JoAnn Gaudiosi

JoAnn “JoJo” Gaudiosi (Scola), 76, of Hanover Township, passed away peacefully at her home, surrounded by her loving family, on March 13, 2023. 

Devoted mother of Danielle Stefanelli, her husband Joe, Nicole Benanti and her husband Tommy.  Cherished grandmother of Gracie, Emma, and Lily.  Dear sister of Matthew Scola, his wife Patricia “Pat”, and Barbara Skelly "Bobby".  Also survived by many nieces, nephews, cousins and dear friends.  

JoAnn raised her two daughters in her hometown of West Orange. She worked at Lowenstein, Sandler Law Firm in Roseland, NJ from 1981-2006. JoAnn cherished her years working there where she made lifelong friends. In 2006, she retired with her husband Frank to Cape Coral, Fl. Known for her big personality and sense of humor. JoAnn will be missed dearly by family and friends.

She was pre-deceased by her husband Francis “Frank” Marino, and her parents Samuel and Constance Scola. 

Visitation at the Leonardis Memorial Home, Inc., 210 Ridgedale Avenue, Florham Park on Friday from 4-7pm, including a prayer service at 6:30pm. 

In lieu of flowers, donations can be made in JoAnn’s memory to St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital, see donation box below for details….

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