Add a Memory
Send Flowers
Make a Donation
Anthony R. Caputo, M.D.
1941 - 2017
Anthony R. Caputo, M.D.
1941 - 2017
Obituary
Guest Book
Anthony Caputo, Obituary
Devoted physician, husband, father and grandfather
Tony died at home on July 24, 2017. He fought to the end, without complaint, carrying himself with the same dignity and grace in sickness that he did in health. He was 76 years old. A funeral mass will be offered on Friday July 28, 2017 at 12pm at Our Lady of Sorrows in South Orange, New Jersey.
Tony was born in Newark, NJ in 1941. He was raised by his parents Pauline and Anthony in Belleville, NJ in a traditional Italian household with his brothers Tom, Mark and Paul. Tony's father practiced medicine out of an office in the family home for over 50 years. Tony never forgot the values of family and service he learned. He never forgot where he came from.
He graduated from Seton Hall Prep in 1959. Getting from Belleville to South Orange was not easy but he looked back on his days at the Prep with great fondness. He was the starting quarterback of the 1958 football team which was inducted into the Seton Hall Prep Hall of Fame. During his time at the Prep, Tony met his match and began a courtship with his beloved bride Cathy. A relationship that would span more than 57 years.
Tony went on to St. Bonaventure University, majoring in biology, where, inspired by his father's example of taking care of the sick, he began pursuing what he believed to be his "calling," the practice of medicine. While applying to medical school, Tony taught high school science and algebra at Our Lady of Good Counsel in Newark, New Jersey. It was here Tony developed his passion for teaching.
Tony studied medicine at the University of Bologna. In 1966, halfway through medical school Tony and Cathy married. Their first daughter, Karen was born soon after. The three of them lived in Italy and Tony often reminisced about his 5 years there. Some of his best friends, life long relationships, were made during this time.
After receiving his medical degree in 1969, Tony interned and completed his residency in ophthalmology at the Rutgers New Jersey Medical School. His second daughter Kit was born during this time. He was awarded the prestigious Heed Fellowship in pediatric ophthalmology at Wills Eye Hospital in Philadelphia. Tony commenced his remarkable medical career in private practice at United Hospital in Newark. He, Cathy, Karen and Kit were soon joined by Kerry, the last of the Caputo girls.
Tony never feared charting a new course. He was the first formally trained pediatric ophthalmologist in New Jersey. Tony opened a second private office in Roseland and was named a Professor of Ophthalmology at Rutgers New Jersey Medical School. He was appointed the Director of Fight for Sight. He trained hundreds of students, interns and residents while treating thousands of patients in the academic and private practice settings. In 1981, he established the Children's Eye Care Center of New Jersey and assumed responsibility for the Newark Eye & Ear Infirmary. Focusing on treating the medically underserved, these clinics were located at United Hospital in Newark, Columbus Hospital in Newark and currently Clara Maass Medical Center in Belleville. In 1982 Tony developed Roseland Surgery Center, the first free standing ambulatory surgery center in the State of New Jersey. Tony performed over 20,000 pediatric and adult strabismus surgeries, was published more than 60 times, authored several chapters in ophthalmic text books and lectured extensively.
Tony traversed the globe with Project Orbis International, an international charity known for its "Flying Eye Hospital," an ophthalmic hospital and teaching facility located on board a MD-10 aircraft. The Flying Eye Hospital brings surgical care to the poor and training to doctors and nurses in developing countries. Through practicing medicine, writing, lecturing and teaching, Tony touched and improved the lives of many.
The professional recognition and awards Tony received during the course of his career were numerous. He was man of the year or honoree for various organizations and events. He was routinely recognized in physician ranking publications as a leader in his field. Notwithstanding the professional success, the self-proclaimed "kid from Belleville" tended to his roots. Tony's last day in the office, just weeks ago, was at Children's Eye Care Center at Clara Maass, in the town where he was raised.
Tony's service to others was not limited to the practice of medicine. He served on the New Jersey State Board of Medical Examiners, the New Jersey State Lottery Commission and the New Jersey Racing Commission, where the citizens of New Jersey benefited from Tony's abiding passion for Thoroughbred racing.
As much as Tony was devoted to his patients, and as much as he enjoyed the hustle and bustle of busy clinics and hospitals, public service and handicapping Thoroughbreds, nothing brought him more joy then being with Cathy, their children and their grandchildren Peter, Pia, Jack, Meredith and Nicholas, especially when the family was together at their retreat in Nantucket.
Tony loved without condition. Each of Tony's daughters and grandchildren will readily attest that they were Daddy's or Pop's favorite. Whether you were the nervous inner city mother of one of his patients, his grandchild or a CEO, you received the same dose. Making people feel comfortable, special and loved was part of Tony's charm.
Tony is survived by his devoted wife of 51 years Cathy, his daughters Karen Stokes, Kit Manigan and Kerry Barberan, sons-in-law Mark Manigan and Ronald Barberan, grandchildren Peter Stokes, Pia Stokes, Jack Manigan, Meredith Manigan and Nicholas Barberan, and his brothers, Thomas Caputo, MD, Mark Caputo and Paul Caputo, DPM. In lieu of flowers, please send memorial contributions to Children's Eye Care Center of New Jersey, c/o Clara Maass Medical Center Foundation, 1 Clara Maass Drive, Belleville, NJ 07109.
To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
Rob Smarz
August 31, 2024
He was the absolute best eye doctor ever, I started going to him at age 2 and went up till I was 17. He´s the reason my eyes were able to grow from legally blind to almost 20/20 vision. He will always be remembered and truly missed.
Alan T
August 5, 2024
He was The Best and really great guy. I know he took care of many children pro bono if the parents couldn´t afford the procedure.
Ramonna Bishundeo
September 27, 2023
I would like to Dr thank Dr caputo for saving my sight when I needed almost 33 years ago when I had cross eyes surgery I don´t where I would be if didn´t fix my eyes for me I think I would be cross eye for the rest of life and Dr caputo if you are reading this I´m doing fine I´m actually almost 33 yrs old
Christopher Dinverno
August 10, 2023
Where to start well it it goes I was born on August 19 1982 with my left eye completely shut and would not stay open so my mom and dad talked with the dr at the hospital and said they could with recommend at regular eye dr at Clara Mass Hospital or see an eye specialist named Dr Anthony Caputo my mom and dad said we want to see Dr. Caputo I first saw him one week later after my birth on August 26, 1982 and the Dr and the bond that would become was so special he knew exactly what was wrong with me and knew what to do to correct it! I was diagnosed with third nerve Palsey which is blind in the eye and he told my parents at the time that if I had third nerve Palsey I would have something else wrong with me and he was spot on at 9 months old I was diagnosed with Cerberal Palsey!!!! This man Dr.Caputo became such an important person in my life forever I would see him every year in early years it would be every 3 months until not needing to see him that often! When I was in the office for appointment I felt like that he was my second father he cared and loved me so much and I loved him so much that I always looked forward to my office visits!!! In August 2017 I called for an appt because it was time for a visit and was told that he passed away I completely broke down on the phone with his assistant which I knew very well over all the years when I became an adult I said to Dr Caputo well I guess I can´t see you anymore he turned to me and said why are you moving far away and I said no you only treat kids he said you have me for ever!!!! It didn´t matter if you were a scared kid or a scared adult he would always make you feel so special and so loved!!!! I miss him so much! I still can´t find a eye dr that I can trust like Dr Caputo I been through 4 eye drs since 2017 and don´t like any of them!!!! The best and only the best was Dr. Anthony R Caputo!!!! RIP Dr Caputo Take care of my mother and father up there!!!! Love you forever Dr Caputo
How you can show support
Donate in Memory
Make a donation in memory of your loved one.
