Joseph Coan

Our beloved father, Joseph Coan, passed away peacefully on August 31, 2025 in West Palm Beach, Florida at the age of 84.

He was born in Italy on September 17, 1940.He came to the United States at the age of 20 and lived with family. Family was always a big part of his life. He had a close relationship with his siblings and their families. Sunday dinners with the whole family created many fond memories. He married his wife, Barbara (DeLuca) of Clifton, in 1967 and they were happily married until her passing in 2001. Joseph was a mason and later contractor for over 50 years. He was an active member of the Italian-American Association of Clifton, NJ and enjoyed playing bocce and cards.

He leaves behind his children Marina Sweet (David), Susanna McClure, Ben Coan and grandchildren Eric, Nicole, Tyler, Katherine and Benjamin. He was preceded in death by his sisters Rosa Tomasella, Clara Zava, and his brother Louis Coan.

Visiting will be held at Marrocco Memorial Chapel, 470 Colfax Ave. in Clifton from 4-8pm on Thursday 9/11. The Funeral Mass will be at Sacred Heart Church, 145 Randolph Ave in Clifton on Friday 9/12 at 10 AM. All friends and family are welcome.