Carmine Napolitano
January 01, 1942 - November 29, 2020
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Carmine Napolitano, a longtime resident of Fairfield, NJ and owner of Carmines Barber Shop in Bloomfield, passed away on Sunday November 29th, 2020. He was 78. Carmine came to the United States at the age of 16 in search of the american dream. He only knew one person who helped him get started on his new life. Carmine met Lucy and they were married in October, 1963. Lucy came from a big family, 4 sisters and 2 brothers immediately Carmine became part of the family. His father-inlaw and mother-inlaw Mario and Maria Girardi adored him. He was blessed with so many family gatherings over the years. Carmine opened up his first barbershop on the south side of Bloomfield and worked there for many years. On September 11, 2001 he moved his business to the north side of Bloomfield - Broad Street. Carmine loved being around people, customers, family, friends and those who knew adored his genuine heart. His late son Frank Napolitano worked with him for many years. Carmine loved life. He loved barbecues, family dinners, horse racing, going to the casino. He recently enjoyed technology and being able to communicate with his sisters in Italy very often. He loved friends, neighbors and always made them feel special. He especially loved his grandchildren, 3 boys and 3 girls. He was blessed and had a special connection with each one. Carmine was a special person who has forever touched our lives. Carmine leaves behind his loving wife Lucy Napolitano, their children RoseAnn Kostecki and her husband Edward, Michael Napolitano, and his wife Gabrielle, and daughter in law Julie, wife of the late Frank Napolitano. Carmine also leaves behind two sisters and 6 grandchildren. Friends and family are invited to visit on Thursday, December 3rd, from 2 to 5pm, at Halpin Bitecola Brookdale Funeral Home, 1284 Broad Street in Bloomfield. A virtual vigil service will be held at 4pm on Thursday, December 3rd, 2020, and can be accessed by clicking on the photo and link below or going to https://youtu.be/r-_RhNE0d4c. A funeral mass will be held at 10 am on Friday, December 4th at St. Thomas More Church in Fairfield. Entombment will follow at Gate of Heaven Cemetery. Information on signing the digital register book can be found at the bottom of this page. Other NJ Other NJ Other NJ Visitation Thursday, December 3rd, 2020 02:00 pm - 05:00 pm Halpin - Bitecola Brookdale Funeral Home 1284 Broad St, Bloomfield NJ 07003 Mass Friday, December 4th, 2020 10:00 am - 10:45 am St. Thomas More Church 12 Hollywood Ave, Fairfield NJ 07004 Burial Friday, December 4th, 2020 11:30 am Gate of Heaven Cemetery 225 Ridgedale Ave, East Hanover NJ 07936
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Geri Macaluso
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Carmine, You were like a son to Mamma and Papa, a brother to your sister-in-laws and brother-in-laws and a dear uncle to your nieces and nephews. We will miss you but never forget you. You will always be in our hearts. God bless the Napolitano family. Rest In Peace until we meet again. <br><br><br>We love youThe Macaluso family
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Nancy Stazzone
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I have so many fun memories of Carmine growing up. I remember standing on the side runner of his VW beetle as he pulled in the driveway coming home from work on a summer night. I remember looking in the paper with the horses that were running that night at the track and Carmine would let me pick out a horse to place the bet! And I was always greeting with such a kind friendly "Hello, Nan" with a genuine smile. Carmine was a great dad, husband, and a friend. He will be missed!<br>-Nancy Stazzone
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Paul Ross
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We are so sorry for the loss of Carmine. I have been getting a haircut from Carmine since I was 16 years old and now I am 66 years old. I have very fond memories talking with Carmine throughout the years. Both of my sons have gotten their very first haircuts by Carmine. We even took a video of it and we loved when Carmine said " How nice you look." He always was kind to his customers. Our thoughts and prayers are with the Napolitano Family during this difficult time. Paul, Marianne, Philip and Paul Jr. Ross.
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Frank Roselli
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I first met Carmine in Spring 1970, I had real long hair and needed a haircut to try for South Junior HS baseball team. I had him cut my hair ever since. And even now, as I am nearly bald,, he still was great person & personality. I am sorry for The Napolitano families loss... we've all lost a wonderful man.. God Bless Carmine
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Wil
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My father started taking me to get a haircut from Carmine when I was about 6 years old. I remember the lollipops. I am now 52. Even though I moved from Bloomfield to the New Brunswick area in 1991, I always looked forward to making the trip up the parkway. Carmine always asked about my father and the travels from my job. Of course, when the shop was full (as usual) on Saturdays, I sometimes had the pleasure of getting a haircut from another good guy, his son. Unknowingly, I called the shop today to make an appointment. Rest in Peace, Carmine.
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Benji Bernstein
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Carmine was a truly remarkable person, and my two brothers, as well as my dad and I always looked forward to getting our haircuts from him since we started going to his shop about 15 years ago—when my brothers and I were just kids (I am now in my late 20s). It was amazing how well he always remembered what was going on in each of our lives, and how authentically he cared that we were all doing well. I remember always being so inspired by his stories of coming to America as a kid without knowing any English, and making a whole life for himself and his wonderful family through his hard work and determination. His unrelenting positive attitude and care for others will always stick with me. I was so saddened by the news of his passing, and am keeping Carmine and the whole Napolitano family in my thoughts and prayers.