Carrie Hedrick Brady - IL July 15, 2010
Uncle Joe....oh the memories....the DAV club when you would call Bingo and I would be helping mom in the kitchen; the many events at the DAV that we all attended together; camping at NSPOA; you and Aunt Joan coming to mom and dads house hanging out; me staying at your house in T'ville many many years ago; but the most vivid memory is when I was running through the house (I was about 8 or 9 years old) and I tripped over your crutches, fell on the front floor and chipped my front tooth. We always had a good time with you and you was a "great" uncle and a pleasure to have in our lives. We will miss you. RIP
Pammy
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Pam - Chatham, IL - Niece July 14, 2010
We will always remember Joe's smile, warm heart, wit and great sense of humor.
A few years ago, I saw a picture of Joe and Senator Durbin in the newspaper. I called Joe pretending to be from Durbin's office, referred to the photo in the paper and began soliciting a donation for the Senator's campaign. When Joe finally realized it was me we both laughed until we cried.
We love Joe and will miss you
Bill and Judy Bart
Posted by
Bill Bart - Marthasville, MO - Nephew July 14, 2010
