Joseph M. Sapia, 81, of Tolland, beloved husband of Mary (Bundy) Sapia, passed away on Wednesday, September 20, 2017. He was born December 11, 1935 in Hartford, CT, son of Joseph and Rose (Schwiegoffer) Sapia. He was an avid reader. He worked in the liquor industry for 32 years. Besides his loving wife Mary, he is survived by his children Thomas Sapia, Sr. and his wife Julie, Kim Sapia, and Laurie Baronich, his step-children Susan Hyde, David S. Hyde, Jr. and his wife Judy, and Dean Hyde, as well as 10 grandchildren and one great grandchild. He was predeceased by his 3 beloved dogs. All services will be private at the convenience of the family. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the VNA, 8 Keynote Drive, Vernon, CT 06066. "Don't cry because it's over, Smile because it happened. " For online condolences, please visit www.pietrasfuneralhome.com