Joseph "Joe" Lavandera
July 24, 1944 - January 23, 2025

Born and raised in West Tampa to parents Ralph and Sylvia Lavandera, Joe had two brothers, Ralph Jr. and Henry "Hank". Joe graduated from Jefferson High School and the University of Florida. He was married to his loving wife of 51 years, Mary Pat, and they had two children, Kelley and David, and two grandchildren, Austin and Bryce.

Some of Joe's favorite activities over the years were coaching Little League baseball, visiting Walt Disney World and Anna Maria Island with family, watching the Tampa Bay Rays, and spoiling his dog (Peach). Joe is survived by a large and loving extended family.  He will be greatly missed by many.

In loving memory of Joseph "Joe" Lavandera, the family will be holding a Celebration of Life on Saturday, February 8, 2025 from 11:30 AM to 2:00 PM at The Garden Riverview, located at 6445 US-301 Riverview, FL 33578.