Add photos
Share their life with photo memories.
Plant trees
Honor them by planting trees in their memory.
Follow this page
Get email updates whenever changes are made.
Send flowers
Consider sending flowers.
Share this page
Invite other friends and family to visit the page.
Michelle
July 30, 2023
Dr. Caputo. We still miss you dearly What you did to help my son was unforgettable. We love you forever.
Tom
April 30, 2023
Dr. Caputo helped make me who I am. I was severely bullied as a smart, gentle, cross eyed kid. He changed that. Because my parents brought me to him, Dr Caputo changed my life by straightening my gaze and giving me the confidence to look my own patients in the eyes as an adult and do my best to help them heal. Rest in peace, good man. I should have come sooner to thank you, and for that, I'm sorry.
Natalie Gomez
February 4, 2022
I've had the pleasure of working with Dr. Wagner, Dr. Caputo's colleague whom has always spoken very highly about Dr. Caputo. I've heard so many great stories about him and the love he had for what he did. May god bless his soul forever and his family. Even though i did not personally know you, your patient's as well as Dr. Wagner have always made sure to keep your name alive.
Allison Alberici
November 6, 2021
Dr. Anthony Caputo took care of me and my eyes be examined. He was a great eye doctor and i miss him a lot. I love you Dr. Anthony Caputo. Please ghost my house make sure my eyes are ok. Angels we heard on high
Shanna Burchill
April 23, 2021
Dr. Caputo corrected my exotropia when I was 3 years old. In a panic I went back to him when I was 18 thinking it "reversed" and he chuckled when he saw that my eyes were still perfect. I'm 27 now with my own son who I notice is showing signs, it broke my heart to look up Dr. Caputo and see his passing. He was truly an amazing man who had a real gift. I will always appreciate him and what he did for me, and I will always think of him fondly. Peace is all this man deserves.
Dorothy Burbank
September 17, 2020
Dr. Caputo preformed eye surgery on me when I was 14 years old. He was recommended by my uncle, Dr. Stanley Bergen, from UMDNJ. Since my operation, I have many times thought about Dr. Caputo and how he helped me to be able to see straight forward instead of looking out of the corners of my eyes. .ay you rest in peace Dr Caputo.
Dorothy Burbank
Tuan Trinh
May 28, 2020
As a young child I was blessed with Dr. Caputo as my gifted surgeon for 3 procedures that helped correct my lazy eye. He essentially saved my vision in that eye and so allowed my younger self to grow up confidently and uninhibited.
Today as a 30 year old fellow wrapping up his medical training I somewhat fittingly stumbled upon this sad news. Although I have not seen him in 16 years+, I was researching an eye condition and Dr. Caputo was who I immediately thought of and searched for. That was the kind of mark he made on you.
Simply put I would not be where I am today if it weren't for his remarkable dedication and kindness. Thank you Dr. Caputo. You are an inspiration and I am forever grateful.
Rena Cerbone
January 13, 2020
I was shocked and stricken to learn that Dr. Caputo had passed. I was trying to get in touch with the office to schedule my son's appointment before he heads off to College. Dr. Caputo first treated my son when he was 16 months old. He was legally blind in one eye. Dr. Caputo's treatment and surgery (at 3 years ) saved Matthew's eyesight, and he has improved with each passing year. We used to joke that the Doc could write a case study in the Ophthalmology Journal about Matt. I feel so bad because of the loss to the world, but also because I didn't know he was ill. My thoughts and prayers go out to his family. My husband (also an MD) used to say what a classy, good hearted man he was. We will always be grateful to him. Rest in peace doc, you are and will continue to be missed.
linda evans
December 9, 2019
I met Dr. Caputo, at Clara Mass hospital. He did surgery on both of my twin daughters eyes. Not once but twice or three times. Every time we saw him he will hug and kiss us all. He always told my daughters to focus and reach the highest stars because they had a great mom. Anyway I called the office to make appointment for one of the twins and the office clerk stated he pasted away, I just cried on the phone for awhile my heart was broken and so was the office clerk. When I told the twins they said no he was coming to our graduation. Well he'll be proud they both graduated from college in 2019. One is teaching 7th grade science and the other working at Robert Woods hospital as a floater. She be leaving for Physician Asst school in 2021.. My angle in the sky is so proud loved this man Dr. Caputo. :( PS He was a gift to anyone that knew him:(
Jake Habib
October 18, 2019
Dr. Caputo is the sole reason why I have my eyesight today. He worked tirelessly to help others, and as a kid who was forced to wear various eye patches and duct tape to correct a version of a lazy eye, there was little hope for my vision to be saved because I refused to wear anything the doctors gave me - I was bullied for it in school. When we first met with Dr. Caputo, he gave me and my family hope. We felt immediately that he was a special man. He went out of his way to figure out a new treatment option for me, and because of that, I am able to enjoy my life today - with my vision in tact. Thank you Dr. Caputo, you will always be remembered.
Roy Urspruch
August 15, 2019
Dr Kaputo operated on my daughter Gianna when she was under 5 years old. He was an amazing physician and even more amazing human being. His kindness and passion toward his patients were unlike any other that I've seen. His charity work doing corrective surgery for underprivileged children in impoverished countries said much about his ability to give and never ask for praise. This man had a wonderful heart, he is irreplaceable and I hope that Gianna and I can have another visit with Anthony behind the pearly gates of heaven.
Lawrence Handlin
January 16, 2019
I read this with great sadness. My son was born prematurely in 1988 and was referred to Dr Caputo at age 3. It was Dr Caputo's care, compassion and skill that helped my son's eyesight allowing him to see the world it is today. Dr Caputo was amazed everytime he saw my son even into adultdhood on how his eyes kept improving. Thank you for you kindness and dedication. You will be missed.
Mark Bronstein, MD, MMM
January 5, 2019
Dr. Capturing was the Director of my ophthalmology program when I was a Resident at Newark Eye and Ear 1977-80.
He was a wonderful teacher and mentor.
Because of him I enjoyed a wonderful and rewarding career.
He taught me compassion and humility and gave me a remarkable skill set,
Thank you, Tony for inspiring so many doctors and healing so many patients.
Zuwena Marshall
January 2, 2019
I'm sitting at my desk with tears in my eyes. Dr. Caputo was my eye doctor since I was a small child, almost thirty years. He was also my brother's eye doctor as well. He honestly was one of the people who inspired me the most in my life. Dr. Caputo truly did care for all of his patients. I saw him at Columbus Hospital and at Clara Maass Hospital. I always looked forward to seeing him year after year.
If it wasn't for Dr. Caputo I wouldn't be where I am today.
Rest well Dr. Caputo. You have helped so many in countless ways. We will never forget you, your smile or your kind heart and soul.
Our deepest sympathathies to the Caputo family.
The Marshall Family
December 5, 2018
Dr caputo saved our sons eyesigt. He operated on him at 5amd 7 weeks. He treated him until he was 25. His death took our family hard. We genuinely loved him. He remembered us and incidences that happened when Ross was a baby. We will always hold a special place in our hearts for him. Bless your family
Jane Bull
November 15, 2018
To the Caputo Family,
We are so saddened to hear of the passing of Dr. Caputo. He took care of our special needs son, Richard, beginning around 1990. He was unbelievably kind to our son and to us. God Bless your soul, Dr. Caputo. We will always remember you. Our deepest sympathy to Dr. Caputo's family.
