May 05, 2023

Rest in peace my sweet Joe. I still can’t believe you are gone. I went down memory lane today thinking about you. Took a virtual walk down Chapel Road and looked at our home, hoping that you would be standing at the door. Took maps over to Saint Philip’s hoping to see your truck there. Thought maybe you were at Dunkin Donuts picking up coffee for us or maybe at John Herr’s picking up groceries. Just rest. I will never forget you. fly with the angels
Joanne

August 04, 2020

Author Music4PeaceTonight I’ll light a candleTonight I’ll say a prayerTonight I will remember youAnd wish that you were hereSo many times I speak your nameIn hopes you will returnSo many times I cry in vainAs the candle now will burnChorus: You are with the angels now, flying up aboveYou are with the angels now, and I send you my LoveStories shared by many friends, who traveled near and farYou’ll live on in their hearts and prayerYou’ll be their shining starThough your time on Earth was far too shortYour soul is now at PeaceFor when God’s angels Heavenly boundYour earthly trials shall ceaseChorus: You are with the angels now, flying up aboveYou are with the angels now, and l send you my LoveThe candle light is flickeringThe hour is growing lateCasting shadows on the wallA twisting hand of fateYour pictures hang upon the wallYour eyes are shining brightHelping me through my darkest hoursUntil the morning light
Joanne

May 07, 2017

Joe meant something to my teenage daughters who altar serve at St. Philips.  When they learned of Joe’s passing, they both had a story to share about the kindness he afforded them.    My 16 year old and 13 year old said he was always filled with smiles and very kind to them as they muddled to remember all the parts of altar serving.    As they shared their stories about what Joe meant to them, their eyes filled with tears of his passing and realizing they won’t get to serve with him any more.   He crossed the barrier of decades between himself and my daugthers and I never had a chance to thank him.   He had an impact on those from a younger generation and they will always remember how he treated them.   It was a gift to have known him.     Jen Sugra (on behalf of Anna and Lily Sugra)  

April 30, 2017

My deepest sympathy to Joe’s family. He was such a kind and giving man. He always greeted you with a smile and hello at church. He did so much for St. Phillip’s church and its members! He is going to be deeply missed. My prayers to his family.

April 27, 2017

My condolences to the Vernalli family.  I enjoyed working with “Big Joe” for many years at Howmet/Alumax/Alcoa.  He was great part of the “great years” we once had at 1480 Manheim Pike.  Your family will be in my prayers.  Chuck Zuck

April 26, 2017

I meet Joe at church he was I big partof the Saint Phillips family I will miss seeing is smiling face

April 26, 2017

I am so sorry Joanne, may God be your comfort and strenght always.
 

April 25, 2017

Hugs to your family.

April 25, 2017

My sincerest sympathy to the Vernalli family. Joanne, my heart goes out to you as I know what you are going through. Please call me if you have the need to talk after things calm down. I know this isn’t easy, in fact it is the hardest thing you will have to do. You are in my thoughts and prayers. Rest In Peace Joe. Vicki Lincoln

April 25, 2017

Sincere sympathy Joanne.
Chris Tremel

April 25, 2017

Vernalli family. sorry for loss of Joe. Rest In Peace.
Knew Joe from St. Philip’s Church and especially liked working with him at the Rosary Club.  He did a lot of volunteer work at St. Philip’s and I’ll miss him.
Sincerely, Margaret (Peggy) Braun
 
 

April 25, 2017

prayers and love sent to the family.  will miss you, Joe.  love you, Joanne
 

April 25, 2017

Our condolences to the family. We enjoyed working with Joe (Howmet/Alumax/Alcoa) Always enjoyed his comradery. Charles and James Sides 

April 25, 2017

Dear Joanne and family,
     Please accept my deepest sympathy at the loss of your beloved husband ,father and grandfather.
      Sending love and prayers for all of you.
                                        Love,
                                         Trish Scholly
                                          (Former coworker of Joanne at Mercy
                                            Hospital of Johnstown)
            

April 25, 2017

Sympathy to you and family from Russ Hummel, Wallaceton, Pa.

April 25, 2017

I served with Joe as a minister at church. We also shared a loyalty to the Pittsburgh Steelers and Penguins and would discuss recent games by those teams. I will deeply miss Joe’s humor, smile and friendship. Truly a gently soul and a devout Christian. GOD’s gain is our loss. With sincere condolances…Bob & Debbie BODNAR

April 25, 2017

Our condolences to the family . 

April 25, 2017

Sending much love to the Vernalli family. The Lord has gained an angel. He was one of a kind. Love & Prayers, Peg Beiler