Joseph J. Chermesino, Sr.

Joseph J Chermesino Sr.
1936-2026 (11 days shy of 90!)

Devoted Patriots fan since 1960 (saw games at Fenway, Nickerson, opening nights for both Shaeffer and Gillette). Red Sox fan since the forties, and was so relieved to see the curse broken.

He was very proud of his Italian heritage, and was a long time member of the Sons of Italy.

He had a knack for automobiles, worked for Chevrolet as a mechanic in their 50’s heyday, before opening his own shop in Dorchester in 1962.

Focusing on tires, a few years later he expanded his shop, becoming the largest tire installer/dealer in Boston (and the self proclaimed “mayor” of Dorchester Ave).

He sold the shop in 1982, started taking classes at Bentley College, read, listened to tapes, studied his ass off, and made a complete 180 degree turn, becoming a Certified Financial Planner.

Pivoting to a business world, he was very proud to be a Braintree Rotarian, and insisted the members take care of their unpaid dues, ASAP.

He had a phenomenal sarcastic sense of humor, loved to break balls, and his stories, told in his fantastic Boston accent, will thankfully live rent free in my brain for life.

Dad lived life to the fullest, and was an incredible family man. He loved his wife Carol with every ounce of his being. His kids, more, and his grandkids even more still.

And we all loved him back!

He had no regrets, he did everything in life he wanted, and he was ready to see Mom again.

Like Mom, Dad didn’t want any services. The family will privately reunite Dad w/ Mom at a future date.

In lieu of flowers, please consider a donation to Dementia Society of America.

Please put on some Sinatra/Rat Pack, hug your loved ones, and recall a great memory of Joe/Cousin/Dad/Papa/Mr. C/Uncle Joe that will put a smile on your face.

The Charles F. Oteri and Son Franklin Funeral Home 33 Cottage St. is honored to assist the Chermesino family.

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