Joseph Samuel Pecorino
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JOSEPH SAMUEL PECORINO
AGE: 61 COLTS NECK
Joseph Samuel Pecorino, 61, of Colts Neck, died Saturday, Oct. 9, 2010, at Monmouth Medical Center, Long Branch. Born in Queens, N.Y., he raised his family in Monmouth County. A graduate of Manhattan College, he received his MBA from Oklahoma City University while serving in the U.S. Air Force. He attained the rank of captain in the Air Force while serving as a pilot/flight instructor during the Vietnam War. He was a chemical engineer and then a Science teacher at Christian Brothers Academy, Lincroft and Marlboro High School. He was a parishioner of St. Rose of Lima Church, Freehold.
He was predeceased by his father Joseph. Surviving are his wife, Julia Gentile Pecorino; a son and daughter-in-law, Joseph W. Pecorino and Meg Foley, Colorado; a daughter and son-in-law, Cathy and Chris Baglieri, Robbinsville; his mother, Ann Catalano Pecorino, Maryland; a sister, Lorraine Halsey and her husband John, Maryland; two grandchildren, Matthew and Danielle Baglieri; a niece, Anne Marie and her husband Robert; and many cousins.
A memorial gathering will be held from 6 to 9 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 14 at the Higgins Memorial Home, 20 Center St., Freehold. A Memorial Mass will take place at 10 a.m. Friday, Oct. 15 from St. Rose of Lima Church, Freehold. Military honors will follow at the Brig. Gen. William C. Doyle Veteran's Memorial Cemetery, Arneytown. In lieu of flowers, a donation may be made in his name to the American Cancer Society or an Alzheimer's Association of your choice.
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Gary H
October 14, 2010
This is hard to put into words but the affect Mr. Pecorino had on me is extremely vast. Easily the best teacher I had all through high school and being in his class was more than a joy. He is someone who I learned from every time I was around him and he will certainly be missed by myself and all of his former students. I was lucky enough to grow close to Joe and for that I am truly grateful. Rest easy Mr. P. I send my regards to all his family and friends as he was a truly great man.
Alex Hsu
October 14, 2010
My one year with Mr. Pecorino for chemistry was memorable with various anecdotes and miscellaneous facts that he easily fit into his daily lessons. I still remember the day he told us the history of Colgate and Post-it notes like yesterday. He encouraged us when we were in doubt and expected nothing out of us but the best. I'm disappointed in that I wish I had another year with him, another year to laugh and learn with him. His character is irreplaceable, and he will be missed very much.
Hazel School
October 13, 2010
In the four months I spent in Mr. Pecorino's class he took the time to get to know his students. At first we weren't sure what to make of Mr. P but needless to say that by the time he announced he was leaving we were already attached to Mr. P, he was an amazing man, truely one of a kind, with a unique personality and a good heart. I will never forget a lot of the things he said to us all, the most important one being "Live for your own approval, nobody else's. Never ask 'are you proud of me,' the question is, 'are you proud of yourself?'" Mr. Pecorino you will be missed, you were someone who is only found once in a lifetime.
Jack Traynor
October 13, 2010
You will be missed and I'll think of you everytime I hear the word "Pal". Fran and I will cherish the memories of our dinners together with you and Julie and Carl and Cookie. May you rest in peace.
Jack & Fran Traynor
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fjohn reinke (mc1968)
October 13, 2010
The Manhattan College alumni community shares the grief, and is now praying for our fellow alumni and the family at this time. The Alumni Office has been informed. As well as the Jasper Jottings community that I personally can reach. We are all a little poorer now. "No man is an island, entire of itself ... any man's death diminishes me". We are sorry for your loss.
Kay Banks
October 13, 2010
Joe,
Always a kind and professional man. A gentle person whose warmth was ever present.
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