Joseph L. Scalzo, 80, of Niagara Falls, NY, passed away at home surrounded by family on April 1, 2025, while under the care of Niagara Hospice. Born in Niagara Falls, NY, he was the son of the late Joseph and Loretta (Speranzza) Scalzo.
JoJo, as he was affectionately known, grew up in Niagara Falls, NY and attended local schools. He was the longtime proprietor at Niagara Ambulance Service in Niagara Falls, NY. He successfully owned and operated several collision shops in Niagara Falls for many years, as well as a snowplowing business. He also opened local bars Pour Joe’s and Bailey’s, which he owned and operated alongside his son, where many went to see familiar faces. Joe loved going on cruises, boating, working on cars, and hanging out at the casino. More than everything else in his life, he cherished time spent with family and friends.
Joseph is survived by his wife of 16 years, Beverly L. (Jagow) Scalzo; his children, Mark (Tracey) Scalzo and Jeanine (Martin) Zak; his grandchildren, Amber, Vincent, and Marky; 2 great-grandchildren; a sister, Kathy Scalzo-Bolender; and sister-in-law Barbara (Daniel) LaBernardo, as well as several nieces, nephews and cousins. He was sadly predeceased by his first wife, Donna (Rotella) Scalzo, and his brother-in-law, Richard (Roz) Jagow.
The family would like to extend special thanks to Lisa and Carl Margage, and Marty and Shirley Guidotti, for their care and compassion shown Joe.
Visitation will be held Saturday, April 5, 2025 from 3 – 6 PM at M.J. COLUCCI & SON NIAGARA FUNERAL CHAPEL, 2730 MILITARY ROAD, NIAGARA FALLS, NY 14304. Funeral services will immediately follow at 6 PM. If desired, memorial donations may be made to Niagara Hospice House, www.niagarahospice.org, or to the Niagara County SPCA, www.niagaraspca.org. Visit mjcoluccifuneralchapel.com for online condolences.
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Visitation
Saturday, April 05, 2025
3:00 PM – 6:00 PM
M.J. Colucci & Son Niagara Funeral Chapel
2730 Military Road
Niagara Falls, NY 14304
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Funeral Service
Saturday, April 05, 2025
6:00 PM
M.J. Colucci & Son Niagara Funeral Chapel
2730 Military Road
Niagara Falls, NY 14304
Get Directions on Google Maps