Catherine Rose Brunt

Born and educated in Richmond Hill, New York, she was the daughter of the late Samuel and Rose (Stabile) Papariello. Catherine was predeceased by her loving husband of 60 years, Bernard Joseph Brunt. She raised her family in South Huntington, NY, working as a secretary at Holy Family High School, until her retirement. She then relocated to Four Seasons in Lakewood, NJ, spending winter months in Marco Island, Florida.

Catherine will be deeply missed by her four children and spouses, James Brunt ( Linda), Daniel Brunt (Barbara), Jeffrey Brunt (Kathleen) and Bernadette Kelly Barresi ( Frank), her grandchildren Danielle, Thomas, Colin, Michael, Scott, Christopher and Catherine, great grandchildren Donovan, Laila, Cora, Austin and Josephine, her brother Gerald “Buddy” Papariello and his wife Kathy along with numerous nieces, nephew and cousins.

Catherine was a gregarious, outgoing lady with a warm smile and a big heart. She loved being around people, made friends easily and people were drawn to her caring ways and vibrant personality.

Family and friends were always close to her heart. She loved cooking and entertaining and holidays were always a treat at her house.

Catherine loved to travel and learn about the world around her – and she never met a beach she didn’t like! But ultimately, she was always drawn back to her New York roots and the beautiful ocean waters of Long Island.

Relatives and friends are invited to greet Catherine’s family on Monday, November 5th from 9-10 am at the D’Elia Funeral Home, 1300 Vermont Avenue, Lakewood, NJ 08701. Funeral Service will take place at 10:30 am at Holy Family Church, Lakewood, NJ. Interment will follow at Brigadier General William C. Doyle Veteran’s Cemetery in Wrightstown, NJ.

In lieu of flowers, donations in Catherine’s name can be made to the American Diabetes Association, New Jersey Chapter, 578 Route 28, Building 2, #2107, Raritan, NJ 08869.