Joseph J. Ciraulo, Sr., age 89, beloved husband of 63 years of Alice (nee Hodges), loving father of Marita (Ray) Pytlik, Joanne (Ron) Lynn, Tom (Bonnie), Richard (Laura), Betty (Pat) Kenny, Jerry (Judy), Joseph, Jr. (Joanne), proud grandfather of 19, proud great-grandfather of 18, caring brother of Lillian Musto and Jean D’alessandro, and caring uncle of many nieces and nephews.

He was preceded in death by his loving parents and was brother of the late Josephine Ciraulo. He served his country during World War II and received the Bronze Star.

Private services were held in Quincy, Illinois. In lieu of flowers, donations to the Illinois Veterans Home in Quincy, 1707 N. 12th Street, Quincy, IL 62301 or in care of Duker & Haugh Funeral Home, 823 Broadway Street, Quincy, IL 62301. www.dukerandhaugh.com.