Christopher Zascone

Christopher Zascone

Christopher "Criss" Zascone recently resided for the past 8 yrs in East Hanover, and lived in northern Jersey where he had made his home for over 10 yrs. He originally hails from Brick NJ where he as a teenager & young adult along with his Father Tony, ran a very successful family business and hobby shop catering to model train collectors & enthusiasts -The Train Depot - before breaking out on his own as a drummer. Criss was a tremendously talented musician. He performed professionally as a Rock drummer, musician, and band member in several established NJ Bar Bands over the past 30 years. Criss's career as an outstanding home & auto - Audio  Technician producing meticulous, innovative & superb sound using state of the art equipment began at an early age. As a new driver of just 18 he got the bug after winning the 1st place trophy in a local Car Audio contest for sound & installation. He went on to win many more and became a seasoned expert in this field. For over 20 years Criss owned and raced a 1988 limited edition Buick Grand National with custom modifications exhibiting the driving & mechanical skills of a true professional.  Criss's life's passions were his music and cars.
Over his short 49 years, Criss had also exhibited tremendous willpower & strength in facing some of life's most difficult  & heartbreaking challenges. He was a dear, kind, & sensitive true friend, boyfriend, neighbor,  and beloved brother whose life was shortened when he suffered a pulmonary embolism on April 15th. He leaves behind a sister, 2 brothers, a niece, nephew and grand niece. Criss's family & friends will miss his wry sense of humor, quick wit, gentle nature and willingness to help others.

The funeral will be from the Galante Funeral Home 54 Roseland Avenue in Caldwell on Wednesday 10:30 am. The funeral mass will be at St Aloysius Church in Caldwell at 11 am. Cremation will be private. Visitation will be on Wednesday  from 9 am -10:30 am