Joseph Marasco II, age 71, of Kingston, passed away Wednesday, November 15, 2023, at his home surrounded by his family. He was born July 6, 1952, in Washington, Pennsylvania, and has been a resident of Roane County for the past 48 years. Joseph was a faithful member of Young’s Chapel Cumberland Presbyterian Church serving in many capacities over the years. He was a very talented musician and had served as a church organist for several years. Joseph was also a member of the Gideon’s of Roane County and was also a member of the East Roane County Volunteer Fire Department. He retired from ORNL as a Patent Agent. He was a proud Italian American and enjoyed food, culture, and family.

He was preceded in death by his parents: Joseph A. & Teresa Maria Marasco.

Survivors include his loving wife of 48 years: Karen Marasco; daughter: Nikki Marasco & husband, Jay Gluck; son: Eric Marasco (Jessica); grandson: Benton Marasco; brothers: Saverio Marasco and Timothy Marasco (Sally); brother-in-law: Timothy Opfer (Donna); and several nieces, nephews, extended family members and friends

The family would like to offer special thanks to the wonderful doctors and nurses who cared for Joseph during his illness.

Graveside service will be held at 2 p.m. Sunday, November 19, 2023, at Lawnville Cemetery with Rev. Dale Watson presiding. Instead of flowers, the family asks memorial contributions be made to Young’s Chapel Cumberland Presbyterian Church or East Roane County Volunteer Fire Department.

Fraker Funeral Home of Kingston is in charge of arrangements.