Joseph L. Sbardella Sr., 88, of Warren, died Monday, Feb. 24, 2020 at Hope Hospice in Providence. He was the husband of Rosemarie (McDonald) Sbardella.

Joseph was born in Providence, a son of the late Rocco and Matilda (Gentile) Sbardella.

He was a veteran of the United States Air Force.

Mr. Sbardella was a Vessel and Pipe Designer for the Hart and Herzog Engineering Company for over 40 years before retiring. He had lived in Warren since 1961, coming from Providence. He was a parishioner of St. Mary of the Bay Church.

Joseph was also employed at the former Tower Iron Works and he was also a draftsman.

He was a member of the German Club in Warren, the American Legion and the Bristol Elks Lodge.

He enjoyed watching hockey.

Besides his wife, he is survived by his son, Joseph L. Sbardella Jr. of Warren; and his daughter, Valerie N. Sbardella of Barrington. He was the brother of Rocco Sbardella of Portland, Maine and Peter Sbardella of Cranston.

Mr. Sbardella was the grandfather of four, and the great-grandfather of two. He was the brother of the late Albert Sbardella, Louis Sbardella, Edward Sbardella, Patrick Sbardella and Elsie Sbardella.

A Mass of Christian Burial will be held Monday, March 2, 2020 at 11 am in St. Mary of the Bay Church, 645 Main St., Warren. Relatives and friends are invited to attend.

Calling hours and flowers are omitted.

Gifts in his memory may be sent to Hope Hospice, 1085 North Main St., Providence RI, 02904 or St. Mary of the Bay Church, 645 Main St., Warren, RI 02885.

Arrangements by Smith Funeral and Memorial Services. See www.wjsmithfh.com.