WILLIAM-MOSCA-Obituary

WILLIAM KENNETH MOSCA Sr.

Obituary



MOSCA, WILLIAM KENNETH SR. 85 - of Margate, died peacefully in his sleep surrounded by his loving family on January 23, 2013. "Bill" was born on October 16, 1927, in Brooklyn, New York. He graduated from St. Francis High School in Brooklyn, and from St. Francis College in 1950. He received his teaching certification at Kutztown State University, and a Masters degree in Administration at Temple University. Bill enlisted in the Army and served with the Army Occupation Forces in Germany from 1950-52. On June 18, 1955, he married Dolores, the love of his life, and they moved to Pottsville, PA. Bill tried his hand at radio broadcasting before accepting a teaching job in Margate. He was a teacher at the Granville Ave. School, and a teaching principal at Union Ave. School from August 1956-1960, and principal of the Eugene A. Tighe School from September 1960 until June 1991. Bill was a eucharistic minister and member of Holy Trinity Parish, the Sons of Italy, and VFW Post 469 of Longport. He is survived by his wife Dolores of 57 years, son William K. (Kathryn) Mosca, Jr.; son Kenneth J. (Isabelle) Mosca; son Michael R. (Ivelise) Mosca; daughter Maria H. (Harry) Southard, brother Edward Mosca; ten loving grand-children; a great grandson; and many nieces, nephews and extended family. Bill was preceeded in death by his mother Margaret, his father Edward, and his sister Sister Mary Mosca of the Sisters of St. Joseph. Bill was a loving father, husband, grandfather, great grandfather, and caring friend to everyone. He loved the people of Margate, his fellow teachers, administrators, and his many students. Dubbed "The Mayor of Gladstone Avenue", he was the "official greeter" at Casel's Super-market and Dino's Sub Shop, and did much socializing there on his daily walks around the town and beyond. It was not unusual to see him meeting and greeting people everywhere he went. He was also known for speaking several languages, which he frequently practiced on others. He loved watching football, and talking about history, politics and religion. He excelled at telling jokes, singing old standards, and ballroom dancing. Bill loved walking the beach and the boardwalk. He spent time in his retirement volunteering for Shore Medical Center's humor therapy program, as a tutor/speaker for FACES 4 Autism, and as a President of the Atlantic County Institute of Technology's Board of Education. Bill especially loved spending time visiting with his grandchildren. He was a devout Catholic, a man of great faith and service. He was also an ecumenical man, and counted among his friends people of all faiths. He truly loved all he met. A viewing will be held on Friday, January 25 from 6:00pm until 8:00pm, and on Saturday, January 26, from 9:00am to 10:00am, at Holy Trinity Parish: Blessed Sacrament Church, Jerome Ave., Margate, NJ. A funeral mass will be celebrated at Holy Trinity Parish: Blessed Sacrament Church on Saturday, January 26 at 10:00am. Bill will be laid to rest at Holy Cross Cemetery in Mays Landing. Memorial donations may be made to the Sisters of St. Joseph, 1725 Brentwood Rd., Brentwood, NY 11717, and FACES 4 Autism, P.O. Box 2341, Ventnor, NJ 08406, www.faces4autism.org. Arrangements by the George H. Wimberg Funeral Home.

This obituary was originally published in The Press of Atlantic City.

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Bill was a good person I miss him

My very good friend, Bill Mosca, made me laugh, laughed heartily at and with me and in my 80 years on this earth, I've never met a nicer person except for my grandfather. Rest in peace, Bill.

My deepest sympathies go out to Dolores, Billy, Kenny, Michael, Maria & all of the Mosca family. I loved Bill Mosca. He was my friend. I had Bill for my 8th grade teacher at Granville Ave school. I had such a huge crush on him back then. I was thrilled that my 8th grade teacher lived on Gladstone Ave. four doors away from where I lived. Bill was in my life since I was a child. I will miss Bill very much. We use to talk politics all the time. My views were the same as Bill's views. I will...

I was truly saddened to hear of Mr Mosca's passing. He was one of my mentors. I always enjoyed his honesty and integrity, firm handshake and a great heartfelt smile. He always asked about my family, remembered my children's names and always had something positive to say. The absolutely BEST teacher I ever had ! I'll be missing him when near Casel's or at Mass but know our Lord has a special place for a man of his caliber. Rest in peace my old friend.

Mr Mosca was like a father to all of his students. He both commanded and demanded respect by the way he carried himself. Never a false note in anything he said and always a glint in his eye (behind the glare!). I remember the joy he took in having walking races with us, just as competitive and energetic as a kid! His half-court shots in the gym were legendary. He was a man's man but also a warm and caring person. Along with my own father, he was a role model for how should conduct yourself in...

Mr Mosca was a great person. He was princeble in 1963 when I graduated from tighe.Simply a fantastic person who had "the kids" in his heart. Will always think of him. May God Bless his soul. Miss you Bill.

Bill Mosca's ties to our family were both personal and professional. He and my husband, Fred Needham, were close colleagues as teachers, and then as fellow administrators in Margate. They shared many laughs and lots of challenges as educators together. On behalf of our family, we extend deepest sympathies to Bill's wife Dolores and children. Dolores Needham

I've been a close friend of Michael, Bill's son for many years, the first time I met Michael's parents they treated me like one of their own, Mr. Mosca greeted me with a smile and asked me many questions about my career, he made me feel welcome. The world could use many more of his character and kind nature. My condolences to the Mosca family.

My sincerest gratitude to all who have posted their tributes and condolences regarding my father's passing. I have read each and every post, and I am so blessed to learn how dad touched so many lives. We ask that you continue to pray for dad and our family as we continue to grieve our incredible loss. We know dad is in heaven and telling all his jokes to the new souls he has met. Our continued thanks for the outpouring of love and friendship.