Joseph Andrew Palermo 45, a lifelong resident of Maple Shade was taken from this earth on January 17, 2015. Born April 6, 1969, he was the only son to Del Evans of Delaware, formally Del Evans of Maple Shade. He was the father of two beautiful children, Victoria Snyder and Joseph Palermo Jr. He is also survived by many Uncles, Aunts, and cousins. Joe had a passion for baseball and a love for kids who loved baseball. He was an active member in the Maple Shade baseball community with his Uncle Chuck for many years. Together they have taken boys from being the bad news bears to first place champions. Joe was a dedicated selfless coach, mentor to all those who looked up to him, but most of all he was a friend. He will be deeply missed by the numerous lives he touched. Joe will be cremated on Friday January 24. A memorial service will be held Wednesday January 28th 2015 from 6:30-8:30 at Mark C. Tilghman Funeral Home LLC. 38 N.Forklanding Road Maple Shade. Family is extremely grateful for the outpouring of love, and support in many heart-felt forms from countless people. Please send your prayers to his family and thank you again for your overwhelming condolences. In lieu of flowers please make any donation to Maple Shade Little League Baseball in Joe’s name. Rest in peace Joe, have fun playing ball with Poppio and tell Nana we miss her also.