DeRitis, Jr. Joseph E. “Joe”, age 90, on January 11, 2026 of Broomall, formerly of South West Phila., and Drexel Hill, PA. Joe was a part of the Initial Wave of Extraordinary Ministers of the Eucharist and Lay Lectors in the Archdiocese of Philadelphia at St. Andrews, Drexel Hill. Joe was very active in St.Continue Reading
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Thomas D'Alessandro
left a message on January 19, 2026:
So sorry to hear of our cousin Joe's passing. Sending prayers to the family.
Tom & Mickey D'Alessandro
Robin and Joe Butler
left a message on January 18, 2026:
Donna,
Joe and I were sorry to hear of Joe’s passing. What a beautiful man he was. All of our prayers are for you and family. God Bless You.
Robin and Joe Butler
Theresa McLaughlin McGinn
left a message on January 16, 2026:
Rest in peace Mr. DeRitis. I have very special memories of you and you will always have a special place in my heart. I love you.
Jack D’Andrea
left a message on January 15, 2026:
God Bless Uncle Joe, when I think back when I was a kid, you and your family are always in those thought's. Hoping the music up there suits you sir.
Jack
Bernard and Concetta Beck
left a message on January 15, 2026:
God bless you, Joe!
Peace of mind is a call away. We’re here when you need us most.
Wendy Jershky
left a message on January 15, 2026:
We will never forget the gatherings of friends and family at the Drexel Hill house on Eldon Ave. Joe was always at the door with a big bear hug and played the best kitchen towel saxophone in the land. We love you all and wish you peace.
Anonymous
left a message on January 14, 2026:
Andre Andoun
left a message on January 14, 2026:
Joe was an amazing man and im glad to have met him! Im deeply saddened by the news. Sending love and prayers during this hard time!
jim fredericksdorf
left a message on January 14, 2026:
Joe was one of my best friends. He was like family; my children called him Uncle Joe.
I will miss him. Joe, thanks for all those great years we had. My sincere
condolences to Donna and Joe's children. You will be missed, my dear friend.RIP
Jim Fredericksdorf
The D'Andrea cousins
left a message on January 13, 2026:
With our deepest sympathy and love
Lee Przybylski
left a message on January 13, 2026:
May Joe rest in the arms of Jesus, Mary and Joseph. My heartful sympathy to Donna and ALL the Family and wonderful friends. I am with you in spirit.
Mary K. Ferris
left a message on January 13, 2026:
He was always “Papa Joe” to me and will be remembered as the most kind and loving man. He leaves behind a family he loved and felt immensely proud! RIP Papa Joe and watch over all of us!, Love & Prayers, Mary Kay
Vaughn and Adrineh Hoplamazian
left a message on January 13, 2026:
God bless his soul. Our prayers are with your family.
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Thomas D'Alessandro
left a message on January 19, 2026:
So sorry to hear of our cousin Joe's passing. Sending prayers to the family.
Tom & Mickey D'Alessandro
Robin and Joe Butler
left a message on January 18, 2026:
Donna,
Joe and I were sorry to hear of Joe’s passing. What a beautiful man he was. All of our prayers are for you and family. God Bless You.
Robin and Joe Butler
Theresa McLaughlin McGinn
left a message on January 16, 2026:
Rest in peace Mr. DeRitis. I have very special memories of you and you will always have a special place in my heart. I love you.
Jack D’Andrea
left a message on January 15, 2026:
God Bless Uncle Joe, when I think back when I was a kid, you and your family are always in those thought's. Hoping the music up there suits you sir.
Jack
Bernard and Concetta Beck
left a message on January 15, 2026:
God bless you, Joe!
Peace of mind is a call away. We’re here when you need us most.
Wendy Jershky
left a message on January 15, 2026:
We will never forget the gatherings of friends and family at the Drexel Hill house on Eldon Ave. Joe was always at the door with a big bear hug and played the best kitchen towel saxophone in the land. We love you all and wish you peace.
Anonymous
left a message on January 14, 2026:
Andre Andoun
left a message on January 14, 2026:
Joe was an amazing man and im glad to have met him! Im deeply saddened by the news. Sending love and prayers during this hard time!
jim fredericksdorf
left a message on January 14, 2026:
Joe was one of my best friends. He was like family; my children called him Uncle Joe.
I will miss him. Joe, thanks for all those great years we had. My sincere
condolences to Donna and Joe's children. You will be missed, my dear friend.RIP
Jim Fredericksdorf
The D'Andrea cousins
left a message on January 13, 2026:
With our deepest sympathy and love
Lee Przybylski
left a message on January 13, 2026:
May Joe rest in the arms of Jesus, Mary and Joseph. My heartful sympathy to Donna and ALL the Family and wonderful friends. I am with you in spirit.
Mary K. Ferris
left a message on January 13, 2026:
He was always “Papa Joe” to me and will be remembered as the most kind and loving man. He leaves behind a family he loved and felt immensely proud! RIP Papa Joe and watch over all of us!, Love & Prayers, Mary Kay
Vaughn and Adrineh Hoplamazian
left a message on January 13, 2026:
God bless his soul. Our prayers are with your family.
In memory of Joe Deritis
left a message:
Please accept our deepest condolences for your family's loss.
