Joseph John Martucci, 69, died peacefully in Philadelphia, Pa.., with his children by his side Thursday, March 11, 2021. He succumbed to a short battle with cancer. Joseph was born Feb. 22, 1952, in Philadelphia to Joseph and Helen Martucci (née O’Brien). He was a graduate of Father Judge High School, Temple University with a bachelor’s degree in English, and St. Joseph’s University with a master’s degree in organizational development. Most recently, he lived in Ellendale. 

Joe leaves behind his two children, son Philip (husband David Heulitt) and daughter Marisa Codi; and two grandchildren, Mia Belle and Ella Mae Codi. He also leaves behind his ex-wife and lifelong friend, Carolann Martucci; his mother Helen; and brother Daniel Martucci.