Parente, Joseph W., 62, of Ft. Lauderdale, passed away peacefully surrounded by his loving family on Tuesday, April 3, 2018. Born on February 2, 1956, in Brooklyn, New York, to the late Joseph E. Parente and Yolanda T. (Alfano) Parente. After graduating high school,  Joseph attended college and achieved his Associate’s degree. Joseph became a computer programmer, a career he was proud of. His memory will always be remembered by his daughter, Jessica T. Hale; former spouse, Denise Parente; extended family and friends. Arrangements entrusted to Boyd-Panciera Family Funeral Care, Hollywood Boulevard Chapel.