It’s the weekend and I plan on posting all of the fun
events going on especially throughout Atlanta regarding beer. But of immediate
importance, I need to pay my respects and express condolences to the loss of a
good man in the beverage industry, Savannah Distributor’s late General Manager Joe Nanna. I had the pleasure
of meeting Joe and getting to know him as a fun, generous and very funny guy.
Picking up on his New York accent immediately, we quickly bonded and always
discussed among other things, beer. He was always down to support any of my
endeavors and appreciated my past coverage of his products. After returning
from my trips to Chicago and Phoenix, Arizona this past week, I heard the sad
news from his co-worker Eric.
A cigar aficionado who always loved boating, I
heard Joe enjoyed both the day prior to his passing which gave me a little feeling
of peace. I wish his family, friends and Savannah staff strength and fond
memories.
The above photo it took is a cigar for Joe. I am sure he is
having one right now.
The formal
announcement is here:
Joseph Nanna, 67,
from Cumming, GA, passed away Saturday, February 9, 2013. He is survived by his
beloved wife of 44 years, Marcia; his much loved daughters, Carol, Christine
and her husband, Steve and their children, Steven and Abigail, Lisa and her
husband, Nick Paolini; sister, Marianne of PA. Joe worked his entire life in
the liquor industry with BrownForeman
and Savannah Distributors. Joe's time was spent with his family and friends at
the lake and on his boat! He was well known for his stories and words of
wisdom, and his contagious laughter! He loved life and lived large up until his
last moments. We leave you with-He was "always good," Ciao!! In lieu
of flowers, please send donations to the American Heart Association . Please express
condolences at www.southcare.us.
Arrangements by SouthCare Cremation & Funeral Society in Alpharetta, GA(678) 735-5500.
