PALERMO, Joseph Peter
| Service Number: | 3798772 |
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| Enlisted: | Not yet discovered |
| Last Rank: | Private |
| Last Unit: | 3rd Battalion, The Royal Australian Regiment (3RAR) |
| Born: | Italy , 15 October 1949 |
| Home Town: | Geelong, Greater Geelong, Victoria |
| Schooling: | Not yet discovered |
| Occupation: | Not yet discovered |
| Died: | Geelong, Victoria, Australia , 17 March 2024, aged 74 years, cause of death not yet discovered |
| Cemetery: |
Geelong Eastern Cemetery, Victoria |
| Memorials: |
Vietnam War Service
| 15 Feb 1971: | Involvement Australian Army (Post WW2), Private, 3798772, 3rd Battalion, The Royal Australian Regiment (3RAR) |
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3RAR Vietnam 1971 Tour Facebook
In Honour of Private Joe Palermo (3798772)
We pay tribute to Joseph (Joe) Palermo, known to many as Pte J.P. Palermo of 8 Platoon, C Company, 3 RAR, who served in Vietnam in 1971.
Joe’s tour ran from 12 February to 6 October 1971, a period marked by intense operations east and north-east of Nui Dat. He was involved in significant engagements, including contact with the D445 VC Battalion on 20 March 1971 and the attack on a bunker complex in June that same year — tough operations where courage and mateship shone through.
After Vietnam, Joe built a life in Geelong, Victoria. He was a devoted husband to Lina for 49 years, a proud father to Anita and Robert, and a beloved Nonno to Olivia and James. Joe passed away on 17 March 2024, leaving behind not just his family but also the legacy of quiet strength and service.
His funeral on 22 March 2024 at St. Mary of the Angels Basilica was a true reflection of his kindness, with donations invited for the Andrew Love Cancer Centre. Even in passing, Joe showed care for others.
We remember and thank Joe for his service, his loyalty to his mates, and the love he shared with his family and community.
Rest easy, Joe.
Lest We Forget.
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