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Elise Bastardo Obituary
AGE: 24 •
Elise Bastardo, 24, passed away on Friday, February 12, 2016. She passed peacefully, with her family by her side, as a result of injuries sustained in a car accident. Elise was born on April 14, 1991 in Red Bank, NJ and grew up in Wall Township, NJ. She was a graduate of Wall High School, where she was an accomplished athlete and was selected to the 2009 All State field hockey team. Elise graduated from Rutgers University Cum Laude in 2013 with a BA in Psychology and Criminal Justice and a minor in Criminology. She went on to become a recruit in the Port Authority Police Academy where she was selected to be a platoon leader. Elise was a member of the 113th Police Academy Class and was assigned to the Newark Airport Command. She was also a member of the Port Authority Police Benevolent Association. She was a proud member of the Governor William Livingston Chapter, Spring Lake, New Jersey- Daughters of the American Revolution (DAR). Elise is remembered for her beautiful smile, adventurous spirit, and kind heart. She was loved and admired by her family and all who knew her. She enjoyed living life to its fullest each and every day, and inspired others to follow in her footsteps. Even in her death Elise's generous nature will touch the lives of those that she helped through the donation of her organs through the Sharing Network.
Elise is survived by her parents John and Susan Bastardo (Wall, NJ); maternal grandmother Helen Price (Wall, NJ); sister Amanda Reed and brother-in-law Ben Reed (Naples, Italy); brother John Bastardo (Wall, NJ); cousins Anthony (Stratford, CT) and Peter Trapanese ; her Godmother (in Confirmation) Mary Joan Renna and her husband Salvatore of Linden and numerous relatives and friends. She is preceded in death by John and Anita Bastardo (grandparents), Eugene H. Price (grandfather), Diane Trapanese (aunt). Family and friends are invited to attend a visitation on Tuesday February 16 and Wednesday February 17 from 4-8 pm on both days.
A Mass of Christian Burial will be held 11 am on Thursday February 18 at St. Denis Church 90 Union Avenue, Manasquan. Entombment to follow at St. Anne's Cemetery. In lieu of flowers memorial donation may be made to the Port Authority PBA Widows and Childrens Fund 611 Palisade Avenue, Englewood Cliffs, N.J. 07362. To send condolences to the family or obtain directions to the funeral please visit www.orenderfamilyhome.com.
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Memories and Condolences
for Elise Bastardo
Michele Frederick
February 9, 2025
Continue to rest in paradise my sister in Blue
Sue Ray
February 10, 2021
John, Sue and Family,
I often think about Elise to this day with her beautiful smile and what a happy, spunky little girl she was growing up in our neighborhood. Upon this anniversary we you wish you all peace and love.
Chuck and Sue Ray
Mark Krivoshik
February 19, 2016
Our sincerest condolences! Your entire family is in our thoughts and prayers!
Jackie Mauro
February 18, 2016
John, Sue, Amanda, Ben and Johnny,
Our hearts are completely broken for you. No words to express the pain we feel for all of you. We pray God wil give you the strength you need through these difficult times.
We love you xoxo
Darren, Jackie, Nick and Anthony
LKC
February 18, 2016
I didn't know your daughter. I do know her smile. Last December, on a busy traffic Friday rush hour night, I was at Newark Airport picking up my son coming home for my mother-in-law's funeral. Things were emotional and hectic. I was waiting in my idling car outside the baggage claim when 2 officers approached my car. The male officer blankly told me I couldn't stay there. When I apologized and said "ok", he responded "move it along" with barely a glance my way having to deal with so many cars doing the same thing. But the female officer looked right at me with a friendly, warm smile. That smile by your daughter, during that moment, was appreciative and memorable. My condolences on your loss and may you find strength in what a beautiful person she was and treated everyone, including strangers, kindly.
Peter Apicella
February 18, 2016
Hi Sue and family,
All my condolences for your loss. She is in a better place now with angels.
February 18, 2016
Rest in peace. -PAPD police officer, WTC, recruit class 112
February 18, 2016
Dear John, Sue, and family,
There are not enough words to express how sorry I am for your loss. It was a pleasure knowing Elise. You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers.