Sincerely, Jane, Fred & Richard Bull
October 13, 2018
I was one of the high school students that Dr. Caputo taught at Our Lady of Good Counsel High School in 1963. My name at the time was Mary Krol. A young, confused student, I took "Mr. Caputo's" General Science class. I loved being his student. He opened up a world to me that I will never forget, and on his picture in my Freshman yearbook, he wrote words of encouragement to me that have guided me my entire life. We all knew that Mr. Caputo was moving on to medical school in Italy, and I remember seeing a two-spread page in the Newark Star Ledger on his discovery of a surgical eye procedure for infants. I was so proud. But what will stand out in my memory forever was the day we all received the news of President John F. Kennedy's assassination. Our History teacher, Mr. Murphy, came into our classroom crying. I was in Mr. Caputo's class at the time, and I studied him as he stared out the window, absent-mindedly pulling on the cord of the blinds on the window, deep in thought. I have thought of his reaction for decades afterwards, and I can only imagine that his mind was clicking away about the tremendous loss to our country, and all its implications. As a Freshman, I had no idea of what that assassination meant to the world, but I know now that Mr. Caputo knew. He will always be Mr. Caputo to us fortunate students in his class, and the love we had for him back then was magnified many times over by everyone he knew in his future. How could we have known what Mr. Caputo or any of us would become, but my soul is crying now for the man who gave us young girls a wonderful start in life. We thank you, Mr. Caputo....Dr. Caputo...and we miss you.
Fishman Family
September 13, 2018
Dr. Caputo saved my son's eyesight. I loved him from the start. He was one of those Drs I remember in the Bronx growing up when they came to your house!!!! Down to earth. He truely cared! A real mentch! He will be sorely missed. There aren't many Drs like him. He was wonderful professionally and personally. Sleep well Dr. Caputo.
Mrs. Margaret Bardes
September 7, 2018
I first met Dr Caputo when my son was 3. He was wonderful at caring for him & putting me at ease. I recommended him to many when eye care was needed. My Godson did need surgery & he cared for him for 16 years. He was a blessing to many. I am sure he is enjoying his reward in Heaven.
My condolences to the family. Will keep you all in prayer.
When my son was a baby
August 23, 2018
I as so upset to hear of Dr. Caputo's passing . He took care of my premature son's eyes for 20 years. My son was born at 25 weeks and had retinopathy of premature. I was so anxious whenever I went to our eye doctor with my son because he was so distant and cold, and I was afraid. I didn't want my son, my baby, to lose his vision. Then I was referred to Dr. Caputo by a young man who did his residency under Dr. Caputo, Paul Jenkins MD. From the first moment I met Dr. Caputo he was kind and gentle with me and my son. As my son Neil grew taller then Dr. Caputo he would kiss him on the cheek at every visit or give him a hug. My first visit with Dr. Caputo my son was not 1 year old yet. My last visit with Dr. Caputo my son was 19 years old. Dr.Caputo even wrote him a reference for college. I will never forget him. His professionalism and his kindness and genuine caring was beautiful to me, and I am forever grateful to this wonderful man.
Diane Clayton-Rasbury
Linden, NJ
Lisa Meyers Zervas
August 2, 2018
I am overwhelmed with sadness to read of Dr. Caputo's passing last year. I started as a patient in 1983 when I was 5 years old and had strabismus in both eyes with double vision that was not being medically managed. My grandparents told they had no idea what doctor to take me to, so they called the Operator at New Jersey Bell who told them Dr. Caputo is "the best doctor in Newark" and he will know what to do. How right that operator was. From 1983 until 1987, Dr. Caputo performed 3 separate surgeries on my eyes. Each time I saw Dr. Caputo he calmed my fears of the "drops", surgeries, patches, and being put under anesthesia. You never felt rushed in his office and you were cared for as if you were his own child. In 2008, at age 30, I developed a, ocular migraine and was convinced something was wrong with my eyes. I looked up Dr. Caputo and went to see him at Columbus Hospital in Newark. To my surprise after all those years, he remembered me and all the specifics of my surgeries with no record in front of him. When I asked how he remembered everything he replied that he used my record to teach other doctors at the medical school how to handle a severe case of strabismus. He looked at my eyes and concluded the muscles were fine and it was just a migraine. In 2014, I brought my 1 year old daughter to Dr. Caputo because in pictures I thought her eye was turning inwards. With great fear, my husband and I brought her to Clara Maas to see him. He assured us that she was fine and the eye only looked that way due to some skull misshaping that she was undergoing therapy for. There is no doctor in the world I would have trusted to see my child except for Dr. Caputo. The world was truly blessed to have Dr. Caputo. He changed countless lives, including my own. To me, I will always regard him as being a saint who fixed my eyesight. I know that the Lord is rewarding Dr. Caputo with a place in Heaven for all the children he helped. My sincerest condolences to the entire family.
Lisa Meyers (now Zervas)
Mark Iovino
July 31, 2018
I was so so sad to hear about the passing of Dr Caputo however I was so grateful of his help for me, but for ALL his patients over the years. I was a 32 year old adult who was never properly diagnosed and had been lucky enough to see the doctor who so many had high admiration for. The care and love he gave to me made me imagine how he was with children as well. I am forever grateful for Dr Caputo's lifetime of devotion and I wish his close family and friends the ease of pain knowing the thousands of people who he helped but they have never met
Stephanie Lauria
July 6, 2018
I am so sad to hear of the passing of such a wonderful doctor. I was a patient of Dr. Caputo since I was 1 year (1982) old until his passing. I am 37. I was so sad to hear of his illness and I am heartbroken to hear of his passing. He was a wonderful and special man. He always took his time with me. Dr. Caputo had patience and listened to everything we had to say. He was he only doctor who fully understood my complex eye disease. He put me at ease as a child, as a mom-to-be and as a mom of 3. He gave my mother the tools to help my vision. Dr. Caputo helped me in ways I can never repay. I always felt important and he always remembered me (and my mom). I will forever be grateful for the care, confidence, expertise and humanity I received for 36 years as his patient. Dr. Caputo will be missed. I pray his soul is resting peacefully with the angels and for peace in in his family's hearts.
Denise Lorelli
June 29, 2018
I am so sad to learn about Dr. Caputo's passing. He was an amazing man and doctor who helped my daughter when no one else could. Rest In Peace Dr. Caputo. Thank you for what you did for my daughter and me in our time of need.
Lisa Miller
June 25, 2018
Dr. Caputo helped both my sister and I when our eyes were crossed at a very young age. We both had 2 successful surgeries because of him. Every time we saw him he was like a breath of fresh air. He always made you feel important when he came in to examine you. When I had my second surgery I was shaking on the operating table. When he entered the room he gave me a sense of calmness, as if my own father was there to make sure I was okay. When I found out he passed away it broke my heart. My condolences to his family. I will never forget him, he was a wonderful, kind, and very intelligent man. I doubt I will ever encounter anyone like him again.
Lynette and Chad Pearson
April 16, 2018
To the Caputo Family,
As I picked up the phone today to make an appointment for my son, who is now 22 years old and was a patient since 1996, I am saddened to hear of the passing of Dr. Caputo. My son was born with both eyes severely crossed and I was referred to Dr. Caputo when he was a few months old. My son had two very successful surgeries and went on to eventually not have to even wear glasses. Dr. Caputo saved his vision, and when my son would come in for appointments, you could tell how proud he was and what a success story this was. Ours is but one of thousands of success stories that Dr. Caputo accomplished as you could see when visiting his office with pictures of all the children he helped over the years. He will be truly missed but his legacy lives on in those he has changed with the gift of vision. Our prayers and thoughts are with the family.
Sincerely,
Lynette and Chad Pearson (my son)
Thank you, Dr. Caputo, for being so loving and patient with us. This would have been the 6th grade pic Layla was going to send you this year.
