Charles C. Molinaro Jr.

Born on March 6, 1934, Charles was the son of Charles Sr. and Marie (Carell) Molinaro. A longtime resident of Livingston, New Jersey, he lived a life defined by dedication to his family, faith, and community.

Charles proudly served his country as a member of the United States Navy. Following his service, he remained deeply committed to both his church and civic organizations. He was a devoted parishioner of Saint Raphael’s Roman Catholic Church and an active member of the VFW, UNICO, the Old Guard, and the Knights of Columbus.

Charles found great joy in life’s simple pleasures. He enjoyed visits to the casinos, especially trips to Atlantic City, and cherished family vacations to the Jersey Shore, particularly Wildwood and Point Pleasant. Above all, Charles treasured his time spent with his family and friends.

He will be deeply missed by his beloved wife of 69 years, Grace Molinaro; his children, Steven (Debi) Molinaro and Valerie (Angelo) DeNick; his grandchildren, Michelle (Scott) Cohen, Frank (Jennifer) DeNick, Raymond (Melissa) DeNick, Nicholas, Joseph (Stacey) Pateman, and the late Michelle Albanese; his twelve great-grandchildren; his sister, Catherine Megaro; and many loving nieces and nephews.

Family and friends are invited to attend a Visitation on Thursday, April 9, 2026, from 9:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. at St. Raphael Roman Catholic Church, 346 E. Mt. Pleasant Avenue, Livingston, New Jersey. The Funeral Mass will take place at 11:30 a.m., followed by a Committal Service at Restland Memorial Park, 77 Deforest Avenue, East Hanover, New Jersey.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in Charles’s memory to the American Heart Association.

Charles’s legacy of love, faith, and devotion will live on in the hearts of all who knew him.