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Anthony Carasia Obituary
Eatontown - Anthony "Butch" Carasia Sr., 75, of Eatontown, formerly of Rumson & Fair Haven, passed away at Monmouth Medical Center on March 9, 2018. He was born in Newark to the late Anthony and Anna (Fernicola) Carasia.
Butch owned and operated Jersey Wide Service for 40 years, before retiring. He was a devoted husband, father and grandfather who loved attending his sons sporting events and spending time with his grandchildren. Butch enjoyed socializing and never missed an opportunity to tell a good story. He also liked fishing, cooking and an afternoon at Monmouth Park with his friends.
Butch was predeceased by his aunt Florence Prignano. He is survived by his beloved wife of 52 years Sandra (Barclay) Carasia, his loving sons Anthony Carasia Jr., of Eatontown, Jeff Carasia (Stephanie) of W. Long Branch, Nick Carasia (Julie) of W. Long Branch and Bill Carasia of Long Branch. Also, his adoring grandchildren Peyton, Joey, Sonny, Vinny, Gianna, Anthony, Ryan and Jax.
Visitation will be held at the John E. Day Funeral Home, 85 Riverside Avenue in Red Bank on Wednesday, March 14, 2018 from 4-8 PM. A funeral home service will take place on Thursday, March 15, 2018 at 10 AM, with entombment to follow at Woodbine Mausoleum.
Please visit Anthony's memorial website available at www.johnedayfuneralhome.com
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James Hoffman
June 6, 2018
Sandy and family. Our belated condolences. Just learned of Anthony's death. Jim and Nancy Hoffman of Elmwood Lane.
Vinny Carasia
May 8, 2018
Dad when can we go see pop
Joanna Charnick
March 14, 2018
So sorry to hear of Butch's passing. May fond memories fill your hearts. You will all be in my thoughts and prayers.
Alice Loonam
March 14, 2018
So sorry for your loss you and your family are in my prayers.From Alice and Ray.
Barbara Lucas McAdams
March 13, 2018
My prayers are with y'all at this time. Love to all..Barbara Lucas
March 13, 2018
Dear Sandy and Family,
I am so sorry for your loss. I will keep you all in my thoughts and prayers.
Love,
Patsy
March 13, 2018
Dear Sandy and family.
We are so sorry to hear about Butch. We are here in Mexico and so sorry that we won't be home in time for the service. We want you to know that we are thinking of you and send our sincerest condolences. Butch was a good friend. Our hearts go out to you and your family.
Mag and John Borden
Anna Wilson
March 13, 2018
So sorry to hear this! I loved hearing his stories while working at Briody's and he even stopped at on the deck in Atlantic highlands to see me and my sister that also worked at briodys! He was always so kind to us! He will be missed!
Sharon and Lynn Gilbert
March 13, 2018
Sending our very deepest sympathy to Sandy and all of the Carasia family. Please know that you are in our thoughts and prayers at this sad time!
Larry & Judy (Brown) Grasso
March 13, 2018
We are deeply saddened by the news of Butch's passing. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. RIP. Butch
Larry & Judy (Brown) Grasso
March 13, 2018
We are deeply saddened by the news of Butch's passing. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
RIP. Butch.
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