Anthony Patrick Ricci

Anthony Patrick Ricci, 85, of Toms River, New Jersey, passed away peacefully on April 13, 2026. Born on September 24, 1940, in Jersey City, NJ, Anthony lived a life defined by hard work, devotion, and deep love for his family. He will be dearly missed by his beloved wife, children, grandchildren, and three great-grandchildren, all of whom brought him immense pride and joy.

Anthony dedicated many years of his career to National Lead and later to Elementis, where he served as a Senior Technical Marketing Representative. His work in the paint industry led to multiple patents—an achievement he was deeply proud of and one that reflects his ingenuity, dedication, and lasting impact in his field.

A true car enthusiast, Anthony found genuine joy in all types of automobiles and never lost his appreciation for their craftsmanship and design.

Above all, Anthony cherished time spent with his loved ones. He especially enjoyed traveling with his wife, Sharon, creating lasting memories on family trips to Disney World and cruises with Royal Caribbean.

Anthony is survived by his beloved wife of 63 years, Sharon L. Ricci; his daughter, Terry L. Campbell; his son, Anthony Ricci (Diane); his brother, Patrick J. Ricci; his grandson, C.J. Medeiros (Andrea); his granddaughter, Aleisa Sanchez (Ruben); and his great-grandchildren, Lucia Medeiros, Lucas Medeiros, and Dante Sanchez.

A celebration of Anthony’s life will be announced at a later date. Please check back for details.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the Alzheimer’s Association by visiting www.alz.org.