Joseph Arbia

Passed away suddenly & peacefully on May 2, 2026 at the age of 86.

Predeceased by his wife, Annette Arbia; parents, Joseph & Angelina Arbia; in-laws, Matteo & Rose DeMartino; brother, Charlie Arbia; brother-in-law, Anthony Battisto.

He is survived by his daughters, Joanne (Robert) Laurini, Michelle (Tom) Castronova, Lori (Thad) Schofield & Mary Jo (Mark) Rossi; grandchildren, Amanda (Marco) Grugnale, Joseph Laurini, Tommy Castronova & Nicholas Castronova, Matthew Schofield, Luke Schofield, Sarah Schofield, Bradyn Rossi & Gavyn Rossi; two great-grandchildren, Lucrezia Grugnale & Marco Grugnale; sister, Rose Battisto; many nieces & cousins.

Over time, he found genuine happiness in the friendships he nurtured at Unity Cardio Rehab Center and the YMCA, treasuring the time, laughter, and connection they shared. Cooking was his love language, and he expressed it generously—bringing people together with meals made from the heart, especially his beloved eggplant parm and pizza fritte. His love for family was at the center of it all, felt in every dish he prepared and every moment he shared.

A funeral mass will begin at 10:00 am on Friday, May 8, 2026 at St. John's the Evangelist, 2400 West Ridge Road.

Interment & military honors will immediately follow at Holy Sepulchre Cemetery, 2461 Lake Avenue, Rochester, NY, 14612.

In lieu of flowers, in honor of Joe, contributions may be made to: Golisano Children's Hospital

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