Joseph Frederick Schiano

Joseph Schiano was born in Kittaning, Pennsylvania on July 14,1948. His family moved back to San Diego and settles in Lemon Grove. He was the oldest of 6 children. He graduated from Helix High School in 1966.

He then followed his Dad in the Nassco Shipyard.

In 1968, he enlisted in the United States Air Force, after basic training, he was sent to Vietnam. He married his high school sweetheart, Artie, and during this 17 year union was blessed with 2 children, Joseph Jr and Audrie.

Upon return, he resumed his position at Nassco, until he re-enlisted in 1972, where he again served in Vietnam and Thailand.

When discharged, he resumed his work in the shipyards of San Diego, including Nassco, Campbell, and SouthWest Marine (later named BAE).

He married his 2nd wife, Patty, and from that 32 year union was blessed with 2 more children, David and Angela.

He retired from working in 2013 permanetly.

He was a Proud Veteran and a Life Member of Lakeside VFW Post 5867 and American Legion.

Survived by his wife of 32 years, Mother, brothers, sisters, sons, daughters, 4 children, 9 Grandchildren, 6 Great Grandchildren and many friends.

YOU WILL BE MISSED