Joseph J. Shaia Obituary
With profound sadness, we say goodbye to Joseph J. Shaia of Torrington, Connecticut, whose vibrant spirit touched the lives of many. Joseph left this world on March 6, 2026 at the age of 86, leaving a void in the lives of so many people. Leave a sympathy message to the family in the guestbook on this memorial page of Joseph J. Shaia to show support.
He was predeceased by: his parents, Joseph Shaia and Clara Shaia (Murelli); and his brother Richard Shaia. He is survived by: his wife Grace Shaia (Herman); his daughter Doreen Shaia; his stepchildren, Mary Ann Marino of Winchester, CT and Paul Marino, Jr. of Winchester, CT; his grandsons, James Marino and Paul J. Marino III; his great grandchildren, Emma Marino, Cara Marino, Paul Marino IV and Estelle Marino; his sister Lois Seymour (Shaia) of Torrington; his nieces and nephews, Kelly Tonetti, Melissa Shaia, Kate Herman, Tess Herman and Shawn Richardson; and his pet Duffy.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the Connecticut Humane Society, 863 Danbury Rd., Wilton, CT 06897 (cthumane.org).
