Joseph Scudera

Joseph Dennis Scudera, age 84 of Montello passed away unexpectedly Sunday, May 3, 2026 at SSM Ripon Community Hospital. Joseph was born in Madison on January 10, 1942 to Dominic and Josephina (Tortorice) Scudera. He was raised in the part of Madison known as “The Bush” and proud of his deep Italian heritage. Joseph graduated from Central High School in 1960 and proudly served his country as a member of the National Guard. He was united in marriage to Nancy Nash in Madison on May 23, 1964 and together they raised their family in Madison. Joseph spent many weekends throughout his life in the Montello area and made it his forever home in 2000 when he retired after a 30+ year career at Webcrafters as a printer. He loved to garden and share the produce with his neighbors. Joseph and Nancy immensely enjoyed their annual trips to Isla Mujeres, Mexico. Lastly, he will be remembered as a great family man.

Joseph is survived by his wife of 61 years, Nancy and son, Joe (Brandee) of Hastings, MN as well as seven grandchildren: Amber (Rufus), Josh (Kaitlyn), Zach (Amber), Domenic (fiance, McKenzie), Bryce, Morgan (Luke) and Courtney along with ten great-grandchildren. He is also survived by his son-in-law, Mark Ritter and extended family in the Madison area.

In addition to his parents, Joseph is preceded in death by two daughters: Wendy Wanta and Gina Ritter.

Private services for Joseph will be held at a later date.

Crawford Funeral and Cremation Service of Montello and Oxford is honored to be serving the family. www.CrawfordFH.com