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Louis Santucci Obituary

Louis Santucci

Toms River - Louis Santucci, 69, of Toms River, formerly of West Orange passed away on Monday, January 6, 2020 surrounded by his loving family at his home.

Visiting will be held on Friday, January 10, 2020 at The Dangler Funeral Home of West Orange, 340 Main St. in West Orange from 4:00 to 8:00 PM.

A Funeral Mass will be celebrated on Saturday, January 11, 2020 at Our Lady of Lourdes Church, 1 Eagle Rock Ave., West Orange at 10:00 AM. Interment will follow at Gate of Heaven Mausoleum in East Hanover. In lieu of flowers donations in his name to; Challenged Athletes Foundation, 9591 Waples St., San Diego, CA 92121. [email protected].

Louis was born in Montclair, raised in West Orange, and lived in Rockaway before moving to Toms River. Louis worked for PSE&G in Roseland as a meter reader, retiring in 2005 after 32 years. Lou was inducted into the Mountain High School Hall of Fame. In North Jersey, Lou was a well-known PAL Coach, he was a member of the NJS Baseball Umpire Assoc., Basketball IAABO Board 168, and Soccer SCOLAA. Lou started a basketball league in Rockaway, he was President of Morris Hills Highs School Booster Club. Lou founded numerous youth leagues in West Orange and Rockaway. He loved the outdoors, his morning jogs, and was an avid fisherman.

In South Jersey, he was a member of the Shore Umpire Assoc. for Baseball and Softball. He was a member of the basketball IAABO Board 194, the Shore Soccer Official Assoc.

Louis was the beloved husband of 45 years to Patricia Santucci (nee Barrett). Devoted father of Christine Morgan and her husband Tom, and Louis Santucci and his girfriend Eileen Morrisoe. Loving brother of Dotty Verderamo, Jean Capasso, and Wayne Santucci. Cherished grandfather of Tayler and Noah, he is also survived by several nieces and nephews.

Published by Asbury Park Press from Jan. 7 to Jan. 8, 2020.
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My mom and I would see Lou every morning at the paper store. He always had a smile or would say something to make us laugh. We can't help but think of him every time we go there or drive past it. His presence is sorely missed.

Renee Largey

January 2, 2021

Louis was a great guy all around! He loved sport, played hard, played well, played fair! I cannot think of a single day that Louie wasn't smiling!

John La Valle

Friend

February 25, 2020

Lou was a true gentleman and working a game with him was always a good time. We would always talk about West Orange and Colgate as my grandparents lived on Franklin Avenue. Deepest condolences to his family.
John Maguire
Shore Umpires

John Maguire

January 13, 2020

Pat, Chrissy & Lou,
I am so sorry to hear about Lou's passing. We had no idea. Sending you all love, hugs and prayers.
Love
Bill & Angela Bray

Bill & Angela Bray

Friend

January 13, 2020

I was in Louie's classes in grammar school. He was a favorite of mine. RIP Lou, You are well remembered. My prayers are with your family.

Mona DePasque Vos

January 10, 2020

a loved one

January 10, 2020

a loved one

January 10, 2020

Lou, you will be missed. Rest well, my friend. Dean

G. Dean Maldonado

January 10, 2020

Even though we were from West Orange, we didn't get to meet you until you moved to Toms River. And we're so glad we did get to meet you. We'll never forget you Lou. RIP

Claire & Renee

Renee largey

January 9, 2020

Rest in Peace Lou
Condolences to your family.

Nancy Tevlin Koscinski

January 9, 2020

R.I.P. Lou, my condolences to his family.

Gerry McNally

January 9, 2020

Till we meet again. Rip

Judy Santucci

January 8, 2020

We were teenagers together growing up in West Orange, N.J. He was always fun to be with and always a gentleman.

January 8, 2020

Rest in peace Lou...I'll always remember your friendship and instruction on the Colgate courts.

Don Landisi

Friend

January 8, 2020

a loved one

January 8, 2020

My prayers and condolences to Patty and Family on the loss of a great friend to many people. He will be missed but not forgotten

John Fallon

Friend

January 8, 2020

Rest in peace Louis.

ROBERT SANTUCCI

January 8, 2020

Rest in peace Louis...My condolences to the Santucci family. I haven't seen louis since I was a kid but I have fond memories that I will cherish forever. I did see louis a couple of times a few years ago but I wish it was under different circumstances. We talked about the good old days and family, we talked about when he was my baseball coach in P.A.L. when I lived in W.O., we would go to the park and he would teach us basketball, but most of all I will never forget the family parties. Louis always laughing and joking around with everyone especially us kids, always talking sports. My memories are that he was just a all around great guy! Prayers to Louis and his family.

ROBERT SANTUCCI

January 8, 2020

Jeanne Knowles

January 8, 2020

Lou, Was a wonderful person who always had time to say hello no matter how long it had been since he last saw you . Greeted all with a smile. He will be missed by all who knew him. RIP Lou.

Fred Paternostro
Ponte Vedra, Florida

January 8, 2020

May Louie forever live on in the hearts & minds of all his loved ones. Forever loved ~~ never forgotten. Condolences, Stephanie Rella & Family

Mary Rella

January 8, 2020

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

Carol Johnson

Friend

January 8, 2020

Rest in peace my friend forever. Patty, Christine & Louis may Almighty God be with you at this difficult time. I love you all.

Des

January 8, 2020

JOHN DEGENNARO

January 8, 2020

What an amazing human being. I feel so privileged to have known and spent time with him. I'll never forget a night where he was at Chrissy & Tom's house with Pat, enjoying a nice summer evening on their deck....I was upset about something and came over. I felt so comfortable talking because Pat & Lou are such a wonderful people, listening and saying encouraging words. I was surrounded by such a wonderful family. I know how much he was loved and how much he will be missed. Sending all my thoughts, prayers & energy to the universe for strength and healing. Love you all.

LG

Friend

January 8, 2020

I knew Lou from many years ago, probably since about 10 years old. He was a Great Guy!
You could always find him at Colgate Field in WO playing basketball or name the sport.
He was always smiling, unless he was losing in one of the sports, of course, and I don't ever remember him in a bad mood!
Everyone I remember only had good things to say about him. RIP, Louie, only the best!

John La Valle

January 8, 2020

Robert Fordyce

January 7, 2020

I had the pleasure of knowing Lou since junior high school and besides being a great guy and friend he was one the toughest basketball players that I ever saw in high school. He will be missed but never forgotten. To his many friends he was a good friend and to basketball fans he is a legend. Rest In Peace.

John Fallon

January 7, 2020

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