Michele Pugliese

Michele Pugliese of Edison passed on March 22, 2022

Husband of Vincenza nee Pontoriero

Father of Francesco, Domenica Pugliese her husband Omar Gonzalez, Rose Schaffer her husband Brian and Patricia Pugliese and her husband Deni Llambiri

Brother of Rosa Pontoriero, Angelina Pugliese and Lola Comerci

Grandfather of Michael, Andrew, Isabella, Nicholas, Luke, Maia, Adrian

Born and raised in Spilinga Italy, he arrived in the United States in 1967 and lived in Kenilworth before moving to Edison.

Michele was a foreman for 35 years with Ulrich Copper in Kenilworth before his retirement.

His fondest past time was maintaining his backyard garden and most of all spending time with his grandchildren.

Visitation is at the Galante Funeral Home 2800 Morris Ave Union on Friday from 4-8 PM, with a wake service at 7PM.

Interment will take place in Italy

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to St. Jude Research Hospital and America Cancer Society, (please see below)