Caracciolo, Joseph- Of Medford, NY and formerly of Syosset, NY passed away on December 15, 2017. Beloved husband for 50 years of Catherine (nee Ferrigno). Born in 1938, in Carroll Gardens, Brooklyn. Founder of Cara Nurseries, “Joey Flowers” was respected as an entrepreneur, visionary, and mentor to many for over 35 years. With boundless energy, spontaneous wit, and a contagious laugh, Joe was a one-of-a-kind personality that immediately put people at ease. He was an avid tennis player, an enthusiastic dancer, and a passionate fan of the Yankees. Loving father of Joseph (Christine), Christopher (Jaclyn), and Paul (Jacqueline). Cherished grandfather of Kyra, Joseph, Max, Lucian, Paul, and Emma. Loving brother-in-law to Ann, Tom, Concetta, Lee, Dan, and departed Rose. Caring and giving uncle to all of his nieces and nephews and their children. Dear brother of the late Marie and Jo, and survived by his dear brother Frank. A memorial visitation will be held at Beney Funeral Home, 79 Berry Hill Rd., Syosset, NY. Visitation on Wednesday 1 – 4 & 7 – 9PM. Funeral Mass Thursday 11:00 AM at St. Edward Confessor RC Church, 205 Jackson Ave., Syosset, NY. Entombment to follow at Holy Rood Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made online to: www.cjdfoundation.org/donate or with a check to Good Shepherd Hospice and mailed to: Good Shepherd Hospice, GSH Development Program, 110 Bi-County Blvd, Ste 114, Farmingdale, NY 11735.
