Joseph Eugene Scrima was born July 15th, 1935 in Schenectady New York. He was one of 7 boys born to Mary (Gitto) Scrima, also of Schenectady and Frank Scrima of Messina, Italy. Joe was the second born and had an adventurous childhood in the Adirondack mountains. He was a drummer in jazz and swing bands, a great dancer and was voted best personality...more

Joe was such an amazing person! I first met him when he had the shoe store in St. Joseph. He carefully and lovingly measured each of my 3 girls for baby shoes, which i still have. He could tell by the wear pattern on the shoes how the kids walked and made recommendations. I used to tell him my kids have the straightest toes because of him. He w...more

Happy Birthday Uncle Joe! I'll always remember your kindness and grace and warm hugs. God's Blessings to your wonderful family...hope they all know how much they are loved (and will always have a welcoming family in Florida should they enjoy a visit!) As Heaven's newest angel, we know you're shining down on us and covering us with your feathers. P...more

Joe, was my bigger than life older bro, the 2nd born of us 7 brothers; I was the 7th . My first memory of him is seeing him sitting on his big horse, Lady O'Mine, retired trotter, along with my other horsemen bros, Bob on Prince (retired Army horse) and Phil on Nippy! I remember his mustering out of the Army and birthday party at Mt. Lake, NY, par...more

Wishing you a peaceful journey Uncle Joe! I will always remember your big smile, giant hugs, and thoughtfulness. Love you Love Q

When I was four years old and Joe six we explored a pile of wood boards in our backyard. When we stepped on a board it crushed a hornets nest under the board. The hornets came out in an angry cloud. My brothers ran but I was frozen on the spot. Joe saw my dilemma and called,"I will save you Bobby", and ran to me , picking me up and carrying me to ...more

I remember, “Joe Burgers”! They were hot as hell, but good. When we had the, “Scrima Trio,” when I got out of time, he would wrap me on the knuckles with his drumsticks. I still have a hard time, keeping time. He devoted his life to helping others and spreading his faith, surely, he is in heaven now. We will miss hm.

I always remember my uncle Joe's kind and generous spirit. He brought his thoughtful, yet jovial energy to every occasion, spreading his zest for life, that uplifted everyone around him. That passion and caring shone through in his words and even more in his actions. His wonderful cooking, invigorating pain relieving massages, readiness to lend ...more