Brian Petronaci
Brian Petronaci
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Hopatcong - Brian Petronaci, 39, of Hopatcong, passed away suddenly on January 7, 2018.
Born in Paterson, he was the beloved son of Glen and Pamel Petronaci. Brian grew up in the Oak Ridge section of Jefferson Township, and graduated from Jefferson Township High School, where he played football. He moved to Hopatcong 17 years ago to be closer to Lake Hopatcong, where he loved to spend time boating and enjoying activities year-round. "Petro", as he was affectionately nicknamed by his friends, had an infectious laugh and a kind heart that drew people to him. His "Brian" humor was enjoyed by all and his love of life was evident in all he did. He loved his family, especially his nieces and nephew, and will be sadly missed by all who knew him.
Brian is survived by his parents, Glen and Pamela Petronaci; his sister, Sharon Gagliardi and her husband Mario; his nephew and godson, Mario Gagliardi, Jr.; his niece, Gianna Gagliardi; his niece and goddaughter, Angelina Gagliardi; his uncle, Paul Petronaci and his fiancé Dawn Capraun; his devoted girlfriend, Amanda Lowe; and many loving aunts, uncles, cousins and friends.
Visiting hours will be held from 4 to 8 pm Thursday, January 11 at the M. John Scanlan Funeral Home, Pompton Plains. A funeral service will be held 10 am Friday at the funeral home. Interment will follow at Laurel Grove Memorial Park, Totowa.
In lieu of flowers, donations in Brian's memory to the Jefferson Fire Co. #2 or the Jefferson Rescue Squad would be greatly appreciated by his family.
To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
Nancy Malady
January 12, 2018
Sharon and Family, So sorry for the sudden loss of your brother. My prayers for peace and comfort are with you all.
-Nancy (Quinn's aunt)
January 12, 2018
Glen , Pam, Sharon and family,
There are no words to convey my sadness for your family on the loss of your loved one. My prayers are with you.
Barbara Zysling
January 10, 2018
Our sincerest heartfelt sympathy to you and your family in your tragic loss. May God's strength and guidance help you through this most difficult time.
Barbara Zysling and Family
Kimberly Hipwell
January 9, 2018
Brian, you will be truly missed and the lake will never be the same with out you!!! Prayers to you and your family. God bless, rest in peace. Xoxo
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Nancy G
January 9, 2018
Petro, we shared good times & priceless memories. You will be deeply missed my friend ♡ RIP Never Forgotten.
Chris Ballard
January 9, 2018
Glen and family I am so sorry for your loss.
Amy Rivera
January 9, 2018
To know Brian is to love Brian. There are no words I can find to describe how truly special he was. We want to send our deepest and most heartfelt condolences to his family. Pam and Glen, thank you for sharing such a wonderful human with us all. We love and support you.
Love the Rivera Family,
Ricky, Amy, Juliet & Lily
Nancy Wangrycht
January 9, 2018
Pam,Glenn,and family our hearts go out to you at this most difficult time.Brian was a wonderful young man.I was very luck to have gotten to know him.You are in our thought and prayers.
Nancy Wangrycht
January 9, 2018
Pam, Glenn and family our hearts are breaking for all of you.Know that you are in our prayers and thoughts at this most difficult time,
January 9, 2018
To Glen, Pamela, and family,
My sincere grief over your loss.
With love,
Lynda Valentine
January 9, 2018
Rest in peace Brian. prayers of healing to your family
Patti Hansen ,Jude(JP), Stephanie Gentile
January 9, 2018
So very sorry to hear of Brians passing. Words cant express not only the loss of a child, but one who became a wonderful man. Our deepest sympathies to your family at this very difficult time. May you all find comfort in each other. May he RIP with Phil by his side.
Dawn & Phillip Berta
January 9, 2018
Pam and Family
Phillip and I are so deeply sorry for this tremendous loss in your lives. Brian was a wonderful person with a contagious smile. He came from one of the best set of parents we have ever known. Phillip and I can not imagine the size of the void that is felt by all of you. We were lucky to have known him and although not tangible, remember to keep close to your heart all the wonderful memories each of you have. Our prayers are with you Pam and your entire family.
January 8, 2018
As the days and weeks pass, and as you return to life's routine, may you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of family and friends.
January 8, 2018
Pam and Glen so sorry for your loss. Love Michelle Galderisi
Lola Brock(Talley)
January 8, 2018
My heart goes out to the family.
I met Petro years ago when my brother Mark lived in Hopatcong.
He always made us laugh and smile.
He will be missed dearly by us all.
Will pray for everyone who loves him and has the opportunity to know such a great man.
May God hold him in his loving arms.
Fly with the Angels!
With love
Momma Judy & Lola
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