Joseph James Malvesti, age 69, a longtime resident of Oldsmar Florida passed away peacefully on Saturday, February 22, 2025, at Mease Manor Hospice Center in Dunedin Florida, surrounded by his beloved children. Joe was a devoted father, husband to Angela, grandfather, cherished friend, and a respected member of his community.
Joe was born in Quincy Massachusetts on May 11,1955, to the late Nancy (Mangiarelli) and John A. Malvesti, Sr., Sergeant, Q.P.D., Retired. Joe was raised and educated in Quincy and is a graduate of Quincy High School, class of 1976.
Joe was employed as a CDL delivery driver for Hood Milk for twenty-three years. After Hood he moved his family to Springhill, Florida in 1992 where he started his own lawncare business for fifteen years and drove then for PTC Petroleum Transport Company before slowing down and focusing on his hobbies which include his Mustang and going to car shows with his sons and grandchildren.
Joe’s life was rich with various experiences. He was known for his cheerful smile, kindness, and unwavering support for others. Joe loved going to car shows, tinkering with his Mustang, crafting and painting model cars. Additionally, he cherished spending quality time with his family.
A devoted father to six children: Jodi M. Malvesti-Carr and her husband David from Massachusetts, Keith R. Malvesti and his fiancée Carrie Moniz from Rhode Island, Kevin J. Malvesti and his wife Chrystal from Arizona, Christopher J. Malvesti and his significant other Lexis Lloyd from Holiday, Shane A. Malvesti from Arizona, and Anthony William Lennox and his wife Jamie from Springhill. They will continue to honor his legacy of kindness and strength.
A loving grandfather of Nicholas J. Carr, Isabella M. Carr, Cameron R. Carr, Caden K. Malvesti, Adriana M. Malvesti, Cataleya Malvesti, Giavana S. Malvesti, Arieya R. Malvesti, Myikah Malvesti, Danica Lennox, Ariella Lennox, Kayla Moniz, Emily Moniz, Andrew Moniz.
Dear brother of John A. Malvesti, Jr. and his wife Lillian “Sis” of Florida; Judith N. Malvesti Carnes and her husband Robert of Whitman; the late Ann L. Barone and her husband the late Anthony Barone Jr.; and the late Douglas J. Malvesti.
Joe is also remembered by many nieces and nephews.
A celebration of Joe’s life will take place on March 2, 2025, at 4910 Bartelt Road, Holiday, FL 34690.
In lieu of flowers, those who wish to honor Joe can make a donation to Boston Children’s Hospital- The Every Child Fund.
Joe will be deeply missed, but his memory endures with family and friends.
Rest in peace, Dad. Your love and laughter will always be remembered.
Chris j malvesti
February 26, 2025, 2:36 pm
I love you Dad. Thank you for being the man you were. You will never be forgotten and greatly missed. We will keep the car safe. Promise.
Lee
February 26, 2025, 4:40 pm
Love you Uncle Joe. You were always my “protector” when I was growing up.
Thank you for always being there.
Jodi Malvesti-Carr
February 26, 2025, 6:40 pm
Dad, I love you with all my heart. How can I say goodbye to my dad? This emotion is deep and complex, too big for words, too heavy for my heart. You have been my guide, my protector, my greatest teacher. Every lesson, every laugh, every quiet moment we shared is a piece of you that will live in me forever.
Though I have to say goodbye, I will never stop carrying you with me. Your love shaped me, your wisdom strengthened me, and your presence will always be felt in the person I am today and a reflection through Nick, Isabella and Cameron.
I will miss you more than words can say, but I will honor you by living with the love and kindness you showed me.
Goodbye for now, Dad. But not forever. You will always be with me living strong in my heart and through the memories we made as a family❤️.
Love you, forever and always!!
Your Only Girl!!!
Kathleen Blaha
February 27, 2025, 3:14 pm
Losing your father is one of the most difficult life challenges. Sending lots of love.