Layla Attiyah
March 28, 2018
Peter Anthony Stokes
March 26, 2018
To the Patients, Friends, and Family who left comments on this Obituary-
I would like to start this message by saying thank you. Thank you for your condolences, stories, memories, and prayers in this time of grief; the likes of which I have never felt before. Reading your countless messages has been among the most bittersweet of my experiences. Bitter in the sense that my grandfather is no longer with us, sweet because I now realize that he has touched so many of you in the same way he touched me these past eighteen years. My Pop was larger than life to me, someone with all of the answers. He provided more guidance to me than imaginable and led by example with his tireless work ethic.
I have found great catharsis in reading all of your kind words and I cannot express enough gratitude to all of you who mourned with my family. The wounds are still sore yet reading your words help bring a part of him back to life.
My world will never be the same now that my Man is gone. This is inevitable. But the values instilled in me by my Pop coupled with the legacy he has left behind have given me the tools necessary to take the next steps in my life. If I am able to impact a fraction of the people he did, I will be content with my work.
Again, thank you all for taking the time out of your day to share your words - especially those I have never met before.
God Bless.
Bob BLACKMAN
March 19, 2018
I never knew Dr. Caputo his partner Rudy Wagner had attended to my daughters eye surgery many years ago. What I did know of the man wa his big heart for the disadvantaged and his Orbis duty. Attending to the underpriviliged in third world countries for optomoligic needs. In addition his love of Thoroughbreds show the type of man he was. My condolences to his family. Blessings to you Sir, may St Anthony lead you to the heavens...
Richard Van Emburgh
March 7, 2018
Dr Tony operated on our daughter in 1989, he was an answer to our prayers. Bless his soul and his family. So sorry to learn of his passing. Just found out today.
March 4, 2018
I just googled Dr. Caputo's name and read of his passing. I am extremely sad to hear this. We met Dr. Caputo in 1997, when my son needed glasses and we were lucky enough to get an appointment. He talked with us about Orbis International and suggested that one day, we join his team in the September or May trips. I will always remember Dr. Caputo saying to us, "I can promise you one thing if you come on an Orbis trip; you will never go just once. You will love it so much, you'll want to keep going." He told us that once we had time to go, he would help us become approved as volunteers. Well, that is just why I googled him, I am interested in going on an Orbis trip. :( Dr. Caputo also regularly told us how much he loved his daughters. Our sons went to SHP also and one played football. Dr. Caputo was so excited to talk about SHP and spoke so highly of Msgr. Kelly. He was a one of a kind, special, sincere, warm, considerate and brilliant man. He is, without doubt, an angel in heaven. -Jill Stewart
Galina Natenzon
March 4, 2018
Just learned of Dr. Caputo's passing, and it hurt. Ever since he treated my son's eyes many years ago, we remember him fondly as an ideal doctor who deeply cared for his patients. Will remember him with gratitude as long as we live.
Kathy Henning
February 8, 2018
I am just learning of Dr. Caputo's passing and am deeply saddened by this news. He was such a kind and caring man and was the only person I fully trusted with my eye care having had vision issues since early childhood. He was always such a pleasure to be around and will be sorely missed. I am sure there is a special place in Heaven for him.
Definition of a hero, closest thing to an angel on Earth, you're not a patient you're one of his kids
Matt S
January 8, 2018
Derek DiStaso
December 1, 2017
I am deeply saddened by the news of Dr. Caputo passing. I have been a patient of his since 1979. He was an extraordinary man, who spent many hours diagnosing and treating my eyes. He was always supportive and genuine to my mother when she would bring me in as a small child to his office in Jersey City. He performed 2 surgeries on my eyes the first in 1980 and the second in 1992. I would still go back every other year to get a check up and actually looked forward to seeing him. I would always want to share my accomplishments with him so he knew how much of a difference he made in my life from seeing better, to baseball, basketball, and shooting in the academy. He was such a big part of my life as a child, teenager, and adult. I would like to extend my sincerest condolences to his wife, daughters and family. As I stated earlier he was an extraordinary man. I hope you find some comfort in knowing he impacted the lives of so many children and their families.
Sincerely,
Derek DiStaso
Matthew Salerno
November 17, 2017
I was a patient of Dr. Caputo since I was child, now 31. He was the only doctor I whole heartedly trusted. Having eye problems at at early age, my parents took me to see him and I am sure within minutes they knew he was the doctor they needed. He truly made you feel safe when in his office, which was filled wall to wall with thank you letters and photos of his numerous patients. Being wheeled into an operating room is scary enough for an adult, for children it is even more so. But as soon as you saw Dr. Caputo as he held your hand and counted down with you, you felt at ease. Visiting his office was the rare instance where I was actually excited to see a doctor, because he was not only a tremendous MD, but was also a dear friend to thousands of patients.
God bless you and your family!
Layla Attiyah
November 10, 2017
We first met Dr. Caputo when Layla was 2 years old. I'll never forget his soft spoken tone and sincere concern for my daughter. Layla would have been considered legally blind in her left eye. Her eye crossed over and she couldn't see. Though she was 2 years old, she took to Dr. Caputo instantly, where with her pediatrician, she did not. Through the years, Layla's eye became stronger, from 200/20, to 25/20 with eye glasses. Dr. Caputo always praised Layla for her hard work from keeping her glasses on at 2 years old to wearing her eye patch, which she did not like. But somehow, Dr. Caputo worked his magic on her and Layla wore that patch for the length of time prescribed. He praised me for being a wonderful mother when I didn't think I was. Dr. Caputo was a special doctor. I don't think I have ever met anyone as sweet natured, loving, and caring for his patients as he was. Every year, Layla sent him a school pic of herself and at every visit, he would point to her pic and say, "There you are." Layla is 11 years old now. We saw him last in May 2017 and looked forward to seeing him again. My heart breaks for his family as he was such a loving person. I want to thank you, Dr. Caputo, for everything you have done for Layla. Because of you, I have learned--am trying--to speak softer to her, understand her more, and become more patient, as you were with her. May God Bless you always. Thank you for everything.
Respectfully,
Rugda and Layla Attiyah
Constantinos Kintiroglou
November 8, 2017
We were blessed to have known and been able to work with Dr. Caputo for so many years. He was a physician, teacher and a gentleman in all his interactions with both his patients and his colleagues. We counted on his expertise and clinical skills. We learned from him every time we had an opportunity to work together. He is greatly missed. Our thoughts and prayers are with his family.
Constantinos and John Kintiroglou MD
November 1, 2017
This may not be appropriate but I felt compelled. I was merely searching online for another Tony Caputo and stumbled upon this obituary. It nearly brought me to tears reading some of these. The Caputo family was certainly blessed to have such a wonderful man in their lives. My sincere condolences. I wish I could have met him.
CAROLANN GIAMBOI
October 31, 2017
So sorry to hear. He will be greatly missed. He was great with our daughter to was born with Down Syndrome. There are few doctors out there like him.
Nancy Alberici
October 19, 2017
I was absolutely devastated to be told today that Dr. Caputo passed. When I called in July I was told Dr. Caputo had retired. After 28 years of care for my daughter Allison I was distraught but commented that such a wonderful man deserved a blessed retirement. At our new Ophthalmologist's office today I was advised that he had passed. Allie and I were brought to tears. Along with so many others who were blessed to be treated by wonderful Dr. Caputo I am at a loss for words. Your husband, father, grandfather, brother, friend was an amazing man. There is no doubt that he was welcomed into eternity with the words "Welcome my good and faithful servant". My heart aches for you. May God bless you always and may the soul of Dr. Caputo rest peacefully in the arms of our Lord.
