David Scarpa Sr

David Scarpa Sr obituary, Vineland, NJ

David Scarpa Sr

David Scarpa Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by Rone Funeral Service - Vineland on Jan. 20, 2024.

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David Gabriel Scarpa Sr., a retired Vineland police officer, passed away peacefully on January 19, 2024 at the age of 75. Dave lived his life to the absolute fullest. He enjoyed going to concerts, playing pool, chess, and other fun extracurricular activities - especially with his lifelong friend, Tony. Dave was a character who was authentically himself in every circumstance and setting. What Dave loved more than anything was his circle of loved ones, especially the kids. Being a big kid himself, Dave knew how to love the little ones fiercely.
Dave fought Leukemia with the same intensity that he lived his life. While it wasn't an easy road, he in no way let his diagnosis slow him down. The Cavagnaro holidays and family will never be quite the same without our beloved, crazy Dave.
David is survived by his wife Helen (Velazquez), his granddaughter Ashley (Zielinski) Rudy (Chris), his Brother Robert Scarpa (Donna), his sisters Kathy Wargo (David) and Theresa Satterly (Dale) and his adopted sons/caregivers Mark Cavagnaro (Trisha) and Christian Gropper. David was predeceased by his beloved mother Jeanne Nightlinger
Burial in Rose Hill Cemetery will be private.
ARRANGEMENTS are under the supervision of Rone Funeral Service, 1110 East Chestnut Avenue, Vineland, NJ 08360
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January 23, 2024

Joan Shaw posted to the memorial.

January 21, 2024

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January 21, 2024

Frank and cousin Marie ( Scarpa ) Mazzoni posted to the memorial.

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Joan Shaw

January 23, 2024

My heartfelt condolences to all of Dave´s family. I worked with Dave (back in the day) from 1969 - 1981. We were both on Lt Riccio´s shift at the Police Dept. Dave was an easy-going great guy. I´m sure he will be missed. May he rest in eternal peace. Joan Shaw

Michael John Panzino Iii

January 21, 2024

I remember being a kid and when everybody gathered at Aunt Barbara and Uncle Doug's big house that now Aunt Diane and Uncle George live in he would come there and pop out his two fake teeth like a vampire

Frank and cousin Marie ( Scarpa ) Mazzoni

January 21, 2024

Cousin with Dave

John Fresne

January 21, 2024

Dave and I worked together in the 70´s as law enforcement officers and had many good experiences along with some bad ones. R.I.P.

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