Robert B. Scalera, (Rob) 64 of Hackettstown, NJ passed peacefully on November 1, 2026. He was born on February 11, 1962 in Perth Amboy NJ.

Rob graduated from Xavier High School in Middletown, CT, and from Seton Hall, in NJ. He worked as a Mason contractor for most of his life. Rob was an avid Baseball fan, coach and player. This is where he found his greatest joy along with being a father, brother, friend, and loving son.

Rob is predeceased by his parents, Carmela and Robert Scalera, his brother Jim, sister, Mary, son, Dominick, nephew Michael, and brother in law William Healy.

Rob is survived by his two sons, Jon Luke and Tyler, brothers, Michael and Peter Scalera and their respective wives, Mary Lou and Myriam. He also leaves two sisters, Barbara Scalera and Dorothy Healy, 1 niece, Theresa Wright and husband Michael, and nephews, Robert, Matthew, and Peter Heath, Daniel Scalera, James and Michael John Scalera, and great nieces Julianna and Ava and great nephew Ethan, as well as a wonderful group of friends.

To those of us who knew and loved Rob, he will be fondly remembered as a kind and soft soul. He adored his children, friends, and his family. Rob was an avid NY Yankee fan and loved the game of Baseball. He worked hard and enjoyed the simple pleasures in life.  Rest in Peace Rob.

A Catholic Mass will be celebrated on November 21, 2026 at 10:00 am at Our Lady of the Mountain in Long Valley NJ.

Funeral arrangements have been entrusted to Cochran Funeral Home, 905 High St. Hackettstown, NJ 07840. Those wishing to leave an online condolence may do so at www.cochranfuneral.com/