Joseph J. Centrella, 80, of Yatesville, passed away Sunday, February 16, 2020, at Riverstreet Manor, Wilkes-Barre.
Born in Pittston on June 13, 1939, he was the son of the late Joseph C., and Mary (Bright) Centrella. He was a graduate of Pittston High School. Joseph was a member of the local brick layers union and worked for Bright Construction for many years. He was a member of St. Joseph Marello Parish, Pittston.
Surviving are his aunts, Viola Giannone, Pittston, Nancy Benjunas, New York, and Stella Centrella, Pittston Township; and numerous cousins.
A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated Friday, February 21, 2020, at 9:30am at St. Joseph Marello Parish, 237 William Street, Pittston. Those attending are asked to go directly to church. Interment will be private in Mt. Olivet Cemetery. Friends may call Thursday, February 20, 2020, from 5-7pm at Adonizio Funeral Home, LLC, 251 William Street, Pittston.