Joseph V. Rullo Obituary (1944

Joseph V. Rullo, Jr. peacefully passed away on October 11, 2022 at the University of Pennsylvania Hospital. Born on October 29, 1944 to the late Joseph Sr. and Helen (nee: Barrett) and was a lifelong resident of Grays Ferry. He was a graduate of St. Gabriels "Class of 58" and graduated from Bishop John Neumann "Class of 62". Joe was an all-around athlete and has since been inducted into the St. John Neumann Sports Hall of Fame, which was presented by the Millay Club. He worked as a Union Tradesman for Local 14. He enjoyed summers in North Wildwood on the beach and fishing, traveling to the Caribbean Islands with Joann and friends. He was an avid Philly sports fan, and especially had a passion for the Yankees, and all things sports related. His father Joe was a Professional Baseball player along with his uncles who were Professional athletes as well. Joseph was an adventurist, outgoing, fun-loving man, who was dedicated to his family. He enjoyed New Years Day especially parading with the Froggy Carr NYB. Father of Joseph (Nancy) Rullo III and grandfather of Luke and Cain Rullo. Beloved partner in life to Joann (Lucas). Brother of Marion Tipping and Regina (Jack) McDermott. He is also survived by nieces, nephews and cousins. Relatives and friends are invited to his Viewing on Monday, October 17, 2022 from 9:30 to 11:30 AM at St. Gabriels Church (29th & Dickinson Streets). Funeral Mass 11:30 AM. Interment SS: Peter & Paul Cemetery. In Josephs memory donations may be made to the Katie Kirlin Fund, 229 Wolf Street, Philadelphia, PA 19148. Cemetery SS Peter & Paul Cemetery 1601 Sproul Road Springfield PA 19064 US Visitation Monday, October 17, 2022 9:30 AM - 11:30 AM Saint Gabriel Church 2917 Dickinson Street Philadelphia PAUS Funeral Mass Monday, October 17, 2022 11:30 AM - Saint Gabriel Church 2917 Dickinson Street Philadelphia PAUS Funeral Home Murphy Ruffenach Brian W. Donnelly Funeral Home 2239 S 3rd St Philadelphia PA - 19148 US 215-334-1578