A memorial service celebrating the life of John Joseph Botta, Jr (J.J.) 73 of Palm Coast will be held on Wednesday, May 5, 2021 at 4:00 PM in Craig-Flagler Palms Funeral Home, 511 Old Kings Road S. Flagler Beach. The family invites friends to visit with them on Wednesday from 2:00 PM until the time of services. Mr. Botta, a resident for the past five years coming from St. Augustine FL, passed away on Saturday, May 1, 2021 at Advent Health, Palm Coast. He was born on September 11, 1947, a son of the late John Joseph and Irene Sacchi Botta, Sr. A retired college professor and author, Mr. Botta enjoyed golfing, writing, fly fishing, and spending time with his family. He enjoyed reading all books written by Ernest Hemingway and was an avid Boston Red Sox’s fan. Surviving are his loving wife of 50 years, Carol A. (Harrison) Botta, his four children, Meredith Niederriter and her husband John of St. Augustine, Jessica Botta of Indian Harbour Beach FL, Dorrie Botta of Palm Coast and Gregory Adam Botta of San Antonio TX, three grandchildren, Ashley, Madison and Jagger, his sister, Susan Perrone and her husband John. Arrangements are in the care and trust of Craig-Flagler Palms Funeral Home.