Joseph Piazza

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Joseph A. Piazza, 86, of Waco, passed away Thursday, February 7, 2008 in Waco. A family burial service will be held later at Riverside Cemetery in Rochester, N.Y.

Joseph was born in Rochester to Salvatore and Josephine Piazza. He and his wife, Betty, moved to Waco 25 years ago. He was retired from American Bank. He was a gifted artist and loving father.

His wife, Betty, preceded him in death on January 10, 2008.

He is survived by two daughters, Kathy Haik and husband, Phillip, and Joyce Horton and husband, Chris, all of California; a son, Russell Piazza of Rochester, NY; step-daughter, Paula Rockcastle of Rochester, NY; a brother, Sam Piazza of Florida, four grandchildren, and a great-grandchild.

The family extends special thanks for Pastor Jimmie Johnson of First Presbyterian Church for his help during this time.