Photo courtesy of Weatherhead Young Funeral Home
Brick, New Jersey
May 17, 1935 – Oct 1, 2021 (Age 86)
Weatherhead Young Funeral Home
885 Mantoloking Road Brick, NJ 08723
Patrick L. Bottazzi, Sr., 86 years old, passed away at home on Friday, October 1, surrounded by his family. Pat was born in Cedar Grove, NJ on May 17, 1935 to Frank and Margaret Bottazzi and had seven siblings. Patrick moved to Brick, NJ in 1968. Patrick served as a volunteer firefighter, Us Army Veteran, contractor, President of the Builders Association in Brick, a member of the Brick Elks, owner of the Red Lion Restaurant and Red Lion Plaza, Brick Township Councilman, Thoroughbred horse trainer and owner, Chairman of the Brick Township MUA, and was a driving force in the development of the Brick Township Reservoir.
Patrick was an avid boater, fisherman, hunter, horseman and Yankees fan. He is predeceased by his parents, siblings and his wife, Patricia Bottazzi. He is survived by his sons Patrick, Peter, daughter Paris and son-in-law Kevin Hargadon, niece Debbie and nephew Peter Camamis, grandson Patrick, granddaughters Aly and Lillian, life partner Paula and brother-in-law Jerry.
Pat will be remembered for his charisma, ambition, generosity, dedication to the township of Brick and his endless love and support for his family and friends.
A viewing will be held on Wednesday October 6, 2021 from 3 pm to 8 pm at Weatherhead Young Funeral Home, 885 Mantoloking Road Brick, NJ 08723. A mass of Christian burial will be celebrated on Thursday 11 am, at Church of the Visitation, Brick, interment will follow at St. Catharine's Cemetery, Sea Girt, NJ.
Read MoreI was so sad to hear just today of Pat's passing. I am so sorry and my thoughts and prayers go out to Patrick,Peter and Paris. I loved your family since I was 7yrs old and I'm old now and still love you all. He was loved by many many friends. God rest his soul and God Bless you all.
Bonnie Huyler
Bonnie Huyler
October 13, 2021 | Brick, NJ | Friend
My husband Ron and I knew Pat years ago.. We owned Shady Lane Kennels on Drum Pt.Rd. and we always boarded Blazer while Pat was building his home in Shore Acres..After that ( whenever we would have a storm or 4th of July Fireworks,) Blazer would break through and run to our house and wait on our front porch!!! My husband Ron passed Oct.5th....He always enjoyed Pat !!!! I pray they are still together swapping Blazer and Rex stories.
Joan Forrester
October 10, 2021 | Brick Town, NJ | Friend
Grief can be so hard, but our special memories help us cope. Remembering you and your loved one today and always.
Robert & Kelly Lutkiewicz
October 07, 2021 | Brick Township, NJ | Friend
I cannot express how upset I am. I looked at him as a dad while I worked at The Red Lion.
All my love to that family I grew to be a apart of.
God Bless
Irene Napolitano
October 07, 2021 | Brick, NJ | Friend
Remembered By
Joanne & Mark Casselli
October 06, 2021 | Brick, NJ | Friend
We will miss seeing Pat across the street and talking with him and Paula. Our sympathy to the family. Hugh and Carole Beal
Carole Beal
October 06, 2021 | Brick, NJ | Neighbor
You were a breath of fresh air. Meeting you was delightful! But mostly, you were a wonderful friend and companion to my friend, Paula! God Bless You andRest in Peace!
Mary Bacchini
October 05, 2021 | Acquaintance
I loved your Dad. He was great to me. I am Meg Stanzione’s baby sister. I love the track and I would always bet on Pat’s horses—He would say I told you don’t bet on that one, you won’t win!
I remember three times winning-I couldn’t wait to tell him at one of my sister’s barbecues. I loved your Mom too. What a sweetheart she was! I had my Wedding Rehearsal Dinner in the infamous Red Lion. I miss it so. My Mom and I went on the last night it closed. Snoopy, the Red Baron was the landmark...
Barbara Reilly
October 05, 2021 | Brick, NJ | Friend
May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief.
PETER AND BIVIANA O'MALLEY
October 05, 2021 | CRANBURY, NJ | Acquaintance