Silvio Velasco Monroe Township, New Jersey Obituary

Silvio Velasco

Silvio Velasco of Monroe Township, passed away at his home on September 5, 2020 surrounded by his loving family. Silvio was born and raised in Brooklyn, New York, later moving to Staten Island living there with his wife Celia and his children until finally settling in Monroe Township in 1996. Silvio served our country in the U.S. Army reserves during the Korean War and cold war era. He was a graduate of the College of Staten Island and worked as an engineer for Honeywell Corporation until his retirement in 1991. Throughout his life, Silvio enjoyed many passions. His love of sports, his adventure for travel, his delight in Broadway shows were all very special to him. Most importantly, he loved being surrounded by family and friends. He never wanted to miss a party where he could be found singing and dancing the night away. Silvio is predeceased by his Parents, Gino and Fortunata Velasco, as well his sister, Linda DeRosa. Silvio is survived by his loving wife of sixty years, Celia along with his dear children, a son, Michael Velasco and his wife Lori of Morristown and his daughters: Celeste Velasco of New York City as well as Lisa Berntsen and her husband Ted of Staten Island. He will also be missed by his grandchildren: Haley, Michael Jr., Matthew, Carly, and Scott. Visitation will be held at the M. David DeMarco Funeral Home on September 12, 2020 at 9:30 am until 11:30 am. This will be immediately followed by a Catholic blessing at 11:30 am. Cremation will be private under the direction of the M. David DeMarco Funeral Home, 205 Rhode Hall Road, Monroe Township, NJ 08831 (732) 521-0055 Donations may be made in Silvio's honor with the following charity: National Kidney Foundation and ask that funds be directed to Camp Reynal ... a 6-day residential camp program provided by the National Kidney Foundation to provide a true summer camp experience for children with renal and urology disease. https://www.kidney.org/donation In addition, those who wish to donate, may also make checks out to “Camp Okawehna”. The mailing address is: DCI or Camp Okawehna Attention: Andy Parker 1633 Church Street, Suite 500 Nashville, TN 37203
February 3, 1933 - September 5, 202002/03/193309/05/2020
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September 11, 2020
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September 11, 2020
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September 11, 2020
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September 11, 2020
My thoughts & prayers are with you and your family. We are so sorry for your loss. May your father now rest in peace. Big Hugs

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September 10, 2020
Celia, Silvio brought so many gifts to our lives. We will never forget him. Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you.
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September 9, 2020
Our deepest sympathy to you. Sil will be missed dearly. He will be in our memories always and our prayers are with you. Love Barb, Rich & Girls
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PJ and the Capello/Leto Family
September 8, 2020
My deepest condolences for the entire Velasco family. May Silvio lay at rest, in peace.
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Joanne McCarthy
September 8, 2020
Stephen and I send our love and deepest sympathy to you all. I have many happy memories of our visits over the years. He had a huge and loving personality and we will never forget him. My Godfather Uncle Silvio, May You Rest in Peace.
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Lisa
September 8, 2020
All my love to all of you. Uncle Silvio was always the brightest light in the room. I have many wonderful memories of him and loved him very much. He will never be forgotten.
Love, Lisa (DeMartini-D'Alessio)
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Cindi,and Jack Hafler
September 8, 2020
Remembering you and" Uncle Silvio" in our minds and in our hearts always and forever. LOVE You

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Jerry Yellen
September 7, 2020
The memories of our time together 65 years ago in service to our country will never be forgotten. May you Rest In Peace
Jerry Yellen