Rudolph L. "Rudy" Iannacone

Rudolph L. Iannacone, age 87, of Toms River, New Jersey passed away on Monday, April 1, 2024. Rudy, as he preferred to be called, was born in Brooklyn, New York, on December 17th, 1936. He was the son of Arnold Iannacone and Angela Catalano. He married Teresa A. Tierney in late spring of 1957. Together they raised four children. Rudy met Jean M. Kramer later in life and together they joined in marriage on December 27th, 1980. Jean and Rudy celebrated 44 years of life together and she was a devoted and loving wife.

Rudy and Jean blended the family together lovingly. Rudy is survived by Jean, his wife; His four children; Kathy, Irene, Steven, and David Iannacone; their spouses Susan Iannacone and Nancy Iannacone. He is also survived by his sister-in-law, Carol (Kramer) diMarco, brother in-law, Jim Kramer. Also included are eight grandchildren: Craig, Katy, Michelle, Shannon, Joe, Dan, Jen, and Allison; also, thirteen great-grandchildren. Also surviving him are his nieces; Angela, Justine, Mary Iannacone; Melissa and Sarah Kramer, and Becky McElvaine. Nephews; Mark and Chris Kramer; and Raymond McElvaine. With a special mention to Mari Iannacone (Howard).

He is preceded in death by his parents; Teresa Iannacone, his only and dear older brother Arthur (Rocky) Iannacone and his spouse Carmela (Millie). His brother-in-law, Paul DiMarco. With special mention to Roger McElvaine.

A man with two important parts to his life story, he started with being a father to his children. He did his best to juggle a young marriage and growing family. He finished College at night while the children were young and worked during the day to support the family. Many fond memories were created. He was responsible for instilling many traits that his children now possess. Rudy was educated in Chemistry. He spent his career with multiple companies growing from Research to Quality Assurance.

As time passed, Jean, a kind and compassionate woman, brought out the best in Rudy. They enjoyed traveling, shared a spiritual commitment to help others as together they mentored couples in Marriage Encounter services. They both shared a passion for food (Italian) and hosted many family holiday events as they both enjoyed cooking. In retirement he started to assemble computers, keeping his mind sharp. He loved Sci-Fi and enjoyed movies with Jean.

He will be missed dearly. He lives on in Jean’s heart and the moments of joy he brought to the family table. (Not just the dinner table).

Let his soul rest in peace and let us now celebrate his life.

A visitation for Rudy will be held Sunday, April 7, 2024 from 2:00 PM to 5:00 PM at Anderson & Campbell Funeral Home, 703 Main Street, Toms River, NJ 08753. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to St. Jude Children's Hospital in memory of Rudy.