With Love and Prayers, Allison & Nancy Alberici
Mary Gonzalez
October 16, 2017
I just found out that this wonderful man pass away. I have to say I felt so sad. I worked with Dr.caputo 10 years ago. He was and will be remembered as a great Doctor, who I had the chance to observe how he care for all his patients equally. He will be miss. My condolence to his family. Sincerally Mary Gonzalez .
Carolyn Zito
October 16, 2017
I am very sad to hear that Dr Caputo passed away. My appointment to see him this past July 13th for my eye examination was canceled I was told he had retired. I always told him he can never retire.I was heartbroken. He was the best eye doctor in the world in my book. There will never be another Eye doctor like him. May he always Rest In Peace.
"Thank you" will never be enough. Forever grateful for the gift this man gave me 29 years ago. Taken from too many, far too soon. Always in my heart.
Lisa Triano
October 15, 2017
Kathy Triano
October 15, 2017
How sad I felt when I recently found out of your passing. What a truly wonderful and gifted man. Thank you for the goodness in your heart. My daughter is turning 30 years old and you gave her the best gift ever. We will think of you often with fondness in our hearts.
Alan Klukowicz
October 9, 2017
I am so upset that this amazing man passed so quickly. it upsets my family's heart dearly. If it wasn't for him, my daughter, Kathryn, wouldn't be able to see from age 1. Now she's 13 with a bright life ahead of her all because of my coworker/friend that I hope lived a happy life. Thank you for everything. We miss you.
Lucille Hitchuk
October 7, 2017
Words cannot express our sorrow at hearing of this wonderful man passing. Without him out son would not be seeingredients today. All our love to the family. Paul Hitchuk and family.
Lucille Hitchuk
October 7, 2017
We just found out about our dear st. Caputo. We call him that because he was. Without him Paul would not be seeing today. All our condolences to his wonderful family. Paul Hitchuk and family
Ruth Ann Heck
October 6, 2017
I too just found out about Dr. Caputo's passing. My son Christopher has been a patient of this wonderful doctor and person since he was eight days old. Now 26 my son is photographer major at an art school in Portland, OR., in-spite of his vision issue. I had to tell my son and he feels like he lost a friend. Dear Dr. Caputo, we will miss you and thank you for your wonderful support and care for my son.
Tina Hoffman Baron
October 5, 2017
I am so sorry to recently hear of Tony's passing. I grew up a patient of Dr. Caputo and when as a mother I needed help with my young daughter, Pauline insisted Tony could help. She was right, of course. I can feel to this day the compassion I received from Tony, never minimizing my worries and with his calm way he helped me feel better and helped my daughter get well. His diagnosis of strabismus was the answer to months of questions. I think back with great fondness on my time around the Caputo boys. It has been my distinct honor to have known Dr. Tony Caputo.
Yitzchok, Shaina , Hindy Pruss
September 26, 2017
Dr Coputo was very special as a doctor and as a person.
We appreciate the relationship we had with him, and all his good work should stand him in good stead.
He will be greatly missed!
Brian at 6mnths - 5 years
Brian Del Sol
September 24, 2017
Brian today 31
Brian Del Sol
September 24, 2017
Brian Del Dol
September 24, 2017
I just found out that this wonderful human being has passed away! Dr. Anthony Caputo had a special bond with all his patients and he will be missed!
My sincerest condolences to his entire family.
I will miss him we had a special bond since I was 2 months old 1986 till January of 2017 This was the last time I saw him! I will miss him very much.
Breanna McLaughlin
September 23, 2017
I just found out after Dr. Caputo's Passing today. After being called to tell me my appointment was cancelled ( I was very much looking forward to seeing him again!) I have been searching to see what happened. I am so sorry to hear of his passing. He was my doctor since I was born in 1989, and gave me the gift of sight after being born with retinopathy of prematurity due to being born at 23 weeks. He was such a loving, caring soul. I am so sad about his passing, it truly breaks my heart. He was such a wonderful man and doctor. I only wish I was able to give him a proper goodbye. I will carry his memory in my heart forever. He was more than just my doctor, he was my cheerleader, confidant and friend. I feel very blessed to have known him. My deepest condolences to his Family and Friends. Rest In Peace Dr. Caputo!
.
Steven Altholtz
September 20, 2017
I just found out yesterday of his passing. I broke my daughter and also my heart. He was such an amazing doctor but most of all an amazing person. I wish I had a chance to thank him once again for all the support and kindness he showed to my daughter since the age of 8.
Rest in peace . The Altholtz Family
Angela Meyers
September 19, 2017
Dr. Caputto was my sons Pediatric Eye Doctor in 1989 when he was a Baby,he was so kind and gentle with my son. I knew right away he was Doctors Doctor,meaning he showed my us so much compassion and a real understanding of children,with his expertise guiding him all the way,I recently found out of his passing,and wanted to express my sincere sympathy to his Family and to all his colleagues who I am sure all miss him dearly. Just know that his kindness will never be forgotten.Rest In Peace Dr.Caputto a real Icon!
Erin Wojcik
September 15, 2017
I'm so unbelievably heartbroken right now. I've been going to Dr. Caputo since I was two years old and now I'm a junior in college. He saved my eye and has done everything in his power to help/support my family. I always knew I was in good hands every time I went to his office and looked forward to our yearly visits. He was like family to us. There has never been a doctor more supporting, caring, and generous. He was an incredible doctor with the kindest heart. I'm so thankful for him taking me in with open arms and constantly reassuring my family that everything will be okay. I love and miss you so much, Dr. Caputo. Rest in peace.
September 15, 2017
I just learned of Dr. Caputo's passing. I received a call in early July that he was retiring and my daughters appointment was canceled. My husband and I couldn't believe it. He performed ptosis surgery on her when she was barely two. I have never met a more loving, caring doctor than Dr. Caputo. He always made us feel like family. We will miss him terribly. Dr. Caputo, I will always pray to St. Lucy just as you did. As far as I'm concerned, you were a Saint here on earth and I know you are in Heaven with God. Words cannot express th sadness we feel that you are not here with us. Rest In Peace we will love you always.
Th Wojcik Family
Hazlet, N.J.
Vincent at 6 months, 2 years and 5 years old.
Garcia Family
September 13, 2017
Dr Caputo was the epitome of what a doctor should be. His gifted hands healed our son's eyes and changed his life for the better, for this we are forever indebted.
His kindness, compassion and dedication to his patients made an impact in the world, he touched so many lives..a one of a kind, gentle soul.
We are honored and blessed to have crossed paths, and will always be grateful for what he has done.
May God bless your family during this difficult time. Rest in peace Dr. Caputo, you will be missed, but never forgotten.
Bruce & Gabriela Stankiewicz
September 10, 2017
A compassionate, caring man. My wife and I are forever grateful and indebted to Dr. Caputo and what he did for our daughter. We feel blessed to have been able to cross paths and know such a genuinely personable, considerate and admirable man. I'm sure he is loved by many and will be sorely missed but never forgotten. RIP
September 10, 2017
Dr. Caputo took care of me since I was 16 months old and needed glasses for my lazy eye. He was the warmest, most empathetic doctor I have met in my entire life. Going to his office for over 20 years, I feel lucky to have known him.
Jackie Long
September 8, 2017
Dr. Caputo took care of my daughter 4 years ago in his office in Roseland and reassured this very nervous mom about her daughters condition, which he was right about as time went on. RIP and God bless. Thank you.
