Joseph E Martino, Sr

Message from Minerva Rosa

My thoughts and prayers to the family. RIP Mr. Martino, you have impacted many young lives.

Message from Kenny Lyons - Rahway 1978-79 Football Team Captain

Dear Martino Family, Please accept my condolences and prayers for Coach Martino. Little did I know as a freshmen when I road my bike over to Colonia to see them play a state championship against Matawan, that the man coaching Colonia would one day change my life in a great way.
Coach Martino came to Rahway only 1 year and he changed us into winning ways, not only that one year but many more.
He changed my life forever with his honest and honorable opinion to college coaches which helped me receive a 4 year NCAA scholarship, and as well changed my future in business.
I am forever grateful for him coming into my life and I thank God for crossing our paths.
My prayers for Coach and condolences to his family. May God bless you.
Kenny Lyons

A candle was lit by Kenny Lyons - Rahway 1978 Football Team on April 22, 2017 3:15 PM

Message from Thad Bunkiewicz

Rest in Peace Mr. Martino you were a great principal of Linden High School when I was there.

Message from PHILIP M.CERRIA

Joe, you and I negotiated one of the best community agreements in Woodbridge when we, you as President of the Board and I as Mayor of the Township , created the best
Senior Citizens Community Center in the municipality........namely, the EVERGREEN SENIOR CENTER ON INMAN AVE. IN COLONIA. GREAT JOB JOE..GREAT THINGS HAPPEN WHEN YOU WORK TOGETHER, AS WE DID. R.I.P. MY FRIEND, YOU ARE ALWAYS IN MY HEART......MAYOR PHIL CERRIA

A candle was lit by Mr.& Mrs.. Phil Cerria on April 21, 2017 10:58 PM

A candle was lit by Mr.& Mrs.Phil Cerria on April 21, 2017 10:46 PM

A candle was lit by FormerMayor and Mrs.Phil Cerria on April 21, 2017 10:32 PM

A candle was lit by Mayor and Mrs.Phil Cerria on April 21, 2017 10:20 PM

A candle was lit by The Lukaszewski Family on April 21, 2017 1:21 PM

A candle was lit by Karen Tanner-Oliphant on April 21, 2017 11:17 AM

A candle was lit by Keith T. Ignace - CHS Class of 1977. RIP Coach Martino on April 20, 2017 11:46 PM

A candle was lit by Keith T. Ignace CHS Class of 1977. RIP Coach Martino on April 20, 2017 11:42 PM

Message from Agnes

So sorry for your loss. Mr. Martino has made a difference in lives of many Linden High students. He was feared and loved and always, always treated people fairly. He sure will be missed. Rest in Peace!

Expression of Sympathy

A Blessings of the Earth was ordered on April 20, 2017

Message from Michael Silance CHS Class of 1970

RIP Coach you were our 1st and will always be the best.

Message from Sheri Gates

great friend!

A candle was lit by sheri gates on April 20, 2017 2:42 PM

Message from Rita Roper

I am so sorry to here about the passing of your love one. Joe was one of the good guys in Linden. He was also my son Trell Foster football coach in Linden. He was so good to my family. I will always cherish his friendship. May he rest in Heaven. .

Message from Joan and Tom Troyano

We are so sorry to hear of the death of Joseph Martino, Sr. He was a warm and caring man, and our sympathies are with the family at this sad time.
Joan and Tom Troyano

Message from Rick Rico

Known to thousands as "Coach". RIP. My condolences to your family.

A candle was lit by Tim Meckler on April 20, 2017 12:58 PM

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Lisa, Judy, Joe and family. I'm so very sorry to hear of your lose. You and your family have my sincere condolences at this hard time. Prayers to all and gods speed. Your father/grandfather was an exceptional person.

Message from Wayne & Roni Hanns

So sorry to hear about the loss of Mr. Martino. He was an amazing presence in Linden. Our prayers go out to the Martino family. God bless you! ❤❤❤😭❤❤❤

Message from Dave Costello

Mr Martino was a great man who touched many lives . My prayers to his family. Dave Costello

Message from Scott Farley

R.I.P. Mr. Martino...... You were one of the good ones and will be sorely missed. God Bless

Message from Barry Idell

My deepest condolences with thoughts and prayers to Coach Martino's family. Rest in peace, Coach.

Barry Idell
CHS '70

A candle was lit by Nancie , Brett & Colleen Borzi on April 20, 2017 10:25 AM

Message from Bill Cooke, Class of 1974.

Rest In Peace Coach Martino. Condolences to his family. Coach Martino was one of the good guys. Always treated the students with respect. Bill Cooke, Class of 1974, Colonia HS.

A candle was lit by Phonda on April 20, 2017 2:07 AM

Message from Pat Eccleston

Very sorry to read this...I remember Mr.Martino,from CHS many yrs ago. He was a nice man. Many yrs later he was one of our patients at a dental office I worked at in Linden. We spoke about CHS and had a nice conversation. It was nice to see him again. My condolences to his family, may he rest in peace.

A candle was lit by Barbara Jenkins and Family on April 20, 2017 12:09 AM

A candle was lit by Janelle Weaver Foster on April 19, 2017 11:56 PM

Message from Janelle Weaver Foster

Joe was an amazing educator and always had the best interest of his students in mind when making decisions or giving counsel. He truly helped me in ways I couldn't even comprehend at the time, and I will forever be grateful for his encouragement. He knew how to be serious and stern when the situation called for it, but he was a teddy bear and complete mush if you caught him in the right mood. His sense of humor and caring personality have left an imprint on this world that will not soon be forgotten.

A candle was lit by Leticia Alvarez❤ on April 19, 2017 9:44 PM

A candle was lit by Kim Picciano (Amon) on April 19, 2017 9:35 PM

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To the Martino Family,
My deepest condolences to you all. Your dad was my neighbor for years, and also my boss as Linden Supeeintendent. He was a warm and friendly, funny man and he was an amazing boss! I will never forget him. My thoughts and prayers,
Kim Amon (Picciano)

Expression of Sympathy

A MONET'S GARDEN TABLE BASKET was ordered on April 19, 2017

A candle was lit by 1972 Footbal Team on April 19, 2017 8:09 PM

A candle was lit by The 1972 Football on April 19, 2017 8:09 PM

A candle was lit by Michelle Kott, RIP Mr. Martino on April 19, 2017 7:48 PM

A candle was lit by Cynthia molyneaux im sadden by this news on April 19, 2017 7:22 PM

Message from Sophie & Al Velozo

Sorry for your loss. Our prayers are with you.

A candle was lit by Sophie Velozo on April 19, 2017 7:00 PM

A candle was lit by Gerri on April 19, 2017 6:02 PM

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Knew him for a short-time, he will always be remembered in my heart forever.

Gerri

Message from Daniel Gallop

My deepest condolences go out to you and your family. May God bless you all.

A candle was lit by Bob and Marcia Peters and Family on April 19, 2017 4:37 PM