Obituary of Thomas J Rotella

Rotella, Thomas J. age 95 of Lake Hopatcong at rest in Morristown on September 30, 2014. Born in Clifton, he lived in Paterson, then Saddle River for 45 years, then Deer Park, NY for 15 years before moving to Lake Hopatcong 5 years ago. He was a Research Model Maker for Singer-Kearfott, West Paterson for many years before retiring in 1985. Mr. Rotella was an avid gardener and fisherman, who enjoyed the Jersey shore. He was a true family man. He was a World War II Army Air Force veteran. Beloved husband of the late Mary (nee Beckler) Rotella (2009). Loving father of Thomas V. Rotella and his wife Elaine of Lake Hopatcong and Kenneth L. Rotella and his wife Patti of Durham, NC. Devoted grandfather of Donna Givens, M.D., Maria Rotella, Psy.D., Christine Smith, Megan Rotella and Thomas J. Rotella. Caring Great Grandfather of Eve Smith, Colton Smith, Lena Givens, Ruth Givens and Jacob Rotella. He is predeceased by three brothers. Survivors include several nieces and nephews. Visitation will be Friday from 4:00 PM – 8:00 PM with funeral services at 7:30 PM. There will be a brief service on Saturday at 10:00 AM at the funeral home prior to departing for the entombment at Calvary Cemetery, Paterson. In lieu of flowers, donations to the Disabled American Veterans, P.O. Box 14301, Cincinnati, Ohio 45250-0301 would be appreciated. For more information, go to www.festamemorial.com.