Joseph Freno - 96
Of Hahira, GA passed away on Wednesday, February 13, 2019 at The Orchard at Stone Creek after a brief illness. He was born on August 30, 1922 in Staten Island, NY to the late Robert and Catherine (Rosenberger) Freno. Joe served in the United States Army during World War II and received a Bronze Star and a Purple Heart. He is proceeded in death by his wife, Gloria (Lynch) Freno; brother, Paul and infant brother, Richard.
Survivors include: Daughter and Son-in-Law: Rene and Mark Melone of Hahira, GA; Sons and Daughter-in-Law: Stephen and Tammera Freno of Olive Branch, MS and Philip Freno of Edgewater, NJ; Grandchildren: Luke Melone, Matthew Melone (Rachel),Timothy Melone (Sharon), Victoria and Naomi; Great Grandchildren: Jude, Sawyer, Ruby Jo, and Grayson Joseph and a number of nieces and nephews.
As per the family’s request no formal services will be held locally. A graveside service will be held in Arlington National Cemetery at a later date. Sympathy may be expressed online at
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. The Freno/Melone family is being served by the professional and caring staff of Music Funeral Services of Valdosta.