Kay and Bob Blaha
Courtney Lyon
February 27, 2025, 3:19 pm
Uncle Joe, you hold a very special place in my heart. You will be deeply missed. I love you. ❤️
Shane A Malvesti
February 27, 2025, 4:22 pm
Idk even know where to begin 😕 from the day I was born you always did what was right for me and our family. You worked everyday to make sure we had a good life and never went without. Most kids got put in summer schools so parents could go to work you took me with you to work and taught me how to be a man at a very young age. At the age of 17 I was able to run your buisness so you could relax a bit during the summer time. Cause of you every job I’ve had I immediately became a Forman cause of my work ethics. You taught me to keep my head up even through situations that should have kept it down and I’ll never forget those life lessons.
I love you very much Dad and I always will, you wont ever be forgotten. I know your up in heaven grabbing some gears in the mustang!! Thumbs up forever Dad 👍
Bella Marie Carr
February 27, 2025, 8:45 pm
Opa I Don’t know what to do without you anymore it’s been so sad when you are gone I can’t go to bed anymore I can only stay up and Thi I about you I love you so Much you will always in my heart forever and ever.
In my basketball games you are the one that make me confident and get us to win you are the lucky clover. I love you always Love you Opa
Jim melanson
February 27, 2025, 8:45 pm
Rest in peace Joe, you will be missed by many god bless you, your Children and grandchildren, have peace and sleep well Joe
Linda J McGarry
February 28, 2025, 2:26 pm
Our deepest sympathy to the Malvesti Children, and the whole Malvesti family. Our hearts and prayers go out to you all in the passing of Joe.
Love Linda and Linda
Judith N Malvesti Carnes
February 28, 2025, 6:05 pm
Dear younger brother. I remember Ma bringing you home from Quincy City; your first steps in the kitchen on Common Street. Getting on the bus Saturday mornings to do errands for Ma. Sitting at the food counter of Woolworths eating french fries and hot dogs. All for 25 cents. Then before I knew, you were my junior usher. Time in a bottle. I wish I could have protected you more from the ins and outs of life. You gave us beautiful children who love you. Here we are as adults finding our way. Your voice saying “cash or credit; park behind the building “ that became part of our morning calls. You are loved; you will be missed. Love from your slightly older sister 😂❤️
Caden malvesti
February 28, 2025, 9:38 pm
I love you so much grampa, your in a better place right now. I loved when we went to go to car shows and hang out i had a really good time with you. And ill carry our Legacy when i go to car shows.
Adriana malvesti
February 28, 2025, 9:53 pm
grandpa i
always loved coming to
house and eating all
ur popsicles while u tell
me abt how cool u and
ur friends were in
Boston jumping off the
rocks i hope u have a
amazing after life up in
heaven and we will miss
dearly it was always
fun hearing u laugh and
telling how much of
a pain
I WaS cause I wouldn’t wake up for
school l love you
grandpa
Dianne M Jordan
February 28, 2025, 11:03 pm
Joe, I am so thankful we reconnected on FaceBook & I had the chance to see what an amazing, beautiful family you have.
“Whenever a beautiful soul has gone,
They leave a trail of loving memories”
May the memories of your Dad, bring you Peace & Comfort❤️🙏
Rest in Peace Joe,
Cousin Dianne
Ann Holden
March 1, 2025, 10:37 pm
Mal, I spent 8 years of my life with u! We had a great love! I will always hold a piece of u in my heart forever. May u be in peace with your parents and your sister Ann! Your children did a great job! Love and through the years! Yours Driscoll! 😘❤️🙏
Christine Quirk
March 2, 2025, 12:59 pm
Dear Uncle Joe,
So today’s the day that everyone will gather to say their goodbyes. It will certainly not be easy, but the strength you’ve embodied in your children and grandchildren will carry them through. You will always be with them and we will always be here to support them.
Thank you for all the memories. We will all find comfort in knowing you’re back home with Grandma, Grandpa and Aunt Ann.
xo Christine