Steven and Cheryl Weisberg
August 21, 2017
Our daughter, Melissa was only six weeks old in 1984. Her eyes were constantly moving and the three eye doctors we were referred to gave us a grim prognosis.....until we met Dr. Caputo! He was supportive, empathetic and encouraging. He diagnosed her with ocular albinism and he implored us not to treat her differently, but to love her like any other child. He monitored her yearly since then. Each year, he welcomed her with open arms, hugging her and eager to display her updated pictures and artwork on the "wall". He was even able to point out her older pictures, pinpointing the exact spot from hundreds of pictures. Melissa felt like he was more than her doctor.....he was her friend and cheerleader! Melissa is now 33 years old. She is a Vice President for a big firm and never let her visual impairment define her or limit her in any way, which is what Dr. Caputo always instilled in her. Melissa was looking forward to making her annual appointment, having last seen Dr. Caputo a year prior. Then she heard the sad news about his passing and immediately called me. We are all shocked and devastated at the loss of a wonderful doctor, but more importantly, a wonderful man!!! We will all miss him dearly and pray that his family will take comfort in the fact that he touched so many lives.
August 21, 2017
The New Jersey Lottery remembers Dr. Caputo from his years of service as a member of the Lottery Commission and sends condolences to his family. He often spoke of his travels helping children throughout the world, spreading his knowledge and talents to help the smallest patients. He was a fine man.
Carole Hedinger, Executive Director, NJ Lottery
Latisah&Mahan Drew-Murray
August 15, 2017
August 15, 2017
Condolences to the family and friends. My son has been a patient of Dr. Captuo since he was about to be one year old. The dr made me laugh n gave me a sense of joy. I was a first time mother and was unsure about albinism or anything. Dr directed me in the direction I needed to go. I am forever gratful and thankful that he was appointed to help us.
DR. Captu - is god sent angel to my son and I . I was hurt 2 weeks ago after calling to make appointment, to hear that he is no longer here physically but smiled and said spiritually he is. I thank you!!! God bless y'all and prayers!!!
Michele Babij
August 11, 2017
I had Dr. Caputo, called him Mr. Caputo as my Science teacher in Our Lady of Good Counsel, he was the greatest teacher, and I know he was a great Doctor. So sorry for the passing of a wonderful Doctor/teacher.
My deepest and sincerest sympathy to the family.
Michele Babij nee (Cotugno) Belleville, NJ
Dorothy Reynolds, MD
August 9, 2017
Dr. Caputo touched the lives of so many, and was a true inspiration and most special mentor to so many (myself included).
I feel blessed to have known Dr. Caputo; my mother Karin was his orthoptist, so for most of my life I routinely heard of his patient care successes and philanthropic activities. My life truly changed when I worked for him for two summers screening his patients, and then later when he inspired me to pursue a subspecialty in Pediatric Ophthalmology--I could not be happier, and will be forever grateful for his guidance.
Dr. Caputo was a Great Man, a most gifted and wise Doctor and Surgeon, a most invested Teacher--all heightened by his genuine kindness and caring. I think of him often when examining patients, will forever treasure his precious words of wisdom, and will always remember his warm and smiling eyes.
My warmest thoughts and prayers are with his family,
Karin Reynolds
August 9, 2017
Dr. Caputo was my dear mentor, my source of guidance, and my employer for 38 years. His passing has left a great void, beyond words. I write this with a weeping heart, filled with great pain--all expressions of my deep respect, admiration, and love for Dr. Caputo.
Working for Dr. Caputo, I witnessed the love he had for each and every one of his patients, and the many miracles he performed for them. He was totally committed to solving their medical problems, and always found the answer; he was a most gifted physician.
He filled the room with warmth, and his patients and their parents were completely at ease, and trusted him. He was most generous with his time, and a great listener... giving his support and advice, a warm embrace, or whatever was needed. He was an exceptional physician, incredibly kind and compassionate, gentle and caring, warm and loving.
Dr. Caputo never took a day off from work, whether tired or sick, and he never complained; he simply wanted to be there for his patients. I think of his dearest wife Cathy, his beautiful daughters Karen, Kit, and Kerry, his son-in-laws, and his lovely grandchildren--Dr. Caputo's heart was big, and they all had the most special place in it.
It has been a true honor and privilege to have worked for Dr. Caputo. I am deeply grateful and will treasure Dr. Caputo's memory forever in my heart.
Dear Cathy, my love and prayers are with you, Karen, Kit, and Kerry, and your whole dear family,
With deepest and most heartfelt sympathy,
Grimaldi
August 9, 2017
Dr. Caputo will be missed terribly. He was an amazing, caring and kindhearted doctor. Both of my sons were his patients and he made them feel special, and his care was outstanding. I wish there were more doctors in this world like him. It breaks our hearts to hear of his passing. The world has lost not only an amazing doctor but an amazing person as well. RIP Dr. Caputo, we will miss you.
Mary Ann Cluney
August 8, 2017
Our entire family is still so saddened to hear the news about Dr Caputo. Dr Caputo has been our daughter's eye doctor since she was 5 years old & she will be 38 in December. He made Chrissie feel like she was his only patient and truly was the BEST doctor we have ever encountered in our lifetime. Believe me we have met many doctors in all these years. Every visit he made Chrissie feel like she was #1. He posted all her poetry, writings, resumes and other news articles about her on his infamous "wall". Chrissie has ptosis (where her eyelids do not stay open) and he assisted us in finding a doctor who created a lid crutch on her eye frame to keep her eye open. On our last visit 5/18/17, Dr Caputo was so excited that we had just returned from London (where Chrissie's sister lives) & Ireland. He wanted to hear all about our trip & took the name of the Irish bus tour that we took. He shared that he wanted so much to travel and he sounded like he was on his way to really look into it. This world will definitely miss an amazing person. When he was created, God made an angel as he has touched so many lives in his short lifetime. God Bless Mrs Caputo, Karen, Kit & Kerry and their families. Please know that we all are honored to have had known him in our lifetime. The Cluney Family--Clifton, NJ
August 7, 2017
I am so sad to hear of Dr. Caputo's passing. I was a patient of Dr. Caputo's for 24 years, from the age of 8 days old. I was born with a cataract in my right eye and Dr. Caputo performed multiple surgeries on me throughout my life. Every time that I came for a check up, Dr. Caputo would open the door and give me a huge hug and call me his "baby", even at the age of 23 when I last saw him. He fixed my eye so well that almost anyone that I tell about my eye condition is unaware that there was ever anything wrong. Dr. Caputo was truly an amazing doctor and person and he is irreplaceable. I will miss him very much.
Leah Eisenberg
Judy Latko
August 7, 2017
Dr. Caputo was one of the best doctors I ever met. The work he did on poor people for no money is amazing. I am not surprised at all his accomplishments. Very sweet and caring to his patients. He helped my son a lot from the age of 5 to most recently at 34! We adored that man. Condolences to his beautiful family. He will be missed. The Latko family
My grown up Daughter that can see!
August 7, 2017
Wow no words left. Our first time at Dr. Capputo was 13 years ago when my Daugher was under 6 monthes of age. Because of him she can see, so we truly owe him everything for giving my Daughter her eyesight. Will never forget at 11 monthes he preformed the surgery and I was so scared and nervous when they took her to the operating room. He saw how nervous I was, he came out and said to me I never usually come out we take your child to recovery and then someone comes to get you, but I saw how upset you were so wanted to come out and insure you everything was great he hugged me and took me to recovery. That is just when I truly got to know him not just as a Dr but someone who treats each and every patient as if they were his own Child!!! He always told us " This is my baby" since he treated her at such young age! That is one person that is Unreplaceable. We will miss him so very much!
Sharon Weiss
August 6, 2017
My daughter Sharon, was a patient for 35 years, and they always talked about her juke box and the oldies. He was a great guy and a great doctor! We will miss him.
