Donald J Cartwright (84) of Pompton Lakes & Hackettstown, New Jersey passed away due to complications with pneumonia on May 10, 2023, surrounded by his loving family.
Born in Hackensack, NJ in 1939 to George J Cartwright and Eva Cartwright (Nee’ Sweet). He grew up in Rutherford NJ. Don married his wife Lugrace (Nee’ DiBisceglie) in 1960 and through the next 63 years together built a loving family of 3 sons Jeffrey, Christopher & David. Don was a loving father-in-law to what he referred to as his “daughters” A proud grandfather to 8 grandchildren. He also had 3 dogs, who are anxiously waiting for him at heaven’s gate, as they did for him to come home at the end of a busy day.
Don graduated from Teterboro School or Aeronautics in Teterboro, NJ. After graduation, he worked 40+ years in the automatic service industry for Sun Electric/Snap-On Tools in Clifton NJ. While at Sun Electric, Don spearheaded the first ever field technician service program for car dealerships and automotive centers throughout the tri-state area until his retirement in 2006.
While living in Pompton Lakes for many years, Don was very active in his community. Dedicating his time as a Cub Scout Pack Master and then at St Mary’s Church where he served as a Eucharistic Minister for many years and was very involved with the youth ministry as a group leader taking over 30 teenagers annually on weekend retreats for the Sacrament of Confirmation requirements in the 1970’s & 1980’s.
In the early 2000, Don moved to Mt Olive, NJ and continued his community service as President of the Mt Olive Senior Center and board member of his townhome complex.
Don enjoyed camping with his wife Lugrace in the Poconos mountains where they developed a wonderful community of friends that became like an extended family for over 30 years! Don will be remembered for his kindness and warm hugs to all he befriended.
Please join Don’s family in a celebration of his life:
When: Saturday May 20, 2023, Between 1pm-4pm
Location: Cochran Funeral Home 905 High Street Hackettstown, NJ 07840
In Lieu of flowers, the family requests donations in Don’s memory be forwarded to:
11th Hour Animal Rescue PO Box 218, Rockaway, NJ. 07886 or online at: https://www.ehrdogs.org/info/donate
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Suzanne & Shawn Armstrong says
May 15, 2023 at 2:16 amWe are truly sorry for your loss. We always loved seeing your father and his warm smile and laughter. Hugs and prayers for you all!
Joi Small says
May 15, 2023 at 9:48 pmWe are so extremely sorry for your loss. My deepest condolences to the entire family 🌹
Rick Wright says
May 16, 2023 at 6:35 pmI have fond memories of Don always asking me what I am up to, how is it going, and what is next in my life plan? He had a sincere interest in passing down his knowledge and the life-lessons he learned along the way (being a great story teller and having a sense of humor helped). He will be sorely missed.
With love and our deepest sympathy for you and your family,
Rick and Sherri Wright
Hank and Ann Knyff says
May 20, 2023 at 1:17 pmWe are truly sorry for your loss…we have great memories when we were in NJ visiting.
God is with you during this time….
Love you all so much.
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