Joseph Anthony "JoJo" Romano Sr.

Joseph Anthony Romano, Sr “JoJo” Pickens, South Carolina At 81 years old JoJo was a loving husband, father, and grandfather. He passed away in his home in Pickens, SC on Nov 5, 2023. He leaves behind his Wife of 23 years Cheryl S Romano, Son Joseph Romano Jr and wife Carol in North Wales, PA; and Stepchildren, Sean Donohue and Maureen Riddle with husband Chris Riddle. Born February 2, 1942 in Washington, PA, with parents Dominick Romano & Rose Belotti. His older siblings included Dominick “Scooter” Romano, Russell Roveno, and Isabelle Loughman. They are now all together playing golf and eating to their hearts’ content. He graduated from Trinity High School in Washington, PA where he excelled at baseball, wrestling, and football. In the 60s JoJo played AAA baseball and had the honor to play for Chicago Cubs for a few games. Then later teaching kids in the Washington Pony League and South Franklin Township to play the game. He worked as a Baltimore Life Insurance Salesman receiving multiple awards and was the previous owner of Golden Lion on Chestnut Street. He was a member of the Sons of Italy, the Alpine Club, and a parishioner at Immaculate Conception Church. Store Manager Tee 2 Green, starter for The Rookery, both in Delaware. Golfing was his true-life passion and he was a member of Greene County Country Club. For anyone who remembers JoJo golfing or out and about, he was always seen matching from head-to-toe. His wife Cheryl was his true love. He would go to the end of the world to be there for her even in his last days. He was known as her “House Mouse” and taking care of their pets. His grandkids also meant the world to him, always willing to brag about them to anyone who would listen. Grandkids include: Nicholas Romano of Philadelphia, PA, Christian Romano of Charlotte, NC, and Chloe Romano of North Wales, PA; Tracy, Marcus, & Connor Riddle of Richlands, NC; and Sabrinna Donohue of North Carolina. Elaine Romano, sister-in-law, nephew Dominic Romano, niece Pam Phillips, nieces Nicole Phillips and Bethany Romano. Be sure to bring your golf cart, cigar, and your clubs and listen to his story the next time you see him. In lieu of flowers please make “In Memory of” donations to FirstTee.org Cards can be mailed to Cheryl Romano 209 Hickory Drive Pickens, SC 29671 Mountain View Funerals and Cremations- Pickens Chapel is serving the Romano family.

Joseph Anthony "JoJo" Romano Sr.

February 9, 1942 - November 5, 2023