Joseph Stephen Marateo, 87, of West Orange passed away on April 29, 2020.  Joseph was an Airforce Veteran and had spent many years in the produce business working for M&M Farms, Cosimo's Market and most recently ShopRite in West Orange.

Beloved husband of the late Nancy Marateo. Dear brother of the late Albert, Cosimo and Helen Marateo. Loving father of Joseph R. Marateo and his wife Vicky, Karen Marateo Rothenberger and her husband Jim. Cherished Grandfather of Christopher Joseph Marateo, Danielle Marie and Sami Rothenberger.

Funeral services held privately.

In lieu of flowers, the family has requested a donation be made to the Community Food Bank of NJ.