Joseph C. Centanni

April 28, 1946 - December 9, 2020

Joseph C. Centanni, Sr., 74, of Oceanport, NJ, passed on December 9th 2020. A United States Air Force Veteran born at Riverview Medical Center. He was an ex-captain 1977 & 1991, and ex-chief 1980 & 1984 of the Oceanport Fire Department. He belonged to the Eatontown Elks where he served as Exalted Ruler 1999-2001. Joe worked at Lucent Technologies from September 1969 to March 2008 where he was a research optical device and fiber optics technician. After retiring, he worked part time for Ocean Township Recreations until September 2019. He enjoyed hunting, fishing, camping, and spending time with his “Queen”, but especially his grandchildren. He is predeceased by his father Carmine Joseph Centanni, Sr.; mother Helen Theresa Mallett; stepmother Mildred Centanni; and granddaughter Alexa Louise. He is survived by his beloved wife Linda Centanni; sons Scott and Daniele Centanni of Morganville, NJ, and Joseph and Christina Centanni, Jr. of Hazleton, PA; daughter Michelle and Paul Kuckta, Jr. of Sayreville, NJ; seven grandchildren Hunter, Rachel, Madison, Ryan, Luke, Ella, and Emily; and brothers Carmine Centanni, Jr. and Michael Centanni. As per his wishes, all services will be private. In lieu of flowers, please donate to your local VFW. For online condolences, visit Joseph’s memorial page at www.bongarzonefuneralhome.com