Joseph Anastasi

Joseph Anastasi July 04, 1927 ~ November 26, 2012 Joseph Anastasi, Jr., was born in Monterey on the 4th of July, 1927, to Joseph and Jennie Anastasia. Growing up immersed in his Sicilian heritage, Monterey's own "Joltin' Joe" excelled in basketball, baseball and football. He attended Santa Clara University on a full ride football scholarship. After suffering a career ending knee injury, he returned home and ran Mike's Seafood Restaurant and Casa Carmelkorn on Fisherman's Wharf successfully for half a century. He married his sweetheart, Angelina Melicia, and cherished her to the end. An incredibly faith filled man, Joe considered his 12:15 mass community at San Carlos Parish an extension of his family. For over 50 years, his generous spirit led him to collect weekly food donations for the Carmelite Monastery sisters who held a special place in his heart. Joe and Angelina shared a love of art, theater and travel which led them to adventures around the world. Favorite activities included walks along the coast and cruising with family and friends. But the main focus of his life was always his family. He and Angelina made sure to participate in every important family event and reveled in the endeavors of their children, grandchildren and great grandchildren. With a joyful personality and pervasive smile, he charmed everyone he met. He was a true gentleman, humble in nature and generous of spirit. Joe was surrounded by family and friends when he was reunited with his beloved wife, Angelina, his mother, father and three brothers, Angelo, Phil and John. He is survived by his sister, Rosalie; daughters, Jane (Gary Gasperson), Jodi (Tom Duckett); grandchildren: Joey, Michael (Mandy), John (Tanya) and Angelina, great grandchildren: Hudson and Harper and many nieces and nephews. Visitation Thursday 6-7pm Rosary 7-8pm at San Carlos Cathedral Funeral Friday 9:30 am at San Carlos Cathedral Services provided by Mission Mortuary, Monterey, CA. www.missionmortuary.com