Joseph Frank Barbaretta, 95, of Landisburg, entered into eternal rest on April 16, 2022 at the Carlisle Hospital. He was born August 13, 1926 in Hazleton to the late Frank and Mary (Mento) Barbaretta.
Joseph proudly served in the United States Army during World War II. He worked for Progressive Service Company as a machinist. His greatest passion was horseriding and owning horses. He was a member of Bonnybrook Riding Club and various other riding clubs. Joseph was a faithful member of St. Bernard Catholic Church.
He is survived by 4 children, Barry Barbaretta, Anthony Barbaretta and wife Sharon, David Barbaretta and wife Wanda, and Janette Shaw and husband Ralph; 6 grandchildren; 15 great-grandchildren; and 2 sisters, Rita Kulp and Theresa Tobias. He was predeceased by 2 sons, Robert and Donnie Barbaretta and a grandson.
A graveside service and burial will be held on Wednesday, April 27, 2022 at 2:30 PM at Indiantown Gap National Cemetery, Indiantown Gap Rd., Annville, PA 17003. Arangements have been entrusted to Matinchek Funeral Home and Cremation Services, Inc. 260 E. Main St., Middletown, PA 17057.
In lieu of flowers memorial contributions may be made to St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital, 501 St. Jude Place, Memphis, TN 38105.