Sam Marino ("Pop" to his family) of North Plainfield passed away at the age of 95 on April 13, 2020. Born in Jersey City on June 5, 1924, Pop grew up and spent many years in Jersey City before moving to Scotch Plains and eventually settling in North Plainfield. He was a WWII veteran. He worked for the Jersey City Job Corps and also was a Jersey City dockworker. Later in life, he was employed as a custodian at places such as Union Catholic Regional High School in Scotch Plains, Green Brook Nursing Home, and The Chelsea at Fanwood. In his leisure time, Pop loved watching boxing and horse racing and visiting different racetracks. To call him a horse racing enthusiast would be a huge understatement.
Pop had a true gift for telling stories, especially about his years living on 7th Street in Jersey City. He remembered so many vivid details, right down to his conversations with people he encountered throughout his life. Listening to him recall days gone by was like watching a cross between an in-depth documentary and a classic Hollywood film. Whenever Pop attended family dinners, his family members expected a story or two (or three) and knew that they would learn something new. His tales were legendary. Pop had a remarkable ability to connect with people wherever he went. On more than one occasion, he would walk into an establishment and greet the employee as if they had known each other for years, which often was the case. Pop also knew his schedule really well, so much so that he would call his family members to confirm they could take him - even if the appointments were a few months down the road. Also, whenever he had food bought for him while at the nursing home, he asked that food be bought for his roommates.
Pop was predeceased by his brother, Federico; his sisters, Theresa and MaryRose; his first wife, Rosina; and his second wife, Brenda. He is survived by his loving children: Frank (Martha), Annette, and Joanne. He also is survived by his seven grandchildren: James (Kelly), Darlene (Robert), Dina, Matthew, Jason, Christopher (Lauren), and Laura (Andy). Pop was great-grandfather to Robert Jr., Jacy, Sage, Jonathan, Ashley, JP, Natasha, and Natalia; and great-great-grandfather to Lilli. He also leaves behind many cousins, nieces, and nephews - too many to list here, but all part of his extended Italian family.
Due to the coronavirus, a limited private family service will be held. Pop's family truly thanks everyone who expressed condolences via phone, text, email, and on social media. It is wonderful to see how, even with such difficult circumstances, people still come together to comfort one another.
Pop had a true gift for telling stories, especially about his years living on 7th Street in Jersey City. He remembered so many vivid details, right down to his conversations with people he encountered throughout his life. Listening to him recall days gone by was like watching a cross between an in-depth documentary and a classic Hollywood film. Whenever Pop attended family dinners, his family members expected a story or two (or three) and knew that they would learn something new. His tales were legendary. Pop had a remarkable ability to connect with people wherever he went. On more than one occasion, he would walk into an establishment and greet the employee as if they had known each other for years, which often was the case. Pop also knew his schedule really well, so much so that he would call his family members to confirm they could take him - even if the appointments were a few months down the road. Also, whenever he had food bought for him while at the nursing home, he asked that food be bought for his roommates.
Pop was predeceased by his brother, Federico; his sisters, Theresa and MaryRose; his first wife, Rosina; and his second wife, Brenda. He is survived by his loving children: Frank (Martha), Annette, and Joanne. He also is survived by his seven grandchildren: James (Kelly), Darlene (Robert), Dina, Matthew, Jason, Christopher (Lauren), and Laura (Andy). Pop was great-grandfather to Robert Jr., Jacy, Sage, Jonathan, Ashley, JP, Natasha, and Natalia; and great-great-grandfather to Lilli. He also leaves behind many cousins, nieces, and nephews - too many to list here, but all part of his extended Italian family.
Due to the coronavirus, a limited private family service will be held. Pop's family truly thanks everyone who expressed condolences via phone, text, email, and on social media. It is wonderful to see how, even with such difficult circumstances, people still come together to comfort one another.
Sam Marino ("Pop" to his family) of North Plainfield passed away at the age of 95 on April 13, 2020. Born in Jersey City on June 5, 1924, Pop grew up and spent many years in Jersey City before moving to Scotch Plains and eventually settling in North Plainfield. He was a WWII veteran. He worked for the Jersey City Job Corps and also was a Jersey City dockworker. Later in life, he was employed as a custodian at places such as Union Catholic Regional High School in Scotch Plains, Green Brook Nursing Home, and The Chelsea at Fanwood. In his leisure time, Pop loved watching boxing and horse racing and visiting different racetracks. To call him a horse racing enthusiast would be a huge understatement.
Pop had a true gift for telling stories, especially about his years living on 7th Street in Jersey City. He remembered so many vivid details, right down to his conversations with people he encountered throughout his life. Listening to him recall days gone by was like watching a cross between an in-depth documentary and a classic Hollywood film. Whenever Pop attended family dinners, his family members expected a story or two (or three) and knew that they would learn something new. His tales were legendary. Pop had a remarkable ability to connect with people wherever he went. On more than one occasion, he would walk into an establishment and greet the employee as if they had known each other for years, which often was the case. Pop also knew his schedule really well, so much so that he would call his family members to confirm they could take him - even if the appointments were a few months down the road. Also, whenever he had food bought for him while at the nursing home, he asked that food be bought for his roommates.
Pop was predeceased by his brother, Federico; his sisters, Theresa and MaryRose; his first wife, Rosina; and his second wife, Brenda. He is survived by his loving children: Frank (Martha), Annette, and Joanne. He also is survived by his seven grandchildren: James (Kelly), Darlene (Robert), Dina, Matthew, Jason, Christopher (Lauren), and Laura (Andy). Pop was great-grandfather to Robert Jr., Jacy, Sage, Jonathan, Ashley, JP, Natasha, and Natalia; and great-great-grandfather to Lilli. He also leaves behind many cousins, nieces, and nephews - too many to list here, but all part of his extended Italian family.
Due to the coronavirus, a limited private family service will be held. Pop's family truly thanks everyone who expressed condolences via phone, text, email, and on social media. It is wonderful to see how, even with such difficult circumstances, people still come together to comfort one another.
Pop had a true gift for telling stories, especially about his years living on 7th Street in Jersey City. He remembered so many vivid details, right down to his conversations with people he encountered throughout his life. Listening to him recall days gone by was like watching a cross between an in-depth documentary and a classic Hollywood film. Whenever Pop attended family dinners, his family members expected a story or two (or three) and knew that they would learn something new. His tales were legendary. Pop had a remarkable ability to connect with people wherever he went. On more than one occasion, he would walk into an establishment and greet the employee as if they had known each other for years, which often was the case. Pop also knew his schedule really well, so much so that he would call his family members to confirm they could take him - even if the appointments were a few months down the road. Also, whenever he had food bought for him while at the nursing home, he asked that food be bought for his roommates.
Pop was predeceased by his brother, Federico; his sisters, Theresa and MaryRose; his first wife, Rosina; and his second wife, Brenda. He is survived by his loving children: Frank (Martha), Annette, and Joanne. He also is survived by his seven grandchildren: James (Kelly), Darlene (Robert), Dina, Matthew, Jason, Christopher (Lauren), and Laura (Andy). Pop was great-grandfather to Robert Jr., Jacy, Sage, Jonathan, Ashley, JP, Natasha, and Natalia; and great-great-grandfather to Lilli. He also leaves behind many cousins, nieces, and nephews - too many to list here, but all part of his extended Italian family.
Due to the coronavirus, a limited private family service will be held. Pop's family truly thanks everyone who expressed condolences via phone, text, email, and on social media. It is wonderful to see how, even with such difficult circumstances, people still come together to comfort one another.
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