Dr. Joseph P Armenia
June 29, 1935 ~ March 5, 2023
Marietta Southern Cremations & Funerals
Dr. Joseph P. Armenia passed away peacefully in Atlanta on March 5, 2023, at 87.
Born in Buffalo, he was a graduate of the University of Buffalo Medical School, and an Army veteran who served in the Vietnam War. Dr. Armenia practiced internal medicine and endocrinology at offices in Hamburg and West Senica; and was on staff at Mercy, Our Lady of Victory, and St. Joseph’s hospitals. He served as Chief of Endocrinology for many years and President of the Medical Staff 1988-1989 while at Mercy Hospital.
Dr. Armenia was a founder of the Western New York Chapter of the American Diabetes Association and served as Chairman for many years. He was instrumental in the growth of the organization and was honored as their 1988 Citizen of the Year.
A fan of all Buffalo sports teams, Dr. Armenia particularly enjoyed traveling to four Super Bowls while serving as a team physician for the Buffalo Bills.
He was predeceased by his beloved wife Mildred (nee Simone). Lovingly remembered by children Kathy Lewis, Robin Armenia (Walter Grosh), Deena Armenia (Tim Dubose), and Keith (Christine) Armenia; 10 grandchildren; 4 great-grandchildren; and many nieces and nephews. Brother of the late Dr. Carmelo Armenia, Dr. John Armenia, Michael Armenia, Richard Armenia and Rachael Esposito.
No prior visitation. A Mass will be celebrated at Saints Peter & Paul R. C. Church, 66 East Main Street, Hamburg on Monday July 3rd at 10:00 AM. Flowers gratefully declined in support of the Mercy Hospital Foundation and the American Diabetes Association. Please use the links at the bottom of the page for these foundations.
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Dr. Joe was a marvelous man. I first met Joe and Millie when they visited Port Cunnington Lodge in Muskoka. My parents owned the lodge and Millie and Joe came each year to the lodge. They became friends of the family immediately.
Joe also was a great resource for me and my husband as he had diabetes.
It was a sad day when I learned of Joe’s death. He always had a positive outlook on life and “He was always Marvelous”. Condolences to the family. Love, June Gates
June,
Thank you for your comments and condolences. We are forever grateful for the lifelong friendships and that were made at Port Cunnington.
Much love,
Kathy, Robin, Deena, and Keith
“and memories”
Dear Family,
Bob and I send our deepest sympathy to you on the loss of your dad. He was a personal friend, a great neighbor and a wonderful doctor. Please know that each of you are in our thoughts and prayers at this time.
Sending love,
Bob and Marilyn Walker
Mr. and Mrs. Walker,
Thank you for your thoughts and prayers. We are grateful our parents had such wonderful friends over the years.
Much love,
Kathy, Robin, Deena and Keith
Dear Kathy, Robin, Deena & Keith,
I hope you know how much I loved Dr. Joe and Aunt Millie as they always were to me. The memories flood back into my head. Robin, I can’t tell you how many people I’ve shared with the story of your dad taking us to see Elvis!! Skiing at Gore mountain with both our dads, as well as all the fun of simply living next door to each other. I will never forget either one of them. I’m grateful to have all the memories.
With Love,
Cynthia
Cynthia,
We are blessed to have had such wonderful neighbors to grow up with. Thank you for sharing those great memories.
Much love,
Kathy, Robin, Deena and Keith
To Dad,” In the middle of winter, I have discovered within me an invincible summer “(Albert Camus)In Loving Memory, Always.
My thoughts and prayers are with the family. Dr. Armenia was truly a healer and supremely compationate man. Heaven has certainly gotten another angel.
Mrs. Meyers,
Thank you for your comments and condolences.
Kathy, Robin, Deena and Keith
To Mom and Dad, In loving and happy memories, always,
Fall, 1988, Eden, NY, , sunday afternoon, the living room on Pinecrest. Pepperoni pizza, ( way too 😊) hot wings, blue cheese and a diet pop in a large glass full of ice… . Spider cannot distract us from watching the Bills game on TV and … in between the players, we’re looking for you,…
Dad, thank you so much for all that you and mom have done. I miss both of you and I will never forget!
Your positiveness will be carried on by so many that you have touched and inspired.
“Au milieu de l’hiver, j’ai découvert en moi un invincible été.”
(In the middle of winter, I have discovered within me an invincible summer )
(Albert Camus)
My deepest condolences to the family I learned to love, especially to my brother Keith, Deena, Robin, Kathy, their partners, their beautiful children and grandchildren.
In Loving and happy Memories, always!
-Artin.
Artin,
Grateful that you became part of our family so many years ago. Your phone calls and visits over the years brought great joy to our parents. Much love,
Kathy, Robin, Deena and Keith
In Loving Memory