Joseph T Pastore

Joseph T. Pastore, 65, of Manasquan, NJ, passed away peacefully surrounded by his loving family, on December 10, 2025. Joseph was born in Paterson, NJ and was raised in Clifton, NJ. He was employed with the Sheraton and Ramada as a food and beverage manager. Growing up, he and his family always summered at their family's summer house in Manasquan. Joseph eventually moved to Manasquan 30 years ago. He had a love for dancing and cooking , going to Countdown at the Osprey, and preferred Dewar's on the rocks in a glass with a tall straw. Most importantly, Joseph was fondly remembered by friends and family as never being down on himself and always moving forward with a grateful attitude.

Joseph was predeceased by his father, Frank Pastore, and brother, Louis Pastore. Joseph is survived by his mother Bernadette Pastore, brother Frank Pastore and sister Grace Pastore.

Family and friends are invited to attend a visitation at Orender Family Home for Funerals, 2643 Old Bridge Rd, Manasquan, NJ 08736, on Wednesday, December 17, 2025, from 1pm-4pm. A funeral mass will be held on Thursday, December 18, 2025 at 10am at St. Denis Roman Catholic Church, 90 Union Ave, Manasquan, NJ 08736. To send condolences to the family, please visit www.orenderfamilyhome.net