Joseph Hamilla, age 92, of Stratford, passed away on Sunday, June 10, 2012, in Northbridge Health Care Center, Bridgeport. Born on February 12, 1920 he was the son of the late John and Anna Galayda Hamilla. Joseph was a graduate of Harding High School and Bridgeport Engineering Institute. He was a retired Mechanical Engineer for General Electric, and was a Mason in the Fidelity St. John Lodge, #3 AF&AM, and was an avid traveler, he enjoyed his tours of Europe on his beloved bike. Survivors include his sister Irene Hamilla of Bridgeport and his niece Nancy Hamilla of Shelton, and several nieces and nephews. He was pre-deceased by four brothers John, Theodore, Michael, and George Hamilla. All services are private and have been entrusted to the Adzima Funeral Home 50 Paradise Green Place Stratford.