It is with deep sorrow that we announce the death of Joseph A. Wharton of Hollidaysburg, Pennsylvania, born in Bellwood, Pennsylvania, who passed away on February 1, 2024, at the age of 92, leaving to mourn family and friends. Leave a sympathy message to the family in the guestbook on this memorial page of Joseph A. Wharton to show support.

He was predeceased by : his parents, George O. Wharton and Hilda Ann Wharton (Beck); his wife Sarah Jane Simm; his brothers, William and Paul Wharton; and his daughter-in-law Dena.

He is survived by : his children, Gregory Wharton (Connie), Joseph Wharton II (Carolyn), Jeffrey Wharton (Brenda), Johnathan Wharton, Christopher Wharton (Gretchen), Janice Niewola (Rick) and Mary Vancil (Kevin); and his sister Helen Rossi. He is also survived by 15 grandchildren; 12 great-grandchildren; and a sister.

In lieu of flowers, contributions can be made to "Sally Wharton Scholarship Endowment" at Bishop Guilfoyle Catholic High School.

Funeral arrangement under the care of
Santella Funeral Home