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Philip Pagano Obituary
AGE: 81 • Toms River
Philip E. Pagano, 81, of Toms River, passed away Tuesday, Aug. 2, 2011, at Community Medical Center. Born in Newark, he also lived in Lakewood before settling to Toms River in 1963. Philip served in the National Guard and was a retired U.S. Army captain, serving during the Korean War. He spent his life working as an administrator and principal for the Brick Township Board of Education. He was a communicant of St. Justin's Roman Catholic Church. He was also a member of Who's Who in American Colleges and Universities, a Diplomat of Education, and a former member and president of the Columbia Civic League Italian-American Club. As an educator and family man, Phil was always concerned about the welfare of children, as a member of Dover Twsp. Alliance, a Community against Substance Abuse, it was very important to him and he was very proud to be a part of it.
Philip is survived by his loving wife of 58 years, Mary Ann; his son, Philip; his daughter, Anna Marie Foisy; his brother, Anthony; his grandchildren, Audrey, Kyle, Carissa, and Nicole; his great-grandson, Nicholas; and his beloved dog, Peanut.
Visitation for Philip will be from 4 to 8 p.m. Friday, Aug. 5 at Silverton Memorial Funeral Home, 2482 Church Road, Toms River. A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 9:30 a.m. Saturday, Aug. 6 at St. Justin's Roman Catholic Church; please arrive at Silverton Memorial at 8:30 a.m. Cremation will follow at Ocean County Memorial Park. www.silvertonmemorial.com
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Dorothy Irre
August 23, 2011
I taught at VMMS for 19 years - and Mr. Philip Pagano was my Principal for many of them. I considered him to be extremely competent, kind, fair, and always mindful of the best interests of our students. His unannounced visits to my 7th grade classroom were among the best experiences of my teaching career - his love of young people simply shone
even brighter on those occasions. My deepest sympathy and condolences to his family.
August 18, 2011
I am so distraut that I was out of town and unaware of Phil's passing. Not only was Phil my "boss" at VMMS, but a dear friend, as well. At one point, he wanted to have me assigned as his administrative assistant, but I opted to remain a classroom teacher, since that was where my heart was located. Instead, he asked me to take a self-contained G & T class, where I remained until my retirement in 1997. Over the passing years, I would occasionally run into him at mass at St. Justin's. Our last contact was at the viewing for Joe Eid, where we had a lovely chat.
Not only was Phil a great educator, but a dear friend, as well. He will be sorely missed. My sincere condolences to Mary Ann and the whole family.
Reenie Bennett Richardson
Rory Hearn
August 7, 2011
My deepest sympathy to the Pagano family,may god comfort you in the days ahead.
Sal Marino
August 5, 2011
After spending 31years teaching in Brick I would say that Phil Pagano was the finest administrator I taught under. My wife, also teaching in Brick for 30 years echoes these same sentiments. He took pride in his school and touched everyone ego came in contact with him in a special way. Our sincere condolences to Mary Ann and family. A great loss to our community.
Lynn Leonard
August 4, 2011
As our principal in the newly opened Lake Riviera Middle School, Mr. Pagano exhibited the type of kind, clear leadership that caused all of his students to respect him and to follow his lead. When I became an educator in the Brick Township district, I was gratified but not at all surprised that he congratulated me personally and welcomed me aboard with wise words about both the joy and the responsibility of working so directly with children. As an adult, I felt the same respect for him as I did as a student in his school. Please except my heartfelt condolences to all the members of the Pagano family at your loss. May he rest in peace.
Lynn Johnstone Leonard, LRMS class of 1968
Pete Schardien
August 3, 2011
Philip Pagano lived a few doors away from me when I lived at home in Silverton. Later on he'd come over to Lavallette to the Flea markets each year and we'd catch up on things. My condolences to your family Phil, we will certainly miss you.
Teresa Wilbur
August 3, 2011
Mr. Pagano has been our dear and wonderful neighbor for 3 years now after he and Mary Ann sold us their family's home in Silverton. All of us will miss you working outside, chatting with neighbors, playing with Peanut and being there to tell us your great stories. We only wish now we had more time with you but feel blessed since meeting you 3 years ago. Our deepest sympathy to you Mary Ann. Love, Teresa, Rich, Leann and Tommy
Candy Bellomy
August 3, 2011
I met Mr. Pagano through his wonderful son. He was such a sweet man that loved his family very much. My condolences to you all. God bless you now and always.
Joseph Brower
August 3, 2011
I had the pleasure of working with Mr. Pagano one summer. He was a fine man who will be greatly missed. My condolences to his family and may God comfort them and all who knew him.
Susan Karpowicz
August 3, 2011
Mr Pagano lived 2 doors from us in Silverton. I don't remember but my Dad says everyone called him the 'Mayor'. Though I haven't seen him in years, I will always remember his friendly wave. My condolences!
debbie tomes
August 3, 2011
I send my condolences to the whole Pagano family, Mr. Pagano was a very warm and friendly principal to all of us. I remember being in class with his son, and the apple didn't fall far from the tree. God Bless the whole family. Sorry for your loss.
Francine Campbell
August 3, 2011
Audrey and Family....I'm so sorry. Grandpa was a great man. I loved coming to mass and seeing him as he was always ready to talk baseball (Phillies) with us. I will miss seeing him. Please know he lives on through all of you. When you smile, he will be smiling too! God Bless.
carrie James
August 3, 2011
Mr Pagano was a fovorite of mine a caring principal very dedicated to his students.
Tony Shupin
August 3, 2011
Mr. Pagano had a quiet, but profound affect on all his students. My sincerest prayers that his family celebrates his life with the fondest, lovingest memories, knowing that his legacy also consists of the thousands of students who benefitted from observing his example of calm, caring assessment and fair, swift solution of even the most difficult issues. May his quiet and strong persona enjoy eternal peace....T. Shupin (Brick Intermediate School class of '68)
Louann Angelo
August 3, 2011
Condolences to the Pagano family. May you keep him in your hearts knowing that he touched the lives of so many children by making a difference in this life.
M. Browne
August 3, 2011
I only had the pleasure to know Phil for a few years. I met him in several food establishments in the early mornings in Silverton. He was always pleasant and always wanted to talk..He had some amazing stories..He truly enjoyed life and experienced plenty..He will be missed deeply..
M. Covert
August 3, 2011
I remembr Mr. Pagano as the principal in my school in Brick from about 35 years ago. He was such a wonderful and pleasant man, and one of the principals that was a "student favorite". I hope you take comfort in knowing that he touched so many lives. So sorry for his passing and for your loss.
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