Michelina Giuliano's Card for Dr. Caputo after successful eye surgery in May 1988 for cross-eyed surgery.
MICHELINA GIULIANO
August 5, 2017
Michelina Giuliano's Card for Dr. Caputo after successful eye surgery in May 1988 for cross-eyed surgery.
MICHELINA GIULIANO
August 5, 2017
August 5, 2017
Saddened to hear about this outstanding doctor and human being. Our son, who he serviced at the age of 4 is now 34 years old. When our son became of age to visit a local ophthalmologist we were so grateful for the many wonderful years visiting Dr. Caputo. When our son, who has s disability developed other ocular problem as an adult, Dr. Caputo welcomed us back to visit him. We were honored that he welcomed us back because we revered his expertise! He had such an impact on us as just 1 family. His passing is a tremendous loss to the greater community and the medical profession. Our sincerest condolences to all of his family! Thank you for sharing him with us. His legacy is one to cherish! God Bless. The Fleming's- Lea, Tom and Bret
August 5, 2017
Dr. Caputo was a great man. He treated my son for years. He truly made a difference in this world with his kind heart and expertise. He was the epitome of what a doctor should be. My heartfelt condolences go out to his wife and family. I feel honored to have spent time with such a wonderful person who went out of his way to care for others. We will never forget him. May he rest in peace.
August 4, 2017
WAS A GREAT DOCTOR AND PERSON......NEVER FORGOT HIS routes and a value of any human.
Had a pleasure to work with him for years
Andrea Beasty
August 4, 2017
I am so sad to learn of the passing of Dr. Caputo. My daughter has been a patient of his for the past 18 years. I am eternally grateful to Dr. Caputo for saving and correcting my daughter's vision. He was such a kind and caring man. The world of Pediatric Ophthalmology has lost a brilliant, compassionate doctor. My most sincere condolences to the Caputo family. He will be missed by so many.
Jennifer Mueller
August 4, 2017
I am heartbroken to learn of Dr. Caputo's passing, and will forever be grateful that my son was fortunate enough to have been treated by such a fine doctor, who was also an exceptional human being. My son had strabismus and was legally blind in one eye, and was treated by Dr. Caputo from the time he was 2 years old until the last time we saw him when my son was 17. With Dr. Caputo's expert care my son's vision is now 20/30 without glasses, and the corrective surgery left his eyes perfectly straight. My son is now 21 years old and is entering his senior year in college, and I've always felt that Dr. Caputo was the most instrumental non-family member in my son's life, giving him better vision and straight eyes so he could go through life without the burden he was born with. And I wish I'd known that Dr. Caputo was a St. Bonaventure alum, since I am too. I would have loved to hear about his days at St. Bonaventure University and can see that he lived the Franciscan values of knowledge and love, in his service to all of his patients throughout his life. I will pray that he is ar peace, and will always remember the enormous impact he had on my son's life.
Loida Guzman
August 3, 2017
To the Caputo family. My condolenses. Im' so devestated by the news. What an amazing and humble man. I will keep you in my prayers, I'm sure you've lost a very inportant part of your family. My heat goes out to you. I will always remember that infectious smile.
Allen
August 3, 2017
Dear Mrs. Caputo and Family. I am devasted for your lose. Dr. Caputo was an extremely amazing and compassionate Doctor. God Bless!
Chrissie Cluney
August 3, 2017
To Dr. Caputo and your family,
For thirty-two, almost thirty-three years, you've helped me to better my sight. Every time I saw you my heart took flight. You've supported me through showcasing my work and sharing your words of encouragement.
I sincerely hope you're happy up there among the angels because you were one down here on Earth. The memories you've left us with of the kindhearted doctor that you were will always remain and in my heart you'll forever stay.
Thank you for your presence in my life and for being the doctor I trusted the most. You were the best, Dr. Caputo. You and your family will be in my family's thoughts and prayers.
Sincerely,
Chrissie Cluney
Dr. Anthony R. Caputo, MD and Michelina L. Giuliano Yr. 2015 after healing of the herpes simplex virus in the cornea of my eye
MICHELINA LUCIA A. GIULIANO
August 2, 2017
Dear Mrs. Caputo and Family,
My name is Michelina Giuliano and Family. We are in tears as we are writing this-we can't stop our crying due to our love for Dr. Caputo-he was family to us-his death hurts as we lost a member of our family. My entire family knew Dr. Caputo for years and years. I was Dr. Caputo's patient ever since I was born since 1979. My family and I are so so devastated-we just found out last night that your husband, Dr. Caputo had passed away. If somoene had called us to tell us, we would have definitely come to the Funeral Mass, but I only found out last night. Dr. Caputo was always there for me and my mom-we were both his patients and also for my brother, Carmine Anthony Giuliano, years ago when he saw Dr. Caputo. My parents say that when Dr. Caputo did the eye surgery on me for my cross-eyes, Dr. Caputo held on to my mom and to me so tight as a sign that the surgery would be a success-your husband, Dr. Caputo was so so devoted to Saint Lucy and to Our Lady of Lourdes just like me and my family-he blessed my mom and me with the Lourdes Healing water-you can't find any doctor who would do this for his patients-Dr. Caputo treated all of his patients with the same love and generosity and open heart just as a father loves his children-all of Dr. Caputo's patients were his children and Dr. Caputo was a father to me and to all of his patients.
Dr. Caputo saved my eyes years ago in 1988 when I was cross-eyed and he saved my eyes two years ago I could have went blind in my eyes due to the herpes simplex virus in my right eye and if it hadnt been for Betty who asked Dr. Caputo right away when I explained to her that I had a sharp, stabbing pain in my right eye and Dr. Caputo said to come first thing the next morning as I was working until 4pm that night, and Dr. Caputo healed me of the herpes simplex virus in the cornea of my right eye, together with our devotion to Saint Lucy and Saint Odilia, patroness of the eyes. Dr. Caputo gave me the right medications to treat the herpes simplex virus and to get rid of it completely. Dr. Caputo was the BEST EYE DOCTOR IN THE WORLD, just as I wrote in my card to him after he did the eye surgety on me in 1987-I was only eight years old when I made that card for Dr. Caputo-and he always kept that card above his sink in his Roseland Office with the red, white, and blue letters as I was born on July 04th-Dr. Caputo always said that was the best card he had ever recceived. From the first time I met Dr. Caputo after my baby years, my family and I loved him as a father. When I saw Dr. Caputo this year for the last time, he didn't seem himself-I had made a plaque for his birthday in May, and he didn't appear the same-I asked him how he was feeling but he said ok, how are you Michelina. He always gave the best advice about anything I was going through-school, work, relationships, anything-he was the best listener and gave the best advice that you would never forget his wisdom.
My family and I can't get ourselves to realize that he is no longer here-I would tell Dr. Caputo that he was a Saint and he truly is a Saint-he went straight to Heaven-he never refused anyone-he was always there for everyone and I can just hear Our Lord saying to Dr. Caputo, "Well done, my dear and faithful servant, enter into the Heavenly kingdom." Rest in Heavenly peace Dr. Caputo-my family and I miss you so so much-no one can ever replace you and we will never ever forget you.
Mrs. Caputo, my family and I will send a Mass Card for your husband as soon as I have the chance to go to Our Lady of Sorrows Church in South Orange, I will have the Rectory send you the Mass. I am here if you ever need to call me my cell phone number is
973-809-1616. We are so so sorry for your loss. Dr. Caputo was still so young and he could have lived so many more years on this Earth-we sometimes don't understand God's reasons but God gained the Best of the Best in Heaven on July 24, 2017-and Dr. Caputo's birthday was on May 24, 2017-the same number 24. My family and I love you so much, Dr. Caputo, and we will pray for the repose of your soul-please pray for us from Heaven that the herpes simplex virus never attacks me ever again and that my family and I are always in good health with our eyes and everything else.
