Joseph was born in Philadelphia, PA, on September 26, 1939, to Louis and Mildred.
He is survived by his beloved wife, Patricia Cincotta Grosso, M.D., his sons John Grosso and Patrick Grosso, and his caring grandson, John Grosso, Jr. He will be dearly missed by his dog, Molly Mae, and others. Joseph is also survived by his brother, Louis Grosso, and his nieces and nephew.
After graduating from Drexel Hill High School and La Salle University, where he excelled in track, Joseph earned his M.D. from Thomas Jefferson University School of Medicine in Philadelphia, PA.
He served as a captain and battalion surgeon in the 173rd Airborne Brigade during his tenure in the Army, where he earned honors including the Silver and Bronze Stars, as well as the Purple Heart, for his bravery and dedication. He was also a dutiful member of the American Legion Post 162.
Joseph embarked on a distinguished career in child, adult and neuropsychiatry, completing his residency at Thomas Jefferson University Medical School and Eastern Pennsylvania Psychiatric Institute. He served as an attending physician at Hackensack University Medical Center and Valley Hospital, taught at NJ College of Medicine, and held positions including Medical Director at the West Bergen Mental Health Center and Chief Psychiatrist of St. Joseph’s Hospital Paterson Right Step Program. He also contributed his expertise in ECT and emergency psychiatric care at East Orange Veteran’s Administration Medical Center, and worked at St. Claire’s Medical and Barnert Hospitals.
In his leisure time, Joseph enjoyed cooking, studying history, oil painting, and writing letters and journals. Above all, he cherished spending quality time with friends and family.
Visitation will be held on Wednesday, April 24th, from 11 am – 1 pm at Becker Funeral Home in Westwood, with entombment to follow at Garden of Memories in the Township of Washington.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in his name to La Salle University or Wounded Warriors.
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