Obituary of Joseph Cali

Joseph Cali, 56, of 1879 South Maple Ave. Ashville, NY, went to be with his heavenly father at 4:29 a.m. Wednesday, October 17, 2018, in his home. A lifelong area resident, he was born October 1, 1962 in Jamestown, NY a son of Diega "Della" Perfetto and the late Ross J. Cali. Joe was a 1980 graduate of Panama Central School and went on to serve an apprenticeship as a journeyman baker. Before his retirement due to ill health, he was a professional journeyman baker for Bi-Lo Market in Warren, PA, which later became Topps Market, for over 30 years. In earlier years he began his career in baking at the former Super Duper Store in Lakewood, NY. He was an active member of the Zion Tabernacle Church, giving his heart and soul to the Lord. He had a keen interest in Astronomy and was a 35 year member of the Marshall Martz Observatory in Frewsburg. He also enjoyed camping with his family, going to the amusement park, biking, golfing, fishing and flying drones. He also enjoyed computers and keeping up with technology. Surviving are his wife of 35 years, Terry L. Parham Cali, whom he married August 20, 1983, a son, Michael J. Cali of Ashville, a daughter, Michelle M. Cali of Erie, PA, his mother, Diega "Della" Perfetto Hurst of Dunedin, FL, two brothers, Sam Cali of Dunedin, FL, Ross Cali of Jamestown, a sister, Cathy Johnson of Jackson, TN, as well as many nieces, nephews and cousins. He was preceded in death by his father Ross J. Cali, a sister, Grace Spencer and his grandparents. A memorial service will be held at 11:00 a.m. Saturday, October 20, 2018, in Zion Tabernacle. The Rev. Robert E. Reeves, pastor will officiate. The family will receive friends following the service in fellowship hall of the church. Memorials may be made to Zion Tabernacle, 142 Foote Ave. Jamestown, NY, or to St. Jude's Children's Hospital, 501 St. Jude Place, Memphis, TN 38105.