John F. Armata Jr. Obituary - Visitation & Funeral Information

John F. Armata, Jr.,83, of Tinton Falls, NJ, passed peacefully at home on Friday, July 17, 2020. John was born on June 12,1937 to John F. Armata, Sr and his wife Anna of Chicopee Falls, MA. His stepmother, Domenica Armata played a huge role in John’s life. John received degrees from Norwich University (Vermont), Worcester Polytechnic University (Massachusetts), and New York University. John obtained two Masters degrees and a PhD degree in Engineering and Computer Science. After completing his education, John enlisted in the U.S. Army Signal Corps and after he was honorably discharged in 1967, he began his 45 year career as an Electronics Engineer at Fort Monmouth, NJ. Up until his death, he served in a consulting position at Cobham Industries in Eatontown, NJ. John was an avid proponent of learning and had many interests. He was a member of the Howell Environmental Committee, the Howell Zoning Board, the Howell Historical Society, the STAR Astronomy Club, the Garden State Amateur Radio Association, the Southard Grange and the Squan Beach Life Saving Station. He was an avid NASCAR fan and loved attending races at local Wall Stadium. John is survived by his loving partner of 35 years, Anne Silverman of Tinton Falls, NJ, many members of his stepfamily in Massachusetts, many members of Anne’s family who loved him dearly, and too many caring friends and colleagues to count. John was a friend and mentor to many and everyone and will be missed. Funeral mass will be held 11:00 am on Friday, July 24, 2020 at the Church of St. Anselm, 1028 Wayside Road, Tinton Falls, NJ. Entombment will be private. Donations in his memory to the John F. Armata Jr. Preservation Trust, 35 Fennec Court, Tinton Falls, NJ 07753 would be appreciated. For online condolences and directions please visit his memorial website at www.bongarzonefuneralhome.com.

John F. Armata Jr.

June 12, 1937 - July 17, 2020