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Andrew Calcagno Obituary
Westfield - Calcagno, Andrew John, 54, of Westfield.
It is with great sadness that the family of Andrew John Calcagno, Attorney at Law announce his sudden passing on Monday, May 20, 2019.
Raised in Staten Island, NY and a resident of Westfield, NJ for over 20 years, Andrew was the cherished husband of beloved wife Regina (nee Bagli) of 23 years and devoted father of Nicholas, Laura Jean, and James.
He was a leading personal injury lawyer in the tri-state area, having won numerous multi-million-dollar awards. Mr. Calcagno also dedicated countless hours of his time pro bono for the victims of 9/11. As a result of his devotion to the victims of 9/11, Mr. Calcagno is listed as a "hero" in a book published by Trial Lawyers Care ("TLC").
He was the son of John and the late Marie (nee Divito, 2006) and brother of Donna Aiello, Andrea Contessa, and the late Lawrence (2017). His extended family includes 20 brother and sister in-laws and 29 nieces and nephews. He was a respected boss and a friend to countless many. Family and traditions were most precious to Andrew as he opened his life and home with the utmost of generosity and charm.
He graduated summa cum laude from St. John's University and was among the top in his class at Hofstra University School of Law. Mr. Calcagno was admitted to practice law in New York, New Jersey, Pennsylvania, and the District of Columbia.
In 1997, Andrew formed Calcagno & Associates, a leading personal injury trial law firm with offices in New Jersey and New York. Over the past 25 years, Andrew won numerous verdicts and settlements on behalf of his clients. Many of his cases attracted media attention in The New York Times, New York Daily News, New York Law Journal, Staten Island Advance, The Star Ledger, The Bergen Record, New Jersey Law Journal, New Jersey Verdict Search, and National Verdict Search, as well as broadcast segments on Channel 4 NBC News, Channel 12 News, CN8 News, and 101.5 FM Radio.
Mr. Calcagno has been named to Thomson Reuters New Jersey Super Lawyers list in the area of Personal Injury for five (5) consecutive years. He published a number of articles on the law for the American Trial Lawyers Associates
Friends and family will be received on Tuesday, May 28th from 4-8 PM at Dooley Colonial Funeral Home, 556 Westfield Ave, Westfield. A Funeral Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Wednesday at 10:00 AM at Holy Trinity Roman Catholic Church, 315 First Street, Westfield. ALL MEET AT CHURCH. Cremation and burial will be private.
In lieu of flowers donations may be made to Salesian Sister's Development, 659 Belmont Avenue, North Haledon, NJ 07508, 973-904-0102.
Funeral arrangements entrusted to Manke Memorial, Paterson and Dooley Colonial Funeral Home, Westfield. Please visit Andrew's tribute pages at www.mankememorial.com and www.dooleycolonialfuneralhome.com
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Dave Mahalick
May 17, 2023
Andrew, your prayer card remains taped to my computers and home and at work. You were funny, vivacious, a dedicated family and a faithful husband to Regina. Not a day goes by that I think of our various escapades and endeavors. You are a dearly missed friend in this world. I look forward to serving with you in the next. Please put in a good word for me. Love you always. Dave
Stevana Holmes
July 20, 2019
My condolences and prayers goes out to your family. I am so sorry for your loss he was a great man and it was an honor to have met him
Maria Cruz
July 17, 2019
I found out today....my condolences to his fam..
Frank Conti
June 13, 2019
I just found out today. My condolences to the family. I went to High School with Andrew. RIP with the Angels above.
Frank Conti
Jo-Ann Pellittere
June 8, 2019
In loving memory for a man larger than life itself. God Bless Regina, his children, his dad and his amazing staff. Gone too soon my friend, going to miss you...❤
June 7, 2019
Regina,Nicholas, Laura, Jean, and James-my deepest condolences. As you know, Andrew was one of my dearest friends and he will be sorely missed (except on the golf course, where he would tell long stories in the tee box and repeatedly try to hit missed balls). That said, he will always have a place in the hearts of those that knew him.
Dr. Dave Catfish Mahalick
Stephen Leibowitz
May 30, 2019
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May 29, 2019
We were so saddened to hear of Andrew's passing this past week. Andrew was our co-counsel in a case out here in Colorado over the last 18 months and both Mike O'Connell and I wish to express our deepest sympathies to Andrew's family and to the wonderful people at his firm, particularly his partner Glenn Farrell and his long time paralegal Lori Kalinowski, both of whom, in addition to Andrew, were instrumental in reaching a good result in our case together.
On a personal note, I am happy my husband and I got to meet Andrew in last summer in June 2018. We had a wonderful morning at the Calcagno firm and Andrew made us laugh and of course made me want to work with him on more than just our one case together. He was generous to a fault, inviting us to his house and making plans to spend more time together this coming summer. My heart goes out to his whole extended family. Andrew, may you rest in peace, you are already so missed. You were a wonderful attorney to be sure but so much more than that; you were a wonderful human being.
Carrie Tilton
May 28, 2019
My deepest condolences go out to the family, I had the pleasure of meeting him a few times as he was working my case for me and he was nothing but awesome, he had a great personality and sense of humor, may he rest easy and watch over his family like he always has....
Ralph De Bellonia
May 28, 2019
Our Heartfelt condolences to the Calcagno family,
Andrew you were a giant among us, with an even bigger heart. You will be missed dearly, may you Rest in Peace and continue to watch over your family.
you shall never be forgotten.
Ralph De Bellonia & Family
May 28, 2019
My sincere condolences to the family and friends at this time of deep pain and sorrow. Andrew was many things but he stood out most for his sense of humor and happiness.The loss of Andrew is felt by many. May the memories of his wonderful personality and many contributions be celebrated by all.
Bianca F.
May 27, 2019
My sincere condolances to the family and friends at this time of deep pain and sorrow. May you draw close to each other and God and while no words can take away your pain, I truly hope expressions of sympathy from others let you know you are in our thoughts. Soon, all death and sorrow will be gone.
Cheryl
Cassandra Richey
May 27, 2019
My heartfelt condolences go out to Andrew's wife, children and his beloved dog. Andrew had a personality warm and God given, he lit up any room he walked in, no one was a stranger to him. Andrew was a professional and knowledgeable lawyer who put over 100% percent of himself into his services. Rest in the arms of our Heavenly Father, Andrew, your passing deeply saddens me, I guess Father God needed you by his side more.
G. Freeman
May 26, 2019
It can be so hard to face the first year without your loved one, but the love of family and friends can carry you through.
May 26, 2019
may the God of all comfort be with the family in this time of sorrow James 4 verse 8
Stu Burke
May 26, 2019
Sorry for your loss
Sylvia
May 24, 2019
My heartfelt condolences to your family. May the God who binds up the broken hearted and comforts all who mourn sustain your family. Isaiah 61:1,2 Please take comfort in John 6:40 by looking forward to Jesus promise of seeing our loved ones again.
Mary Saul-Enia
May 23, 2019
Andrew I'm so shocked to hear you left this world but hopefully entered the world of eternal peace.My condolences go to your family and mostly your childrenYour memories will stay forever in their hearts as your wife sister Andrea we know and extended family No words can say or express how sorry I am for all of you God bless you all
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