Friday, May 2, 2025
I was truly saddened to hear of Mr. Genoese’s passing. I had the privilege of being his mail carrier for the past couple of years, and he was always one of the kindest, most thoughtful customers on my route.
One moment that stands out to me was the last time I saw him. I had just delivered a piece of mail—a simple flyer. As I placed it in the box, a woman opened the door and said, “Joe would like to say hi.” I was so touched that he wanted to greet me. We had a brief but warm conversation, and I’ll always remember him saying, “It’s good to see people.”
That small gesture meant a lot to me. It reflected who he was—someone who valued connection, even in the simplest moments. I’ll carry that memory with me.
With deepest sympathy,
Ava Pryor
(Mail Carrier)