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Gary D'Amico Obituary
AGE: 68 • South Bound Brook
68, died September 9, 2017.
Gary was born in Somerville and was a lifelong resident of South Bound Brook. Gary graduated from Fort Lauderdale University with a BS Degree in Technical and Scientific Management. He was employed as an Electronic Technician at Princeton University Plasma Physics Laboratory James Forrestal Campus in Princeton for over 37 years. He was a member of the NJ Antique Radio Club in Wall Township. In his spare time, Gary enjoyed going fishing and was a Radio Ham operator, watching Nascar racing and the NY Football Giants. The real joy of his life was spending time with his family and especially his two grandchildren. He will be sadly missed by his family and friends.
He is predeceased by his parents Angelo and Ethel D'Amico, a brother Arthur and an Aunt Helen.
Surviving are his wife of 44 years, Shari D'Amico, his daughters Lorraine K. D'Amico and Christina Ann Schulze and his two grandchildren Amber and Jason Schulze.
Funeral services will be 1pm Saturday September 16, 2017 at the Bruce C. VanArsdale Funeral Home, 111 No. Gaston Ave. Somerville. Interment will be private.
Donations can be made to American Heart Assoc. 1 Union St. , Suite 301, Robbinsville, NJ 08691, or the American Cancer Society, 669 Littleton Road, Parsippany, NJ 07054.To send condolences to the family, visit www.brucecvanarsdalefuneralhome.com.
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Thomas Maggio
June 9, 2025
I had only recently learned of Gary's passing and would like to share some memories. Gary and I met in tech school in NJ and we both went to Florida to attend Fort Lauderdale University in 1970. We shared an apartment toward the end of college and enjoyed our mutual technical interests even back then. Reading here that Gary was a member of the NJ Antique Radio Club and a Ham Radio operator doesn't surprise me. He was a combination of technical curiosity and skills. An example: We found a surplus electronics shop and each bought a non-working CB radio for $5 each. We enjoyed rebuilding them along with other items such as discarded lawn mower engines! The Plasma Physics Laboratory was fortunate to have such a talented person contributing to their technical support.
My sincere condolences to his wife Shari and daughters. I had first met Shari back while Gary and I were roommates and remember when they first got together. Gary was captivated by her and the rest is history. I was fortunate have known him both as a classmate and a remarkable friend.
Jack Gioia
September 4, 2023
Hard to believe it's been 6 years. I still mention you to friends at Los Alamos and the good times at PPPL.
Joe Majeski
January 4, 2018
I am so sorry to learn that Gary has passed. I worked with him at Plasma Physics Lab on the TFTR project. He was a nice person and my friend. He taught me a lot.
God Bless you Gary
Jim Amici
September 19, 2017
I had the pleasure of knowing Gary nearly thirty years due to our mutual love of old radios. He always had a good word every time I saw him at the meets and meetings. We had great conversations discussing the latest "tough dog" or acquisition. After you talked to Gary, your day always improved!!!
My heart goes out to Gary's family and his multitude of friends.
Jerry Satkofsky
September 15, 2017
I was fortunate to have the opportunity to work with Gary for over 15 years. He was a great co-worker, but, most importantly a good friend.
He will be missed by all.
My sincerest condolences to Sheri and the family. You are all in my prayers...
Alba Castano
September 14, 2017
We will miss you Linus! The teacher, the philosopher, the peace keeper, the giver of free smiles and good humor no matter how you were feeling. The family man, the glue. What am I going to do with your security blancket (your cart)? Lucy
To the family words can not express how I feel, but I know that the memories that he has left behind in each of you hearts will keep you strong. We has left a strong mark in many of us. We will always remember him.
Allen & Sonja Patterson
September 13, 2017
Allen and I have known Gary for a long time, No matter how tough the job was he would always make light of it. He will be missed .
I know that his memory will always keep you going. Staying strong for the family.
Our thoughts and prayers are with you all.
John Monaco
September 13, 2017
May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief.
David Cylinder
September 13, 2017
Gary was always great to be with whether working with him on fixing ground faults early in the morning or talking with him as he fixed a vacuum controller years ago, or more recently sharing our thoughts about our favorite airplanes. He was truly one of the nicest guys I ever met and I will miss him.
Maria Pueyo
September 13, 2017
I will miss Gary very much. He was a very kind person who was very well liked by all at PPPL. My sincere condolences to his family.
Judy B.
September 12, 2017
I'm sorry for your loss. May it comfort you to know that God will keep those who sleep in death in His memory because they are precious in His eyes. Ps. 116:15
Marilyn Hondorp
September 12, 2017
Gary was a pleasure to know. Worked with him at PPPL and he was always sharing a smile.
Art Kolupanowich
September 11, 2017
I worked with Gary for over 14 years at PPPL
He always said HI and was always willing to help
if you were in a jam. He will be missed by many.
NJARC Member
September 11, 2017
A life cut too short...
Always had a smile...
RIP Gary - You will be missed...
September 11, 2017
kristin
September 11, 2017
You are not alone during this time of sorrow and pain. May God give your family strength and comfort to help you endure this loss. As you remember your beloved one, the God of peace give you comfort and peace in every way. May you find Strength from the love and care that surrounds you and comfort in the memories that you shared. Please accept my sincere condolences. 2 Thessalonians 3:16
September 11, 2017
worked with him even back in Multitone days.
Sheri, sorry for your loss
"wookie"
September 10, 2017
Gary worked for me while I was at PPPL. He was a great Technician and good friend. Always had a smile on his face and laugh for everyone. He will be missed.
Jack Gioia
Pat Santoro
September 10, 2017
Worked with Gary ,great guy and friend .
He will be missed.
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