Born in Raven Run, PA June 5,1930 the son of the late Phillip and Anna (Gaffney) Tarone. He graduated from West Mahanoy Twp. High School; Penn State University and worked for many years for Hewlett Packard until retirement.
He was a member of the Pottsville Wrighters Club and former member of the Shenandoah Valley School Board. Joe enjoyed his life to the fullest. His passion was writing, his curiosity and wit, his empathy for his fellow man, his commitment to his faith, and his community. His many friends and relatives will serve as his legacy. He was well traveled and enjoyed lively conversation and debate with anyone who would engage. He loved singing, all things Penn State, and the penny machines at the casino. He never met a Coney Island hot dog he didn't like.
In addition to his parents he was preceded in death by a sister Margureite Brosius and brother in law Dr. Edward "Knute" Brosius.
Surviving are cousins: Mary Jo wife of Michael Gaydos, Phoenixville,PA , Elizabeth wife of Art Marsicano, Pottsville,PA and several second cousins.
Mass of the Christian burial will be held Friday December 11, 2015 at 10:00 AM in St. Vincent dePaul Parish, Girardville,PA. Rev. John Bambrick officiating. Viewing Friday 9:00-10:00 AM from St. Vincent dePaul Parish,Girardville, PA. Interment in St. Joseph's Cemetery, Ft. Springs,PA. Memorial contributions can be made to St. Jude Children's Research Hospital,262 Danny Thomas Place, Memphis,TN 38105. Kull-Heizenroth Funeral Home, Ashland is in charge of arrangements.