Mario Velardi

With heartfelt condolences

Mario was always so sweet, gentle, kind, and fun. My early memories are of Mario hanging bananas on the banana tree in the Shop Rite on Broughton Avenue back in the 1960's. Mario was usually singing or whistling a tune, and would always stop and inquire about the current activities in our little lives, then regale a story that related to that situation. While living on Pettit Street, Mario would make sure I was safe as I navigated my way from Broughton Avenue to Mill Street. There were times, decades later, when he was older, that I was able to ensure Mario's safety; navigating his steps, and inquire of the goings-on of his days. And, yes, Mario was quite the charmer. He will dearly missed. May he rest in peace.

With heartfelt condolences. May you rest in peace.

The West Coast Family will keep you in our hearts. Donna, Derek, Brook, & Maddie Lutz Patty, Joey, & Charlotte Mayer

You were just 19 when I was born, yet you treated me like your little sister, despite being my uncle. You affectionately called me, Don-Don, and you’ve always been my favorite. When my dad‘s job moved our family to San Diego, you and Aunt Grace made sure we remained a part of each other‘s lives. There were countless trips between San Diego and Bloomfield, and on a special trip, you took me to the Playboy club in New York for my 21st birthday. Those who truly know you wouldn’t be surprised! For 73 years, we’ve stayed close and you never forgot to ask about my son, Derek and my two granddaughters…always sending them your love. We were always there for each other good times and bad. So rest peacefully and when we meet again, we will party like never before! Your signature color has always been red so we chose the spray of red flowers. All my love, Donna (Don-Don)