José Nogueiras

José Nogueiras Martinez, age 69, of New Vernon, New Jersey, passed away peacefully in his home in the arms of those he loved, on September 4 ^th , 2017.  José was born on April 1 ^st , 1948, in Celanova-Ourense, Spain to Sergio and Dolores Nogueiras.  At 17, he came to the United Stated with his parents and three sisters to pursue the American dream.  He married his life’s love, Neir Taboada, at age 26, and soon after completed his family with the births of their daughter, Sandra and son, George.

José started and owned several businesses in Newark, New Jersey, including Newark Motor and Export Corp and Newark Equipment Sales Corp. He took pride in being a member and supporter of his community.  He was actively involved in many organizations committed to rebuilding and improving the Newark community.

José’s dedication to and love for his family were immeasurable. He is survived by his loving wife Neir, two children Sandra and George, children in-law David Caruso and Kristhina Nogueiras, and four grandchildren, Jack, Ella, Ethan, and Lyla.  He is also survived by his loving mother, Dolores, three adoring sisters, Concepción Dominguez, Maria Del Carmen Juegen, and Aida Gomes, brother and sister-in laws, and many nieces and nephews.

He was loved and respected by all who knew him and will be greatly missed.

Visitation will take place between 3-8PM at Galante Funeral Home, 2800 Morris Ave. Union, NJ on Thursday September 7 ^th . Funeral services will be held at the Church of Christ the King in New Vernon, NJ on Friday September 8 at 11 AM. Entombment will follow at St. Teresa Cemetery in Summit.