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Anthony Caltabilota Obituary
Oakhurst - Anthony J. Caltabilota, Sr., 85 of Oakhurst, whose charismatic smile and zest for life brightened everyone's day, died peacefully at home on April 21, 2018.
Born and raised in Brooklyn, NY Anthony developed a lifelong passion for sports. He was a devoted fan of the Brooklyn Dodgers, NY Mets and the NY Giants.
He moved to Oakhurst in 1965 where he remained an active community participant. He was extremely proud to be the longest-serving living member of the Italian American Association of Ocean. Additionally, Anthony served as past President of the Lion's Club, Belmar; Catholic War Veteran's of Asbury Park and the Old Guard of Long Branch.
He served active duty U.S. Army in the Korean War from 1952 - 1954 and received the Meritorious Service Medal; the Korean War Commemorative Medal; the United Nations Service Medal; Korean Service Medal with 2 Bronze Service Stars, the Combat Infantry Badge and the National Defense Service Medal.
Well known as the friendly and personable "Tony the Butcher", he was the owner/ operator of Avon Meat Market in Avon, NJ. He retired in 1995 to pursue his many hobbies such as golf, bowling, bocce, volunteerism and vegetable gardening.
His parents, Arthur and Mary Caltabilota predecease him. Surviving are his loving and devoted wife of 60 years, Jean Caltabilota; his sister, Peggy Mazza of Ocean, NJ and brother, Frank Caltabilota of West Long Branch.
Anthony's immense love and support of his children and grandchildren was unparalleled. He will be missed by his children, Diane Avallone, Wall; Arthur Caltabilota and fiancée Janine DeMonico, East Windsor; Lisa (Caltabilota) and Fran Hayes, West Allenhurst; and Anthony J. Caltabilota, Jr., Tinton Falls; grandchildren, Katie and Brandon (wife Andrea) Caltabilota; Michael (wife Lauren) and Jordan Avallone; Tyler, Connor, Trevor and Alexa Hayes; Jamie and Gia Caltabilota and great-grandson, Mason. Additionally, he was loved by his many nieces and nephews and many, many friends.
Relatives and friends are invited to visit from 2-4 & 7-9 pm Tuesday at the Fiore Funeral Home, 236 Monmouth Road, Oakhurst, Ocean Township. Funeral 9:30 am Wednesday from the funeral home followed by a 10:30 am Funeral Mass at St. Jerome Church in West Long Branch. Burial will follow at Woodbine Cemetery in Oceanport. In lieu of flowers donations in his memory may be made to the Italian American Association of the Township of Ocean (IAATO) Scholarship Fund, 1100 Highway 35 South, Ocean, NJ 07712. For condolences, please visit www.fiorefuneralhomes.com.
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Joseph Dematteo
April 24, 2018
To The Caltabilota Family . So Sorry For Your Loss. Hope Uncle Anthony Is In A Better Place With The Rest Of The Family. Alway's Will Be Remembered Never Forgotten . May God Alway's Be With Him
Tony Rubino
April 24, 2018
I have know Tony only a few years. He sat at our table at the Monday knight dinners at the IAATO club. We shared food, wine and laughter each of those nights. We often joked how he would take the leftover bread and keep it for the Saturday Morning breakfast that he cooked for the members. It was just a small group that participated but every one marveled at the sausage patties that Tony prepared for the occasion, especially the Hot Ones!
One of the events he ran for the club was the Blue Claws game. He always managed to get the Italian Heritage Night and he would throw the first ball that night. I participated with my grandchildren and always marveled at the happiness he showed for the occasion especially when handed out the presents to the little ones.
One thing for sure he was very proud of his grandchildren. He would always say how smart they all were. As a matter of fact one of his grandchildren wanted him to be at a military graduation and specifically be part of it. He proudly mentioned that occasion many times. He was elated by it.
He told many stories about his Italian upbringing and some of the traditional dishes he cooked around the feast of St Joseph. I am very glad to have known him for the short time that I did. He was a humble war hero and a wonderful family man.
We are going to miss you "Tony The Butcher"
I am very happy to have known him during that short time.
Retreat Feb 2015
Robert Sullivan
April 23, 2018
Tony was one of those men you liked as soon as you met him. His strong and firm handshake and Big smile had me at Hello, when I met him for the first time at a Catholic retreat for Men in Malvern Pa. He was with all his buddys, they had been going to the Retreat House together for years. It was an event that he enjoyed and looked forward to every year. No Doubt Tony was prepared for his eternal reward through his dedication to his faith and the Men of Malvern Retreat house. I will make a donation in his name so that He will be remembered by all his friends and recognized in the Malvern rembrance society and benefit spiritually whenever there is a mass. Also I wish and pray for the spiritual comfort of his whole family and most especially for the spiritual comfort and divine guidance for his Grandson Connor who is in the Marines serving his country and following in Poppys footsteps. God speed Tony, rest easy you earned it.
April 23, 2018
Offering condolences for the loss of your loved one. May God comfort your hearts through this difficult time.
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