Anthony Robert Coletta, lifelong business owner of Scenic Paving, and family man, passed away Friday August 18, 2023 in Hackettstown, NJ. He was 72.
“Bob” to those who knew him was born December 23, 1950 in Elizabeth, NJ. He spent his childhood and teenage years growing up and attending school in New Providence.
He briefly went into business with his Uncle Allen, before branching off on his own. He, his wife Patricia and young son Ross moved to Long Valley. There he started his paving business, Scenic Paving, that he would eventually share with his son. A few years later they welcomed their second child, their daughter Brooke.
His love for the outdoors was visible through the years. From motorcycles, snowmobiles, and eventually his forever love…. Alaska.
Anthony “Bob” is survived by his loving wife of 53 years, Patricia Coletta. His son Ross and wife Lauren. His daughter Brooke. And his three beautiful grandchildren, that he loved beyond words, Kyle, Kendra, and Anthony.
All services are private at the request of the family. Funeral arrangements have been entrusted to Cochran Funeral Home, 905 High Street, Hackettstown NJ 07840. Those wishing to leave an online condolence may do so at www.cochranfuneral.com
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Liz Iacampo says
August 22, 2023 at 8:52 amVery, very sorry to read of Mr. Coletta’s passing. He was a great guy. Condolences from the Iacampo family.
Don Paul Todd says
August 22, 2023 at 9:30 amRoss and family – I am so sorry to hear of your Dad’s passing. My prayers are with your family. May God comfort you in this time of grieving.
Jimmy Smith says
August 22, 2023 at 11:52 amVery sad news the Colette family were my neighbors for years. Rest in peace Bob.
Jim Coletta says
August 22, 2023 at 1:52 pmGood times growing up with Cousin Bobby and Uncle Pete. He knew how to have fun and leaves behind a great family. A life well lived.
John pinkava says
August 22, 2023 at 6:24 pmAunt Pat ,Ross and Brooke We are so sorry for your loss, we love you guys and our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Laura Mondok says
August 22, 2023 at 9:24 pmMy heartfelt condolences to you, Ross and Lauren, and your family.
Gary says
August 23, 2023 at 2:47 amI’m glad I met Bob many years ago when he came to Alaska. He was a good and honest man with a big heart. His dream came true when he built a beautiful home here with his son Ross and grandson Kyle. He will be remembered by many here. Rest in peace Bob.
Peter & Michele Wilson says
August 23, 2023 at 12:01 pmColetta Family our condolence to your family Bob was a great man.
we had great times riding motorcycles together you are in Gods Hands
rest in peace Bob
AL ACCIDIO says
August 24, 2023 at 10:50 pmVERY SORRY TO HERE ABOUT BOB PASSING ,I REMEMBER HIM IN HIS GRAY 68 CHEVELLE SS 396 DRIVING AROUND IN NEW PROVIDENCE AS I DROVE MY 67 BLUE CHEVELLE SS 396 AND HIS UNCLE PETE HAD HIS SHORT ALTERED 55 CHEVY AND HIS BLACK 57 CHEVY 327 CAR . I STILL THINK OF THOSE GUYS FROM BACK THEN WHEN I LOOK AT OR SIT IN MY BLUE 67 SS 396 CHEVELLE THAT I STILL HAVE TODAY . REST IN PEACE MY FRIEND . AL ACCIDIO FORMALLY OF NEW PROVIDENCE .
Tom says
August 31, 2023 at 6:00 pmJust learned of Bob’s passing today.. Shared many morning breakfast outings with Bob and Ross. Great conversations about everything with a motor and some fun motorcycle rides. Sending my condolences to the family.
Cher Lewis says
September 21, 2025 at 12:29 pmSo sad to hear of Bob’s passing. Prayers🙏 are with you Pat, Ross, and Brook. Love you guys. 💜
Cher Lewis. (Fka-mcalerney)
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