Joe Reorda beloved community member and former mayor passed away peacefully at home on May 7, 2023, surrounded by loved ones.
From his time as a coach and teacher to his time as principal and eventually mayor, he loved Trinidad and always believed in it and believed in its people. He could always be found somewhere in town, and was always willing to help his fellow citizens.
He was proceeded in death by his beloved wife of 57 years, Olga Reorda. He is survived by his two sons Joe Reorda II and Danny Reorda, his adopted daughter, Carol Cometto, and his dog Dexter! He is also survived by his sisters Anne Montelone and Teresa Paravechio and his brother John (Yvonne) Reorda and sister-in-law Anna Mae Reorda. Nieces, nephews, other relatives, and many dear friends also survive. Visitation will be held Wednesday, May 17, 2023, at the Comi Funeral Home Chapel from 1 PM to 6 PM.
I remember Joseph Reorda .He was my principal at Trinidad High School. He was a great person.He always had a smile on his face when I seen him in the hallways .I remember I got called into his office for ditching one of my classes in my Senior year.He said I was always a shy person since my high school years and just because I was a senior he said that I start ditching classes He let me go off easy but reminded me that this was my last year to make the best of it and graduate and that I did ….. I always remember you Mr.Joseph Reorda 😊R.I.P. SIR 🙏🙏🙏🙏