Miss Bonnie, Wall, NJ
Anthony Wilk
February 18, 2016
We cannot imagine the sorrow your family is going though. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all.
Anthony and Mary Wilk
A Mom
February 17, 2016
Heartfelt sympathies for the tragic loss of your lovely daughter. May her spirit live on in those who loved her.
Nanette Fredericks
February 17, 2016
Dear John, Susan and family,
We are overwhelmed with sadness imagining your pain. What an accomplished, and beautiful young woman! We cannot find words to console your family, as this is just too sad. You will remain in our thoughts and pray you can someday find peace.
John and Nanette
Lawrence Sacchetti
February 17, 2016
Dear John, Sue and family,
There are no words to express how bad I feel for the tragic loss of your beautiful daughter. May her spirit live on in the light. My deepest, heartfelt sympathies.
MEG SALAMONE
February 17, 2016
May the pride you have for your daughter carry your hearts through this terrible time, Even those who didn't know her admire her spirit.
February 17, 2016
John,and family,
We know your hearts are broken,you will cry,you will laugh,you will have those never ending memories!God never gives you more then you can handle.Although it seems impossible to endure, God has an ultimate reason for this heartfelt tragedy.
Friends and family,your memories will get you through this in time.
We are so sorry for your loss,and know we are praying for you.
Deepest Sympathy,
Jane and Ron Caparruva
Diane Stuppi
February 17, 2016
Susan, John and family. I am so sorry to hear of your heartbreaking loss. I will be keeping you all in my prayers.
Arleen McDonough
February 17, 2016
john, Sue and family, there are no words that could ease your heartache during this time. Never let the memories go, even if it's hard to believe right now, Elise will help you ease the pain, just keep her smile close. Rest with the angels Elise.
February 17, 2016
I am so sorry and I look to the God for comfort to get through this.
Michael Jefferis
February 16, 2016
My heart felt thoughts and deepest sympathy goes for Elise and her family,
Look up and smile and know she was loved, for i am confident in the kingdom of Heaven she will look down and know she was loved.
M.
Frank Viso
February 16, 2016
John Sue and family. So sorry for your loss. I cant express any words that will heal your pain. RIP Elise. And may God bless you.
February 16, 2016
I am terribly sorry for your loss.
Stephanie Hendry
February 16, 2016
I am so very sorry.
Roseann Palkovics-Wilkes
February 16, 2016
My condolences and heartfelt sympathy to your family.
Mike Colicchio
February 16, 2016
We are all heartbroken. John, Sue, Amanda, Ben and Johnny, your entire family loves you and hurts with you. May beautiful Elise rest in peace until you can see her again.
JANET MARCELLINO
February 16, 2016
REST IN PEACE ELISE.
February 16, 2016
There are no words to be said. The sadness and heartfelt sympathy we feel for your family cannot be expressed. Our thoughts, love, and prayers are with you now and always. The Colletti's - Wall, NJ
Jacki Dempsey
February 16, 2016
My heart hurts. Lord, may this beautiful soul be welcomed into your kingdom with open arms. my prayers are with the family. Rest in Peace Elise.
February 16, 2016
jeffrey f Polyak and pamela Iantosca
February 16, 2016
Dear John and Sue and family,
We are overwhelmed with sadness and pain to hear such sad news. We are thinking of you and praying for you.
Love,
Lisa Forzani-BORST and family
Gale Belson
February 16, 2016
Words cannot express how deeply sorry I am for your loss. I pray that the memories of your daughter bring you peace & comfort. May God's presence be felt by you all.
Michael Zilavetz
February 15, 2016
Rest easy Elise. It was a pleasure to know you. You were always smiling. Prayers for your family.
February 15, 2016
My condolences to the family. Continue to rely on God during this difficult time and know that he hears prayers : Isaiah 59 : 1
Momma Betty Tagnosky
February 15, 2016
So very sorry for your loss. I will never forget this sweet angel. RIP.
