Joseph Anthony Surina

Joseph Anthony Surina died February 4th 2025 in the City of Chattanooga, Tennessee. He was born January 2nd, 1999 and lived to the age of 26. Joseph was survived by his Mother, Susan Mazzullo; his Stepfather, Doug Mazzullo; and his Father, Steven Surina; his two brothers, John Surina and Michael Surina; and his two sisters, Theresa Surina and Sophia Surina. 

Joseph Surina had a real passion for cooking, living his life in the pursuit to better his craft. Joseph worked as a chef in multiple chain restaurants as well as a Michelin star restaurant. Additionally, Joseph was an accomplished dancer, nature enthusiast, and a great agriculturalist. He often spent much of his free time outdoors enjoying the company of wildlife and cultivating a wide variety of plants.

Joseph was a strong, loving, and forgiving man. His childlike spirit always seemed to light up a room and give a little more joy. Throughout all his hardships, he never gave into bitterness and always wore a smile on his face. He valued his family and friends above all else. He wanted nothing more than to bring a little more happiness into this world. 

The Funeral Service will be held at St. Ann's Catholic Church in Charlotte, NC on Tuesday, February 11th at 10am.