Joseph Pagliuso Jr. “Little Joe”, age 91, passed away peacefully days after accepting Jesus into his heart on Saturday, March 7, 2026, overlooking farmland with the sun shining on his face.
Joe was born on June 13, 1934, in his family home in the town of Ontario, New York. He was the first born child of Guiseppe (Joseph Sr.) and Hazel Louise Pagliuso (Adimaro). As the oldest of seven children, he left school after eighth grade to work on his parent’s farm and support his family. That choice reflected the values that shaped his entire life-hard work, responsibility, and devotion to family.
Farming was always dear to him and he spent many years as a livestock broker alongside working in the family business, Joe’s Meat Market. This career allowed him to blend his love for agriculture with his knack for building relationships. Known for his strong work ethic, honesty, and practical wisdom, he earned respect from many throughout the community.
Family was central to his life. He cherished time spent with his wife, children, and grandchildren. He enjoyed chatting and storytelling and treasured countless hours spent sharing memories with others. In later years, he especially loved watching Family Feud and RFD TV.
Joe is survived by his devoted wife of 49 years, Carol (Cari Van Skiver) Pagliuso; children Erika Pagliuso, Joseph III (Kristi) Pagliuso, and Erin Pagliuso; Poppy to six grandchildren Trinidy, Madison, Emma, Joseph IV, Carter, and Elliana; one great grandson Miles; brother John (Carol) Pagliuso; two sisters Mary Fosdick and Rosalind Mc Call; two sisters-in-law Jeanne and Leslie Pagliuso; along with many nieces, nephews, and friends who will miss him dearly.
He was predeceased by his mother and father; three brothers James, Samuel , and Frank Pagliuso; two brothers-in-law Ray Fosdick and Fred Mc Call.
Joe will be remembered for his strength , integrity , the quiet way he cared for those around him , and his courage when facing life’s challenges. His legacy of hard work , dedication to family , and deep ties in the farming community will live on through all the lives he touched.
Calling hours will be held Sunday , March 15 ,2026 , from 2:00-5:00 pm at Murphy Funeral & Cremation Chapel ,1961 Ridge Road , Ontario , NY 14519. A funeral service will take place on Monday , March 16 ,2026 at 12:00 pm at Murphy Funeral & Cremation Chapel ,1961 Ridge Road , Ontario NY 14519. Interment will happen immediately following the service at Furnaceville Cemetery ,2280 Trimble Road Ontario NY 14519.
In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations be made to the New York Farm Bureau in memory of Joe. To share a memory or send condolences please visit Joe’s guestbook at www. murphyfuneralservices. com.
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