OBITUARY -- Rocco A. Racaniello Jr.

 Rocco Anthony Racaniello Jr., 68, of West Orange NJ was called home to be with the Lord on January 13, 2012.
   Born in Orange NJ, Mr. Racaniello moved to West Orange where he raised his family and remained a resident for the past 50 years.
    He was a retired Clerk at the US Postal Service and was also employed for 10 years as a Custodian with the West Orange Board of Education.
    Hundreds of friends and family members paid their respects during a heartfelt wake at the Dangler Funeral Home on Sunday January 15th. In addition, a beautiful Funeral Mass was held at Our Lady of Lourdes Church on Monday January 16th. 
    He was the loving son of Mable Racaniello, devoted father of Joseph (wife Diane), Patrick (wife Barbie) and Rocco (wife Jeannie); cherished grandfather of Michael, Lauren, Joseph, Anthony, Brianna, Sean-Patrick and Amanda Louise; caring brother of Patrick Racaniello and Geraldine Kaldzuk. He is also survived by his former wife and beloved friend Elaine Racaniello.
    The lasting memory and celebration of his life will rest in the hearts and souls of everyone who knew him, especially those who loved him dearly. Furthermore, the Racaniello Family would like to extend their deepest gratitude towards every person who blessed them with expressions of support and condolences, for these offerings of compassion have truly comforted them throughout this difficult time.