Joseph A. Masi

(Dec. 14, 1944) -- Private Joseph A. Masi, of Lake Street, was killed in action in France on October 25.

Born on January 1, 1920, he enlisted in the Army in 1942.

He served with the 45th Infantry Division.

Masi served two months in Italy before heading to France.

He was awarded the Purple Heart and the Gold Star Citation.

His service number is 32597268.

A 1939 graduate of Belleville High School, he is buried at Mount Olivet Cemetery, Bloomfield, N.J.

Sources

Belleville Times, Dec. 14, 1944

Remembrance - George Sbarra

US World War II Draft Cards Young Men 1940-1947

Belleville Sons Honor Roll

  A Place of Honor and Remembrance In the Home of the Brave

World War II