Joe was born in 1929 in Follansbee, WV, to Jack and Anna Hedmond Carissimi.
He was married for 68 years to the love of his life, Ann, who preceded him in death in 2015.
For many decades of his life, Joe work in the insurance and securities business, from which he established many business relationships and lasting friendships.
He enjoyed his family, friends, and researching his genealogy. Most of all, Joe enjoyed working around this house, mainly outdoors, but especially on his hillside which was his pride and joy. He was a member of St. Johns Church, the Lions Club and the Moose Club. He was always interested in politics and was active in numerous local elections.