SAMUEL NOTTO

NOTTO, SAMUEL 92 - of Brigantine, Born in Philadelphia, PA, son of the late Mary (Trolio) and Philip Notto. He died peacefully at home with his wife, Violet, by his side. Sam was a proud member of the U.A. of Plumbers, local 690. He was a member of St. Rita of Cascia's Church in South Philadelphia, a member of the Holy Name Society, a Scout Master and Round Table Commissioner who found the boys' Drum and Bugle Corps for the bicentennial celebration. He was an honored recipient of the order of the Four Chaplains, the Silver Beaver and the St George medal, the highest awards in scouting. He built his family's vacation home in Brigantine which became his residence upon retirement. Sam and Violet became active volunteers at St Thomas' Church in Brigantine. He was a member of the Sons of Italy lodge # 2520 and received the President's Award. Sam loved to fish, golf, and bowl, and he bowled a perfect game at the age of 87. Throughout his life, he generously opened his home to all family members and friends. He is survived by his wife of over 70 years, his children; Philip (Patricia), Arlene Harper (Jim), Mary Ann Branca (Richard), Linda Stulz (Joe), and Deborah Jean Carchidi (Anthony), eleven grandchildren and twelve great-grandchildren, four sisters-in-law, two brothers-in-law, loving nieces, nephews, cousins and many dear friends. He was pre-deceased by his brother Nicholas and his sisters Rita and Nancy. The family would like to acknowledge all the family, friends and healthcare workers who assisted them during Sam's illness and gave much love, support and comfort during this time. Family and friends may visit on Sunday, September 26th from 4 to 8 PM at Keates-Plum Funeral Home, 3112 Brigantine Ave, Brigantine, NJ. A mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated Monday, September 27th, 10:30am, preceded by a viewing 9:30 am at St Thomas RC Church 331 8th Street South, Brigantine, NJ. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Southern NJ Chapter of the Boy Scouts of America, 4468 S Main St., Millville, NJ 08332 www.snjscouting.org Or the South Jersey Cancer Fund, PO Box 1084, Brigantine, NJ 08203