Joseph Michael Colavecchi, Jr., 43, of Clearfield died on Thursday, June 29, 2006 at his residence.
He was born on December 1, 1962 in Clearfield, a son of Joseph and Joan (Natoli) Colavecchi of Clearfield.
Mr. Colavecchi was a self-employed cosmetologist in Clearfield. He was a 2005 graduate of Slippery Rock University with a degree in finance.
He was a member of St. Francis Catholic Church, Clearfield and a Fourth Degree member of the Knights of Columbus Clearfield Council #409.
In addition to his parents, he is survived by his former spouse Kim Mikesell Colavecchi of Clearfield; three children, Michaela Ann, Carly Jay and Joseph Cross Colavecchi all of Clearfield; a brother, Paul Charles Colavecchi of Clearfield;
a sister, Mary Margaret OKeefe of Ft. Lauderdale, FL; and a niece, Samantha OKeefe.
Mass of Christian Burial was said at St. Francis Catholic Church, Clearfield at the convenience of the family with Msgr. H. Desmond McGee, Jr. as celebrant. Interment followed in the Calvary Cemetery, Clearfield.
The family suggests that memorial contributions be made to Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals, RD# 3, Box 86, Philipsburg PA 16866 or Saint Francis Educational Endowment Fund, 212 South Front Street, Clearfield PA 16830.
The Kevin A. Beardsley Funeral Home, Clearfield was in charge of the arrangements.