I have attached a picture of me and Dr. Caputo which was taken two years ago, after I was completely healed by the herpes simplex virus thanks to Saint Lucy and Saint Odilia and Dr. Caputo.
Love Always,
Berniero, Rosamaria, Carmine Anthony, and Michelina Lucia Antonietta Giuliano
33 Eastwood Place
Cedar Grove, NJ 07009
973-809-1616
Lisa Lee
August 2, 2017
Dear Mrs.Caputo and Family,
I am devastated to learn only today of the passing of Dr. Caputo. Words alone cannot describe how truly special this man was not only to us, but to everyone he met. My son Jack always looked forward to our visits with Dr. Caputo, thanks to his warm, Papa Bear demeanor and welcoming smile. We are forever indebted to him from that first visit when he told us that all would be ok with our son's eyes to the surgery, where I cried and he held my hand and hugged me through it as long as it took. He was like a father and grandfather to me, my husband and son, offering us that emotional support that we needed to get through the surgery. There is no doctor that I have ever felt this way about, and I can't believe that he is no longer here. He was one-of-a-kind.
We would often talk about Nantucket and his love for the island, and being there with his children and grandchildren. We were always shy to stop by when we were on island, but Dr. Caputo always told us we had an open invitation, and we vowed back in February, at my son's last appointment with him, that this summer we would definitely visit. When we received his retirement notice, I told my husband we were definitely going to stop by and share a drink on the porch with him, as he told us that's where he'd often be. I remember thinking, not knowing about the illness, that he would finally get a summer to relax and spend time up there without the summer weekend commute. Sadly, my biggest regret is that we never stopped by other summers, because I know he would have welcomed us with open arms and it would have been a memory that we would have cherished for years.
We will never, ever forget Dr. Caputo and what an indelible mark he made on us and our son. We are grateful that we knew him for the time that we did. He was the most exceptional man, a true angel on this earth. Our hearts go out to you and your daughters, your son-in-laws and beautiful grandchildren. May his legacy live through all of them.
August 1, 2017
Our son was several months old when we were referred to Dr. Caputo with what was a poor prognosis with regard to our sons visual health. I remember like it was yesterday my wife holding our baby as Dr. Caputo conducted his examination with confidence, humor and compassion. Dr. Caputo remained the caring, honest, insight caregiver throughout the 26 years that he took care of our son. Today, Michael has a shown extraordinary visual improvement and functions as a productive member of the community. It was heart breaking to learn of Dr. Caputo's passing when the office called to cancel the October appointment. Heaven is now blessed with a dedicated physician and a wonderful man. God bless Anthony R. Caputo. Immerman Family, Chatham, NJ
Margot Materasso
August 1, 2017
Dear Mrs. Caputo & Family,
My husband and I just found out about Dr. Caputo's passing. We are so sad and heart broken. He was not only and amazing physician but a kind, gentle and caring human being. One of a kind indeed. We are so grateful to Dr. Caputo for treating our kids and for saving our daughter's eye vision. He was a great man and he will be missed not only by our family but by the many patients who were fortunate enough to have him as their doctor. With love and prayers,
The Materasso Family
Mary Rubino
August 1, 2017
Dr Caputo was the angel sent from heaven to my daughter, Cara Rubino Zibbell. She was his first private patient after returning to New Jersey to begin his practice. We saw him frequently in the early years and held on to his words,as we believed he was our personal angel. I am so saddened to hear of his passing and I know he is in a special place with God. My deepest condolences to his family. We will keep you in our prayers. Godspeed,Dr Caputo. We loved you and thank you!!!!!
Cara Rubino
August 1, 2017
He called me his "first patient" in his private practice - I was never sure if Dr. Caputo just said that to make me special though. He always made me feel that way. Even with my crooked, crossed eyes, patches and foggy lenses, he always made me feel like a little lady sitting across from him in his big chair with his shining light. I always felt like his prize. The truth is,he was mine. As I write this in tears, it is mostly for the loss of a talented humanitarian, loving friend and proud family man. For giving my parents hope, now most appreciated as a parent myself, when they didn't have it. For their daughter to see the world and to be seen for for her beauty, inside and OUT. Dr Caputo, you will always have a special place in my heart. Love - Cara Rubino
August 1, 2017
TO: THE ENTIRE CAPUTO FAMILY: WE WERE ALL SADDENED TO HEAR ABOUT DR. CAPUTO'S PASSING. OUR THOUGHTS AND PRAYERS ARE WITH YOUR FAMILY DURING THIS DIFFICULT TIME. THE ENTIRE PASSERINI FAMILY
August 1, 2017
My family and I are so saddened by the loss of Dr. Caputo. He was always very happy and enjoyed talking with us. He always took excellent care of both my boys who are now 20 and 21 years old. When my younger son was 1 1/2 years old Dr. Caputo did surgery to correct a blocked tear duct. After the surgery my son Joseph never had that problem again. He always treated us with kindness. He was always honest. No one could ever fill his shoes. So sorry we were unable to see him before he passed. Our prayers are with your family. Marietta, Danny, Kevin & Joseph Sommer
Mike and michele Puzio
July 31, 2017
So very sad to hear of Dr Caputo's passing. He was a wonderful man. My son who is 24, developed ROP and is blind. Dr Caputo followed my son for 15 years to make sure his eyes remained healthy and pain free. He was such a sweetheart and genuinely cared for each patient. He loved his work and will be greatly missed. We are thankful for the years he was our son's doctor. He provided comfort and hope when we needed it most.
The Foley family
July 31, 2017
We are completely heartbroken to hear this sad news about our beloved Dr. Caputo. He was an exceptional doctor and person. We will always remember his warm smile, calming reassurance, and patient explanations of my son's test results. Dr. Caputo was THE expert and we will forever be grateful that my son's eyesight was in his hands. Every appointment was like visiting with a favorite friend.
We want to send our sincerest condolences to his family. What an amazing man.
Showing 1 - 100 of 223 results
145 East Mount Pleasant Ave, Livingston, NJ 07039
Make a Donation
in Anthony Caputo,'s name
How to support Anthony's loved ones
Honor a beloved veteran with a special tribute of ‘Taps’ at the National WWI Memorial in Washington, D.C.
The nightly ceremony in Washington, D.C. will be dedicated in honor of your loved one on the day of your choosing.
Read more
Should I Send Sympathy Flowers?
What kind of arrangement is appropriate, where should you send it, and when should you send an alternative?
Read more
What Should I Write in a Sympathy Card?
We'll help you find the right words to comfort your family member or loved one during this difficult time.
Read moreResources to help you cope with loss
Estate Settlement Guide
If you’re in charge of handling the affairs for a recently deceased loved one, this guide offers a helpful checklist.
Read more
Obituaries, grief & privacy: Legacy’s news editor on NPR podcast
Legacy's Linnea Crowther discusses how families talk about causes of death in the obituaries they write.
Read more
The Five Stages of Grief
They're not a map to follow, but simply a description of what people commonly feel.
Read moreWays to honor Anthony Caputo,'s life and legacy
Obituary Examples
You may find these well-written obituary examples helpful as you write about your own family.
Read more
Obituary Templates – Customizable Examples and Samples
These free blank templates make writing an obituary faster and easier.
Read more
How Do I Write a Eulogy?
Some basic help and starters when you have to write a tribute to someone you love.
Read more
