Joseph William Fiori, Jr.

Joseph William Fiori, Jr., 91, of West Scranton, died Monday at Geisinger Community Medical Center, Scranton.  He was preceded in death by his wife, the former Grace M. Capwell in 2004.

Born in Scranton, son of the late Joseph W. Sr. and Pompalia Terrinoni Fiori, Joseph was a member of St. Lucy’s Church, Scranton and was an Air Force Veteran, serving in the Korean War.  Prior to retirement, he was a lifelong employee at A.E. Peters Associates, working there for over 50 years.

Joseph was always there for everyone.  He was dedicated to his family, and his grandchildren were his pride and joy.  He was an avid Philadelphia Eagles fan and enjoyed spending time with his dog, Mason.

He is survived by his daughters Kara Munley, Scranton, and Nancy Capwell, Dunmore; grandchildren, David Capwell and wife, Anita, Barry Capwell, Jr. and wife, Dayna, Ryan Fiori and fiancé, Macy Nicholson; great-grandchildren, Caitlin Kessler, Christa Capwell, Jordan Capwell, and another great grandchild on the way; a great-great grandson, Jaxon Kessler; as well as several nieces and nephews.

He was also preceded in death by a son, Barry Capwell; sisters, Anna Ludovici, Antoinette D’Annibale, Helen Fontine, and Mary Pancaldi; and brother, Frank Fiori.

The funeral will be Saturday with Mass of Christian Burial at 10 a.m. in St. Lucy’s Church, Scranton St., West Scranton.

Friends may call at the church from 9 a.m. until the time of mass. All those attending are asked to follow current safety guidelines in respect to wearing a mask and social distancing.

Interment, Cathedral Cemetery, Scranton.

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