David Silletti Obituary
David met his wife of 24 years, Jessica (Nappi), while coaching the Belleville High School Crew Team and were married on February 9, 2001. They had three children together, two sons Brett Silletti (22), Luke Silletti (20), and a daughter Morgan Silletti (17).
David enjoyed spending time with his family and friends. His favorite times were spent in Key West, fishing, boating, watching wrestling tournaments, traveling cross country with his son Luke, attending daddy / daughter dances, couching crew and wrestling, as well as dinners with family, friends and fire fighters.
He was predeceased by his father Luca Silletti. He is survived by his mother Patricia Silletti of Belleville and brothers Micheal Silletti his wife Nicole of Clifton NJ, Luke Silletti and his wife Leanne of Fairfield NJ, Jason Silletti and his wife Toni of Cedar Grove, NJ. Also survived by his in-laws Allen and Judith Nappi of Forked River, NJ, Jarod and Holly Nappi of West Orange, NJ, as well as many nieces and nephews; Gabriella Silletti (his God-Daughter), Jason Jr. Silletti (JJ), Jack Silletti, Lucia Silletti, Gianna Silletti, and Christopher Giordano.
A celebration of life will be held on Friday March 21, 2025, at the Chandelier 340 Franklin Avenue in Belleville NJ from 2PM to 6PM. In lieu of flowers the family requests donations be made to The David Anthony Silletti Foundation (503C status is pending). Foundation was established in David's name for Neuroscience Research and Outreach Services. The David Anthony Silletti Foundation 464 Penn Ave. N. Forked River NJ 08731. Or a donation to any organization of your choice.
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Tom Kane
October 7, 2025
Thoughts and prayers to the Silletti family. I am very sorry for your loss.
Patrick Dowling
April 8, 2025
To the Siletti family,
I was so saddened to hear of Dave´s passing. We coached football together at Belleville High School and I last saw Dave at a youth basketball tournament in Lacey about 10 years ago with that great smirk of his and it was like we saw each other everyday. Please accept my condolences and know he was truly loved and was a great man and person!
Love always
Patrick Dowling
Leigh Ann Roach
March 25, 2025
So deeply sorry for your family Jess, may you find peace in your memories and comfort from your friends and loved ones.
Anthony Pooch
March 23, 2025
To my friend and brother
There are no words to describe and express how heartbroken I am.
Most of my great memories and great times through our 45 years of friendship you were a part of.
You will truly be missed but never forgotten
Until next time my dear friend you will be in my heart forever
Pooch
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Joseph Nisivoccia
March 20, 2025
My condolence on the passing of David Silletti, and to his Family. He was a great person, student and wrestler on the Belleville HS Wrestling Team in the early to mid-1980's. I am honored to have known such a fine Gentleman. R.I.P. my friend.
Coach Nis
Maureen Tirella
March 20, 2025
What a wonderful neighbor and person. Always a smile and a kind word . We appreciate all you have done for Lacey Township. You will be deeply missed.
Michael Ryan
March 19, 2025
My thoughts and prayers go out to the Silletti family. Dave was a great man. He was a caring Dad and worked hard for the kids that he coached and advocated for as a Board member in Lacey. He would often share funny stories of how his kids were doing, and even had me keep tabs on Morgan and watch out for those middle school boys lol. Though his time here on earth was short, he definitely left a lasting impact. Rest in Peace Dave.
Min Tsai
March 19, 2025
Rest in peace Coach and condolences to the Silletti family. I will fondly remember him being one of the most generous people in my life. His mentorship was greatly appreciated.
Barbara Rosania
March 19, 2025
Heaven has gained another beautiful Angel may you Rest In Peace Dave.
To the Silletti family may you cherish all the beautiful memories you shared and I will keep all of you in my thoughts and prayers at this difficult time.
Chris Paladino
March 19, 2025
Condolences to the family Dave was a good man
Luke Silletti
March 18, 2025
They say God doesn't make mistakes and everything is done for a reason, well he got this one wrong. They say he takes the good ones early they're right about that because He took one of the best. I will always cherish the memories we had growing up and would do anything to make more but unfortunately God had other plans. You'll be truly missed and look forward to making memories on the other side but until that day we meet again rest easy brother. Luke
Steven Reilly
March 18, 2025
My thoughts are with Dave's family and to share with them what a blessing Dave was. I got to know Dave playing football, I was younger but he was one of the guys that made life, whatever it was, wonderful. I'm sorry for your loss.
Gary Carfagno
March 18, 2025
Dave you always had a smile on your face. It was impossible to say hi to you wo/ mentioning how´s Luke, Big J or Michael...if they weren´t with you. May u rest in peace & god bless your family.
Lynn Russo
March 18, 2025
Dave you will always be remembered for your kind hearted ways. You always made everyone around you feel loved. There are no words to say to make this sorrow go away but somehow someway you will let all know especially your family your around them. Rest in Peace Dave. Fly high.
Debbie Pravata
March 18, 2025
May you rest easy Dave, you were one of the kindest, soft spoken person I knew. I will cherish all the memories of you growing up driving you home from football practice as a kid and all the shore times we spent. Fly high with the angels my friend. Sending prayers to the entire Silletti Family
Leslie LaVenuta
March 18, 2025
Hoping these words provide you and family, friends with peace and during this time of sorrow.
We will always remember you.
Leslie (Heckle) LaVenuta & J.R. DiVincenzo (Class of 1986)
Thomas J Grande
March 18, 2025
RIP Brother
Mark Palumbo
March 18, 2025
Jess, Brett, Luke and Morgan
Words cannot express how special Dave was to me and all he met. 47 years ago I met a friend who became my brother. We were just scratching the surface of the next chapter of our lives. I will miss him rolling up on his bike and hearing "Yo" as he comes through the gate in the morning.
God Bless You
We love you
Mark and Margie
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