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Joe has told many a story since all his family can remember. This website is created and dedicated to everyone who knows and loves Joe, to give him a tribute as he celebrates his 100th birthday. We are excited to hear your stories. But, don’t delay, this website will only be up for a few months. We hope you check back to read other stories. You can post as many as you want – Click Here to See More Stories, Leave a Comment and/or send us a Note!

Introduction

Joseph Germano – known by family and friends simply as Joe – is a figure whose life story exemplifies the American spirit. Born in Mamaroneck, New York, Joe’s journey from a small-town youth to a Marine Corps veteran, a successful businessman, philanthropist and dedicated community leader, has connected with many people over the decades.

This book is written to inspire and celebrate a life of service, entrepreneurship, and community dedication as Joe becomes a centenarian. His family is proud of his accomplishments, many of which he would not have achieved without the encouragement and dedication of his wife of 58 years, Louise Germano, a pillar of the Mamaroneck community in her own right.

If you read this small book about a man small in stature but large in life and are not in some small way inspired, read it again. As Joe would say, you weren’t paying attention. Yes, Joe was bold, direct in his speech as he never had enough time to do all he wanted to do.

Throughout this book you will see many of the “Joeisms” that people who know him well will recognize, if you pay attention and perhaps they will make you laugh with recollection. Joe is the best storyteller ever – and this is his story.