HAVERHILL - Joseph A. Badolato, Sr., of Hampton, NH, formerly of Haverhill, died October 14, 2019, surrounded by his loving family. He was born on June 7, 1941, son of the late Domenic, Sr. and Jennie (Grassi) Badolato.

Joe was a graduate of Haverhill High School, class of 1958. He also graduated from Saint Anselm College where he became a Knights of Columbus. He was a hard worker and was a partner of Hudson Shoe Machinery in Haverhill. If not working, he was an avid golfer and member of the Manchester Country Club in Manchester, NH.

Joe is survived by his wife of 57 years, Gail (Hartwell) Badolato, his son, Joseph A. Jr., daughter, Lisa, granddaughter, Angela, sister and brother in-law, Anna and Bob Pasquerella. He was predeceased by his brother, Domenic, Jr., who died in 1998.

At the request of the family, there will be no calling hours and burial will be private. Donations can be made in his memory to the Multiple Sclerosis Foundation, National Headquarters, 6520 N. Andrews Ave., Ft. Lauderdale, FL 33309. Arrangements by Driscoll Funeral Home, Haverhill. For guestbook, please visit www.driscollcares.com