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Joseph R. Cotrona, Jr., of Westbrook, went to meet the Lord on Nov. 1. He was born on June 14, 1938, in Meriden, the son of Joseph and Florence Cotrona.

Joseph was a graduate of Meriden High School, and was a talented musician, able to play many musical instruments.

Joseph was predeceased by his wife Eileen, his parents, his brother Frank, his sister Nancy Maskaitis, and his stepmother Gladys Cotrona. He is survived by many loving nieces and nephews, and his stepsister Viola Fernandes of Wolcott.

A memorial service will be held on Sunday, Nov. 17 at 2 p.m. in Christ Chapel, 1185 Durham Rd., Madison.