passed away on October 19, 2018 at the age of 84. Known as Bill to family and
friends he was a devoted father and grandfather. He was born and raised
in Jersey City where he met and married his beloved wife Fran in 1955.
He later moved to Emerson, NJ in Bergen County and retired in Lakewood.
Bill worked in the trucking industry and was VP of Sales at Jevic Transportation
when he retired. He was passionate about his work and equally passionate
about his retirement. He enjoyed sports, watching old movies, and going to
breakfast with the "boys". As a longtime resident of the Fairways in Lakewood,
Bill developed many lasting friendships. His favorite sport was softball and he
also participated in Golf, Bocce, Pool, and was a member of the Fairways Mens Club.
He is survived by his wife of 63 years, Fran, his sister Barbara and brother-in-law
Kenny, son Bill, daughter-in-law Carmen, granddaughter Megan, daughter Cathy,
son-in-law Robert, and grandson Matthew. He lived a full life and will be missed by all.
Visitation will be held Sunday, October 28th from 3-8 PM, D'Elia Funeral Home
1300 Vermont Ave., Lakewood. Mass will be held Monday, October 29th, 10:30 AM,
Saint Luke Roman Catholic Church, 1674 Old Freehold Rd., Toms River. Entombment, St. Joseph Cemetery, Toms River.
For more information or to post a tribute on-line visit www.deliafuneralhome.com
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