Joseph Michael Alestra's Obituary
Joseph Michael Alestra – May 19, 1960 - December 16, 2017. Joseph passed away at the age of 57 with his beloved mother by his side. Joe was a New Yorker at heart but lived the past 35 years in CA, where he worked for many years as a chef at prestigious hotels. He was a handsome, loving, caring, funny and thoughtful man with beautiful blue eyes, who inspired those around him. His first love was his family survived by his beloved mother Genevieve Alestra-Green, of Escondido, CA, who he cherished every day. Also survived by his beloved brother, Michael Green, of CA, who he cared for deeply and his beloved sister, Sandra Alestra of NY who was the apple of his eye. Also survived by Shelley Eckstein, who was like another sister. Joe will be laid to rest by his father’s side Joseph Alestra Sr and his grandparents in his hometown of NJ. He will be mourned by countless aunts, uncles, cousins as well as friends and family from coast to coast. Joe embraced life, had a strong religious faith and enjoyed being with family, travel, theater, music, martial arts and anything Italian. Joe was a warm and loving person who was loved by all.
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