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Michael A. Caggiano Sr. Montclair funeral director, active in civic and religious organizations, 72 Michael A. Caggiano Sr., 72, of Montclair, N.J., and Naples, Fla., died suddenly on May 27, 2016. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Wednesday at 10:30 a.m. at Our Lady of Mount Carmel Church, 94 Pine St., Montclair, with an interment at Mount Hebron Cemetery in Upper Montclair, N.J. Visiting will be today (Monday) from 4 to 7 p.m., and Tuesday from 4 to 8 p.m. at Caggiano Memorial, 62 Grove St., Montclair, caggianomemorial.com. Michael was born and raised in Montclair, and was the manager and owner of Caggiano Memorial Home for Funerals in Montclair for 47 years. He was a member of the Saint Sebastian Society of Montclair, The Holy Name Society of Our Lady of Mount Carmel in Montclair, Cooley's Anemia Foundation, The Kiwanis Club of Montclair, The Lions Club of Montclair, The 100 Club of Montclair, Sons of Italy, The Columbian Foundation, The United Way of Montclair, The Will-Glen Social Club, The Glen Ridge Country Club, The Montclair Beach Club, The Naples Lakes Country Club, a founding member of the Patsy J. Caggiano Scholarship Fund, founding member of The Cystinosis Foundation, a supporter of The St. Vito's Society of Montclair, and a founding member of Verona UNICO. He also served in the U.S. Army Reserve. Michael is survived by his wife of 49 years, Mary Jo (nee Toglia); his children, P.J. Caggiano and his wife Michele, Michael Jr. and his wife Jeannie; his siblings, Patricia J. Meyers and her husband Bob, Margaret Mary Ruccio and her husband Stephen, Patsy J. Caggiano Jr. and his wife Carolyn; his grandchildren, Christopher, Michael III, Maria Rose, and Sophia; his brother-in-law, Bobby Toglia and his wife Sandy of Saugus, Mass., and many nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by his parents, Patsy J. and Margaret P. (nee Intile) Caggiano, and his brother-in-law, Michael Toglia. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations to the Hemophilia Association of New Jersey, 197 Rt. 18 South, Suite 206 North, East Brunswick, N.J. 08816, www.hanj.org, would be appreciated.
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Chris Weimar
I knew Mike from when we were in 4th grade or so. Remember playing handball with him and some of his classmates in the playground at Immaculate Conception and St. Cassian's. Mike's family was a big part of the community for as long as they have been in town. Rest in peace old friend!
Noreen Pignatiello (Treat)
So sad to hear of Michael's passing. I will always remember his genuine caring and kindness. My thoughts go out to his family.
Patty Brownlee (Cina)
I went all through high school with Michael. He used to sit next to me in typing class (what fun). As our lives moved on, sadly, the only times I saw Michael were when his services were needed to bury a family member. He was always professional and helpful, while still being a friend. Now it's time for us to say good-bye to him. Loved you, Michael. You will be missed. Condolences to all his family.
Barry Abell (Dunbar Abell)
Michael was a friend with a great smile to everone. I can say I don't know anybody who didn't like him. May the Lord comfort your family.
Barry
Marcia Rutan (Joyce)
What a loss knowing you are no longer a part of class of 1961 and a friend to so many. We were at Grove Street School from kindergarten and together until graduation.
When my husband Chuck Joyce died in 1991, you made my life a lot easier when I chose Caggiano Funeral Home to guide me through such a difficult time. YOu will certainly be missed.
Marcia Joyce
Donna Littlefield (Grieves)
Michael was always a wonderful caring person. In high school you kept us smiling and helped so many of us through very difficult times as life moved on. May all our memories help us and your family fill our sadness and know you are smiling down on us. Donna and Pete(long time childhood friends)
Grace Scarano-Messineo (Messineo)
Michael, my dear loving friend, you were always a great guy and so loving and giving. We were friends for so long and I will never forget you. I will pray for peace for your family in this time of need.
Elaine Johnson (Fiveland)
Michael was always such a pleasant and friendly guy. The Montclair community has lost a person who took care of so many when they had lost their loved ones, always with care and dignity. He will be mourned and missed by many.
Nick Bikoff
Seems like only yesterday that we were kids in school and now a lifetime has passed. Rest in Peace Mike
Sandra Lang
Michael was the BEST.......always willing to help in any situation. He was dedicated to his hometown; I have fond memories of local political campaigns where he would give his time and support. As time went on, we often talked about our fondness for the West coast of Florida May God grant his family comffort during this time.