Joseph C.

Stutto, Sr.

At 68 years of age, Joe passed away on Thursday May 7 ^th at the Massachusetts General Hospital after a brief non-covid related illness.  Born and raised in Chelsea he was the only child and son of the late Lawrence J. and Estelle R. (Richards) Stutto.  He attended local schools and was graduated from Chelsea High School.  He enlisted in the US Army and served during the Vietnam Era. He received a purple heart and was honorably discharged from the service.  Joseph worked at various jobs to support his family, working as a construction laborer and truck driver.  He most enjoyed the 25 years of hiring himself out as a DJ known simply as "Joe S.".  He married Norita (Melanson) and raised three sons and a daughter in Chelsea.  A lifelong resident of Chelsea, he gave over thirty years to Chelsea youth sports, coaching with the Chelsea Little League, POP Warner Football and Chelsea Youth Basketball League.  He loved his time working with and mentoring young men and women of all ages.  He was a proud life member of the Disabled American Veterans (DAV).   He is survived by his beloved wife of 20 years to Norita M. Stutto of Chelsea,  devoted father of Thomas Melanson of Ipswich, Joseph C. Stutto, Jr. and his wife Jenn of Lynnfield, Marc Stutto and Victoria Stutto both of Chelsea. He was the proud grandfather of Thomas Melanson, Jr., Daniel McCarthy, Brandie Melanson and Jackson Stutto.  He is also survived by countless friends and extended family members.

A private family farewell will be held, to be followed by a private graveside inurnment in Woodlawn Cemetery next week.  A celebration of his life will be held and announced for a later date when family and friends can attend. We encourage family and friends who wish, to offer condolences at this time by means of the online guest book or to send a personalized sympathy card.

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