Moscatiello Family
February 15, 2016
We are so very sorry for your loss. Keeping you all in our thoughts and prayers.
February 15, 2016
Rest in Peace
Maria Nicola-Moeller
February 15, 2016
I am so deeply sorry for your loss. I will pray for all of you.
Jeff Donovan
February 15, 2016
So very, very sorry for your loss of Elise. Your family is in my thoughts and prayers.
Joanne Wrobleski
February 15, 2016
My heart breaks for your family and loved ones such a tragic loss for all ....may u rest easy in the arms of the angels
Walter Coscia
February 15, 2016
To John And Susan,
Deepest Sympathies And Condolences On The Loss Of Your Daughter. May God Keep Her Close To Him.
G Barnes
February 15, 2016
To the family, prayers go out to you all. Sorry for your loss, time heals all things, God knows all and he knows best, may....... Elise .....RIP.........
Jennifer Dougherty
February 15, 2016
I worked with Elise at several restaurant jobs at the shore throughout the past years and she literally always had a smile on her face. She was kind hearted, smart and funny. Prayers to her family and friends so sorry for this tragic loss.
Sue and Chuck Ray
February 15, 2016
So very sorry for your loss. Our heartfelt sympathy to you all.
John,Sue and family, you will be in our prayers.
Rest in peace Elise.
February 15, 2016
John, I am so sorry. I pray for your beautiful daughter,s soul and for all your family. Bob Varady
Mary Lou Lesak (Lettiere)
February 15, 2016
John and Sue I don't have the words to comfort your broken hearts but know I am thinking and praying for you both and the rest of your family. I never gotten the chance to meet Elsie but thru the eyes of her family I gotten to know The women she is today. As the days and weeks pass may you continue to feel the comfort of your family and friends. Know you have your own angel watching over your family.
rosanne nelson
February 15, 2016
HEARTBROKEN, My husband was PAPD1517. Perish on 911. Prayers to you and your family. Always honer Never Forget. Rest in Peace you Angel. The 37 will be at the Gates when you get there. GOD BLESS YOU!
Kelly Gonzalez
February 15, 2016
She was one of the sweetest PAPD Officers I ever met. She was always smiling and was so friendly. I'm so sorry for your loss!! She is an angel.. May she rest in peace
Michelle Barraud, Police Officer PAPD
February 15, 2016
Rest Easy Sister in Blue, we will take it from here. Condolences to both her family and her PAPD family.
Rebecca Coviello
February 15, 2016
Precious Jesus please comfort all those who love and cherish this beautiful young woman. Hearts are so broken.. only God's love and mercy can help us today.
February 15, 2016
My heart aches for your devastating loss. I hope you believe and know she finds the love and peace in the comforting arms of all the loving angels waiting to receive her. God Bless you.. Sue and John, and your entire family. Dawn Trapanese
David Carney
February 15, 2016
Sorry for your loss...God needed an angel to watch over people.She was the right candidate. God bless the whole family and although I never knew her...we are all children of God...Peace I leave unto you.
B Pugs
February 15, 2016
Her soul was one of joy and excitement, a smile that rarely faded. A strong and determined women who made the choice to be of service to people, a person who the world is truly a little less without.
Michelle Schneider
February 15, 2016
God Bless you and your family. May He give them strength and help them through this heartbreaking time. So very sorry. Rest in Peace Elise.
K G
February 15, 2016
Rest in peace. May your family find comfort and strength during this difficult time.
Phyllis (Renna) & Ron Iannarone
February 15, 2016
We are so very sorry for your loss. May her memories bring you peace and comfort in the days ahead. Our heartfelt sympathy and prayers.
February 15, 2016
Please accept my deepest condolences and may Elise Rest in Peace.
Larry Mullane
Ret. Det. JCPD
February 15, 2016
I am so sorry for your lost. Death is such a sting. May you find comfort in knowing that God is near to all those broken in spirit. He is near to you. 1Peter 5:6-7.
clara colon
February 14, 2016
Very sorry for your lost , may the lord give you both parents peace, and the lord guide this angel in heaven. I personally never meet you , i am so sorry for your lost.....
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