Joseph J. Tecce Obituary
With solemn hearts, we announce the passing of Joseph J. Tecce of Wellesley, Massachusetts, born in Boston, Massachusetts, whose presence will be deeply missed, having departed on April 16, 2026. Family and friends are welcome to leave their condolences on this memorial page and share them with the family.
He was predeceased by: his parents, Amelia Tecce (Petrucci) and Giuseppe Tecce; and his siblings, Mary Giangregorio and Peter Leone. He is survived by: his wife Mary Jo Tecce (Spigelmire) of Baltimore, MD; his children, Anthony C. Tecce of Somerville, Maria A. Tecce of Dublin, Ireland, Peter M. Tecce (Lynne N. Harrold) of Wellesley, Susanna M. Ralli (James A. Ralli) of Natick and Christopher J. Tecce of Newton; and his granddaughter Cara E. Tecce of Wellesley.
Through the course of his career, he published 99 articles and contributions to journals and books, and gave 83 presentations at conferences, and 154 presentations for students, academic communities, and the public.
